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Murdoch University Students Explore Opportunities in Aboriginal Tourism
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Murdoch University Students Explore Opportunities in Aboriginal Tourism

It was so rewarding for our Business Development Manager Briony Arnold to spend time with Murdoch University Enterprise Architecture students, sharing the unique challenges and opportunities for Aboriginal tourism businesses. It was genuinely a learning experience for all parties!

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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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New Report Launches Roadmap for First Nations China Tourism ReadinessNews

New Report Launches Roadmap for First Nations China Tourism Readiness

WAITOC joined industry, government and tourism leaders at Kaarta Garup / Kaarta Koomba (Kings Park) to launch the Ancient Cultures Meet report, a new roadmap for strengthening First Nations tourism engagement with the Chinese visitor market. Supported by the National Foundation for Australia-China R

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Australian Indigenous Tourism ConferenceNews
August 2026

Australian Indigenous Tourism Conference

Join us in Perth in November 2026 for the Australian Indigenous Tourism Conference, a landmark, jam-packed 3-day First Nations conference filled with powerful conversations, immersive workshops, and industry-shaping insights.

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Kaarl WirnCase Study
ASWJuly 2026

Kaarl Wirn

Kaarl Wirn shares powerful Aboriginal cultural experiences through dance, storytelling, wellbeing, and Country. The business is helping grow cultural tourism in the Southwest while creating space for youth leadership, learning, and authentic visitor connection.

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Katter Kich Gallery and ToursCase Study
AGOJuly 2026

Katter Kich Gallery and Tours

Katter kich Gallery and Tours shares Aboriginal history and culture through guided experiences at Katter kich, Wave Rock and Mulka’s Cave, alongside a Hyden gallery showcasing and promoting Aboriginal art.

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Wooramulla and Bibbi MurraCase Study
ACCJuly 2026

Wooramulla and Bibbi Murra

Rennee Turner has become a leading Aboriginal tourism operator in the Gascoyne, growing Wooramulla Eco Cultural Journeys into a thriving business. With an 800% increase in bookings, the launch of Bibbi Murra, and strong community leadership, she is putting Carnarvon on the map.

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Wuddi Aboriginal Cultural Tours Case Study
ASWJuly 2026

Wuddi Aboriginal Cultural Tours

What began as a passion for sharing culture and Country has grown into a thriving Aboriginal tourism business in Dumbleyung. Through Wuddi Aboriginal Cultural Tours, Grant and Anne Riley are creating meaningful cultural connections, preserving local knowledge and building new opp

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Jambinu ToursCase Study
Mid WestJune 2026

Jambinu Tours

Billy Carr’s Jambinu Tours shows the power of targeted investment. With ATWA’s support, Billy has grown his confidence, strengthened his business and shared Geraldton’s Aboriginal stories with more visitors, helping preserve culture and build regional tourism.

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Dabungool Cultural ExperiencesCase Study
ASWJuly 2026

Dabungool Cultural Experiences

Dabungool runs three cultural tours in Esperance, including Lake Monjingup, Hellfire Bay and the Taananeditj Walk Trail. With WAITOC support, they have expanded their tourism offerings, developed bush remedy products and catering, and attended key local events.

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Lotterywest — Our Major SupporterPartnership
StatewideOctober 2024

Lotterywest — Our Major Supporter

Lotterywest's 90-year journey includes supporting ideas that benefit Aboriginal people and communities.

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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.

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