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The Foundation forAboriginal Tourism

ATWA is a DGR-registered charity funding the programs that grow and support Aboriginal tourism businesses across Western Australia

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Aboriginal tourism is a powerful force for WA

Independent figures from the most recent industry assessment of Aboriginal tourism in Western Australia.

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Contributed to State incomes by Aboriginal tourism businesses.

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Visitor interest in Aboriginal Tourism

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Aboriginal tourism businesses supported by ATWA.

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New Jobs Created through ATWA support

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Thank you to the partners backing this work

  • Lotterywest
  • WAITOC — Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators Council
  • Paul Ramsay Foundation
WAITOC — Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators Council

ATWA is the philanthropic and fundraising arm of WAITOC — the peak body for Aboriginal tourism in Western Australia.

To learn about Aboriginal culture first-hand, book a tour or experience through the WAITOC website.

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How your support helps

Connected programs putting funding to work where it has the most impact.

Business Support Hub
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Business Support Hub

Essential admin skills, accounting software (Xero, MYOB), scheduling, online booking systems and social media marketing — delivered by Support Hub Coordinators across WA.

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Aboriginal Tourism Accelerator
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Aboriginal Tourism Accelerator

A more intensive mentoring program that pairs a mentor with an Aboriginal business owner to develop business systems, product design, marketing, trade distribution and partnerships over 12 months.

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Conference Delegate Support
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Conference Delegate Support

Funding Aboriginal tourism businesses to attend the biannual Australian Indigenous Tourism Conference (AITC) and other national industry events, connecting WA operators to the broader sector.

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Giving

Every dollar builds a business

Illustrative tiers showing how philanthropic gifts translate directly into operator outcomes.

Delegate
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Sends an Aboriginal tourism regional delegate to the annual Australian Indigenous Tourism Conference (AITC).

Covers travel, accommodation, registration and meals for one operator.
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Business Support Hub
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Finances an ATB through the Business Support Hub — 20 weeks of advisor support.

Builds a startup into a market-ready operation.
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Youth in Tourism
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Finances an Aboriginal young person through the full Youth in Tourism program.

Career pathways, work experience, mentoring and life skills.
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Accelerator
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Finances an ATB through the Aboriginal Tourism Accelerator.

A full year of intensive mentoring toward export-ready capability.
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Stories

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Dumbleyung’s September 2026 Bushfood DinnerNews

Dumbleyung’s September 2026 Bushfood Dinner

Dumbleyung’s September 2026 Bushfood Dinner at the Historic Town Hall celebrates the area's rich Noongar heritage and its evolution from traditional gathering place to modern culinary event, reconnecting ancient food knowledge with contemporary cuisine.

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New action plan for Aboriginal tourism in WA launchedNews

New action plan for Aboriginal tourism in WA launched

Western Australia has taken an important step forward in growing Aboriginal tourism with the launch of the Jina: Western Australian Aboriginal Tourism Action Plan 2026-2030 at the 2026 Perth Airport WA Tourism Conference in Carnarvon. Joined by Tourism Minister Reece Whitby, WAITOC Chair Darren Cape

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A Strong Step Forward for First Nations TourismNews

A Strong Step Forward for First Nations Tourism

WAITOC recently welcomed Austrade CEO Dr Paul Grimes PSM to its Perth (Boorloo) office to discuss the future of First Nations tourism and the establishment of the Australian First Nations Tourism Alliance (AFNTA). As the emerging national peak body for First Nations tourism, AFNTA will provide a uni

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Acknowledging Country

ATWA acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work across Western Australia. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging, and recognise the enduring connection of Aboriginal people to Country, culture and community.

ATWA — Aboriginal Tourism Western Australia

ATWA is the philanthropic and fundraising arm of WAITOC — the peak body for Aboriginal tourism in Western Australia.

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ATWA is a DGR-registered charitable body — donations over $2 are tax-deductible in Australia.

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LotterywestWAITOC — Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators CouncilPaul Ramsay Foundation
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