“And people who know me will say that’s something that never happens,” the award-winner said.

“I was simply blown away.

“Never in a million years I thought they were really talking about me - I kept thinking ‘They got it wrong’.”

Ms Miller said she felt “incredibly honoured” to be acknowledged for her work for an industry she loves.

“To work in the tourism industry is what my heart tells me to do.

“It’s a very positive job to be in.

“I love the Northern Territory’s outdoor lifestyle, and I enjoy sharing our great NT experiences with other people.”

Ms Miller said while it was important to not only focus on the Katherine region when promoting the Northern Territory, she would “never get tired” of enjoying the regions beauty.

“To get tourists to come to the Northern Territory we have to see the big picture and promote Tennant Creek just as much as Darwin or Alice Springs and Katherine.

“And although I love the Kimberly region and the beautiful Kakadu Park just as much as Litchfield and Central Australia, Nitmiluk Gorge will always be my little favourite.

“I love its beauty and it is what people come here for.”

The humble tourism ambassador said Katherine was “certainly a competitive market” for tourism, but providers in the region - and beyond - had to realise “to keep their products upgraded and updated” to attract new people.

“There are so many wonderful places to visit - Edith Falls, the Katherine Museum, Marksie’s Bush tucker night, Knotts Crossing, the School of the Air, O’Keeffe House, the Hot Springs and Low Level, Springvale Homestead, and the timber cattle yards at Manbulloo.

“Our region has a great mixture of heritage on offer and plenty of opportunities for tourists to mingle with locals - for example at the community markets.”

Ms Miller said while the win of a Brolga award was a great honour she would not rest on her laurels, but continue to tell people “about the wonders of the Northern Territory”.