Mungindi Officially Offers the Best Grey Nomad Experiences

The QLD/NSW border town of Mungindi has been celebrating this weekend after its newest attraction was named as the winner in the national Grey Nomad Awards.

The Mungindi Sculpture Trail was shortlisted in the 2022 Best Grey Nomad Trail category after proving to national tourism leaders that it provided an exceptional experience for
visitors aged over 50.

The 2.5-kilometre Trail is an open-air art gallery installation featuring ten raw and rustic sculptures by award-winning local artist Tony ‘Nicko’ McMillan, who tragically died in 2016
at 54 years of age and uniquely crosses the Queensland/New South Wales border in two spots.

Launched in September 2022, the Balonne Shire Council worked in collaboration with the McMillan family, the Mungindi Progress Association and the Moree Plains Shire Council on
the project, using Murray-Darling Basin Economic Development Program to pay tribute to Nicko and showcases the sculptures for visitor enjoyment.

Balonne Shire Mayor Samantha O’Toole said the award was a credit to all involved in the project and the Mungindi community, who persevered through numerous challenges, with
focus and commitment.

“We are so proud of what our region has to offer, and this award is just another reason for travellers to come and visit our beautiful part of the world.

“The past couple of years have been challenging for tourism in our region, we have had to contend with drought, COVID-19, and floodwaters which cut off important transport
routes.

“The sculpture trail has brightened both the town and the spirits of our community, this award now ensures that the trail will be a draw card for travellers’ deciding where to visit,
play and stay,” she said.