Outcomes from the first grant round of the $40 million Indigenous Tourism Fund have been announced, with more than $2.9 million allocated to support 60 Indigenous-owned organisations across Australia.

This funding will increase the number of Indigenous tourism products available and support the start-up, stabilisation and growth of operators in the sector.

The tourism businesses and community organisations selected reflect the wide range of cultural experiences on offer from Indigenous-led tourism operators.

Businesses like Tarntipi Homelands Aboriginal Corporation will use the grant to further develop their unique tourism experiences, helping visitors to learn Tiwi culture on Country. 

Koomal Dreaming Pty Ltd in Busselton, Western Australia, another business supported by this grant, will use the funds to help promote their cultural tours where people can learn about Wadandi and Bibbulman Country through the eyes of Traditional Owners.

With Indigenous tourism growing in Australia, these grants will also allow Indigenous tourism businesses and community organisations to expand and employ more people in the long term.

For a list of all the successful applicants in this grant round, read Minister Wyatt’s media release.