Awards co-host, Beccy Cole, was inducted into the Australasian Country Music Roll of Renown - country music's very own Hall of Fame - joining previous inductees Kasey Chambers, Lee Kernaghan, Slim Dusty, and John Williamson.

Beccy has won 11 Golden Guitar Awards and released 10 studio albums during a stellar career.

Toyota Golden Guitar Awards, Executive Producer, Mr. Peter Ross said it was an honour to celebrate the industry as it emerges from a difficult and exhausting time.

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"It has been a long and hard journey for many artists over the last few years, but the Toyota 50th Golden Guitar Awards was a moment to stop and reflect on how strong and resilient Australia's country music industry is.

"It has been a privilege to provide artists, the industry and fans with a close to normal awards night, and it was a great celebration. Onwards and upwards for the 51st awards!"

The 51st Toyota Country Music Festival is set to take place from 13 - 22 January 2023.

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