Published Tuesday, 18 December, 2007 at 11:35 AM
Minister for Tourism, Regional Development and Industry
The Honourable Desley Boyle
Get your taste-buds jumping this Christmas with goodies produced in the South Burnett
The South Burnett region abounds with top quality locally-produced food and wine – perfect for Christmas lunch or to take a plate while visiting family and friends.
Tourism, Regional Development and Industry Minister Desley Boyle is urging Queenslanders to support our local producers and choose Queensland-made food and wine this Christmas.
“Queenslanders need look no further than their own backyard to find everything they need to indulge their family and friends – and themselves – this Christmas,” Ms Boyle said.
“Queensland-produced food and wine is among the best in the world.
“Although Queensland has traditionally been known for its meat products and sugar, our value-added foods are rapidly gaining a worldwide reputation for quality.
“The South Burnett region, for example, is home to an array of locally-made goodies, from cheeses and oils to award-winning wines.
“The region has a lot to offer food and wine lovers particularly, as a food and wine tourism destination.”
The Queensland Government helps local businesses to promote their products and grow their businesses through workshops, grants and by helping them to showcase their products at exhibitions.
The following businesses were among nine Queensland gourmet food exhibitors represented at the Queensland Government stand at this year’s Good Food and Wine Show in Brisbane:
o Kingaroy Cheese has won awards at major dairy produce shows throughout Australia for its soft cheeses and dairy products. Its cheeses are all handmade – you can see them being created before your eyes at their Kingaroy factory. Kingaroy Cheese has recently teamed up with Barambah Wines to showcase the region’s food and wine offerings.
o Gourmet food manufacturer Proteco has perfected the cold pressing technique to produce a range of quality oils that are healthy and full of natural flavour and aroma. Its products are 100 per cent chemical free and 100 per cent Australian-made.
Ms Boyle, who is also responsible for Wine Industry development, said she encouraged people to try a local wine over the festive season.
“The South Burnett’s cooler climate and altitude similar to the Hunter Valley make the region perfectly disposed to yield high-quality wines,” Ms Boyle said.
“The South Burnett is Queensland’s fastest growing wine region, producing some of the State’s award-winning wines.
“Clovely Estate, for example, was a gold medal winner at 2006 Queensland Wine Awards and was one of eight Queensland wineries to be represented on a trade mission to Japan and South Korea in October.
Clovely Estate is the largest vineyard in Queensland with more than 173 hectares under vine. The winery features a cellar door and a cottage – for the visitor who wants to stay around among the vines for a little longer.
Ms Boyle said the region was also home to Captain’s Paddock – an ideal location to wine, dine or stay.
“Captain’s Paddock offers the complete escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
”The vineyard comes complete with bed and breakfast accommodation that’s surrounded by 10 acres of Shiraz, Chardonnay and Merlot vines and boasts spectacular views over the Booie Valley.”
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Media contact: 3224 2007
18 December 2007
Tourism, Regional Development and Industry Minister Desley Boyle is urging Queenslanders to support our local producers and choose Queensland-made food and wine this Christmas.
“Queenslanders need look no further than their own backyard to find everything they need to indulge their family and friends – and themselves – this Christmas,” Ms Boyle said.
“Queensland-produced food and wine is among the best in the world.
“Although Queensland has traditionally been known for its meat products and sugar, our value-added foods are rapidly gaining a worldwide reputation for quality.
“The South Burnett region, for example, is home to an array of locally-made goodies, from cheeses and oils to award-winning wines.
“The region has a lot to offer food and wine lovers particularly, as a food and wine tourism destination.”
The Queensland Government helps local businesses to promote their products and grow their businesses through workshops, grants and by helping them to showcase their products at exhibitions.
The following businesses were among nine Queensland gourmet food exhibitors represented at the Queensland Government stand at this year’s Good Food and Wine Show in Brisbane:
o Kingaroy Cheese has won awards at major dairy produce shows throughout Australia for its soft cheeses and dairy products. Its cheeses are all handmade – you can see them being created before your eyes at their Kingaroy factory. Kingaroy Cheese has recently teamed up with Barambah Wines to showcase the region’s food and wine offerings.
o Gourmet food manufacturer Proteco has perfected the cold pressing technique to produce a range of quality oils that are healthy and full of natural flavour and aroma. Its products are 100 per cent chemical free and 100 per cent Australian-made.
Ms Boyle, who is also responsible for Wine Industry development, said she encouraged people to try a local wine over the festive season.
“The South Burnett’s cooler climate and altitude similar to the Hunter Valley make the region perfectly disposed to yield high-quality wines,” Ms Boyle said.
“The South Burnett is Queensland’s fastest growing wine region, producing some of the State’s award-winning wines.
“Clovely Estate, for example, was a gold medal winner at 2006 Queensland Wine Awards and was one of eight Queensland wineries to be represented on a trade mission to Japan and South Korea in October.
Clovely Estate is the largest vineyard in Queensland with more than 173 hectares under vine. The winery features a cellar door and a cottage – for the visitor who wants to stay around among the vines for a little longer.
Ms Boyle said the region was also home to Captain’s Paddock – an ideal location to wine, dine or stay.
“Captain’s Paddock offers the complete escape from the hustle and bustle of the city.
”The vineyard comes complete with bed and breakfast accommodation that’s surrounded by 10 acres of Shiraz, Chardonnay and Merlot vines and boasts spectacular views over the Booie Valley.”
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Media contact: 3224 2007
18 December 2007