WA leading the Way in Aboriginal Tourism

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1 Monday, 28 August, pm, Matilda Bay FACET is delighted to partner with Tourism WA, Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions, Parks and Wildlife Service and the Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators Council (WAITOC) to present this half-day workshop on WA Leading the way in Aboriginal Tourism. The workshop will showcase and celebrate some of the awardwinning and innovative programs that are being rolled out to support the development of Aboriginal tourism experiences throughout the State. The program includes an overview of the role of WAITOC in supporting and mentoring Aboriginal tourism businesses and provides an insight into two successful and innovative programs, Camping with Custodians and Culture in the Parks. Date & Time: to 6.30pm WA leading the Way in Aboriginal Tourism RSVP: The workshop will be interactive and will include both organisational and operator presentations and perspectives across the three Aboriginal tourism developmental programs. It will demonstrate what can be achieved through collaboration and partnerships and weave through a range of Aboriginal cultural experiences that can be incorporated into mainstream tourism product. The program will include presentations, afternoon tea incorporating Aboriginal bushtucker foods and an Aboriginal cultural experience on the Swan River. Join us to celebrate Aboriginal culture and some of the unique tourism experiences being offered throughout Western Australia. Register online by 21 August or admin@facet.asn.au Event Details Cost: $129 FACET members $60 FACET concession members $ 159 Non-members $70 Non-member concession Venue: Roe Room, Matilda Bay on the River 3 Hackett Drive, Crawley (parking available at rear of restaurant) Includes afternoon tea, networking sundowner & canapes and cultural experience Join FACET now and receive membership discounts.

2 Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators Council (WAITOC) WAITOC is the peak not for profit association representing Aboriginal tourism operators from all regions throughout Western Australia. The association provides advice and information to all relevant State Government agencies as well as the tourism industry sector. The overriding purpose of WAITOC is to promote Aboriginal tourism by providing a supportive network for Aboriginal tourism operators within WA. WAITOC s Aboriginal Tourism Product Development Program (ATPD) has been designed to generate economic and community benefits and is currently focussed on the Kimberly and the South West tourism regions. WAITOC has recently received additional funding for the Perth region (PATPD). Camping with Custodians Overview Camping with Custodians offers the experience of camping on Western Australian Aboriginal lands. The initiative, developed by Tourism WA, provides an opportunity for travellers to stay on Aboriginal lands and interact with the locals, knowing that the proceeds of their stay will remain in the community. It provides an opportunity for a truly extraordinary Australian experience. Camping with Custodians provides participant communities with enterprise and employment opportunities. Enterprises include goods and services such as guided tours, cultural awareness and immersion projects, art sales, and traditional cooking demonstrations. In many instances the campground will provide the catalyst to a range of unique cultural experiences, showcasing Australian Aboriginal country and culture. Culture in the Parks The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions recognises the unique role Aboriginal people have as Traditional Owners of the lands and waters it manages. In support of this, the Culture in the Parks program has been developed, and aims to promote reconciliation and foster strong respectful working relationships with Aboriginal people. The program encourages Aboriginal people to provide a range of unique tourism experiences that showcase and celebrate the diversity of their culture to visitors on the conservation estate and educate the community about their values. The Culture in the Parks program will provide visitors to the State s natural areas, access to a wide range of unique cultural experiences, providing a point of difference to other destinations. Most importantly, the program supports the maintenance and preservation of the world s oldest living culture.

3 12.30 Registration Tea & Coffee Welcome & Overview Welcome to Country & Smoking Ceremony Draft Program 1.15 WA Indigenous Tourism Operators Council & Aboriginal Tourism Operator Robert Taylor, CEO, WA Indigenous Tourism Council Troy Bennell, Ngalang Wongi Aboriginal Cultural Tours, Bunbury 2.15 Camping with Custodians Mimbi & Imintji Campgrounds Gary Taylor, Manager Kimberley Camping with Custodians Project, Tourism WA Rosemary Nuggett, Chairperson Mimbi Community 3.15 Afternoon Tea including Aboriginal bushtucker 3.45 Culture in the Parks Rhonda Murphy, Aboriginal Heritage Unit, Parks and Wildlife Service, DBCA Aboriginal Tourism Operator (tbc) 4.45 WAITOC Board Members Panel Discussion 5.15 Cultural experience on Swan River Go Cultural Aboriginal Tours & Experiences 5.45 Networking Sundowner & Canapes 6.30 Finish WA leading the way in Aboriginal Tourism

4 Speaker Profiles Robert Taylor is the CEO of the Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators Council (WAITOC). In this role he represents Aboriginal businesses from across WA. The role demands strategic thinking and future development in order to overcome both business and cultural barriers that face its members. His ability to advocate for process driven change has been acknowledged at a state and national level of government. Robert has an ability to implement governance systems that provide transparency and smooth operational outcomes at both board and operational levels. He believes that the instigation of reliable and easy to implement processes provides opportunities for smooth running organisations which can be continuously improved and streamlined to suit the diversification of business. Troy Bennell, Ngalang Wongi Aboriginal Cultural Tours Troy has travelled extensively throughout Europe and Asia, as an artist, cultural performer, gallery curator and ambassador for tourism in Australia. Proud of his Noongar heritage, his country and the place where he grew up, Troy has combined those passions into Ngalang Wongi Aboriginal Cultural Tours and uses his skills in tourism and story telling to promote his greatest passion... his homeland and the cultural heritage of his people. As an acclaimed Australian artist, Troy has been involved with many of the public art projects in and around Bunbury. Troy also works extensively with local Indigenous youth and is involved in developing on country programs aimed at helping at risk young people through interaction with positive role models from within their local community. Gary Taylor, Project Manager Tourism Western Australia Gary Taylor is Manager of the Kimberley Camping with Custodians project, an initiative aimed at the assembly of land for the development and operation of commercial camping grounds on Aboriginal lands. Gary has 25 years of experience working in community and regional development and in the management and operation of tourism ventures in the north of Western Australia. He is a strong advocate for tourism as a way of not only enabling income and employment in remote areas, but also presenting opportunity for the showcasing of unique lifestyles and culture. Rosemary Nuggett is a senior Goonyandi women and Chairperson of the Mimbi community east of Fitzroy Crossing in the Kimberley. Rosemary is an experienced guide who has offered tours of the well known Mimbi Caves and other areas since the 1990s. She is a Director of Leedal, a Proprietary Limited company with a major stake in economic infrastructure and enterprise development in Fitzroy Crossing. Rosemary is a strong advocate for self-determination and for advancement of her people through economic development. She is passionate in her pursuit of enterprise through high quality and culturally respectful tourism development. The Mimbi community has partnered with both Tourism WA and WAITOC in the development of a Camping with Custodians campground near her community.

5 Speaker Profiles Rhonda Murphy is a Walmajarri (Warl ma jurri) woman from the Fitzroy Valley in the West Kimberley. She is the Manager of Aboriginal Participation and Involvement at the Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA). In this role Rhonda manages the Aboriginal Heritage Unit and oversees the implementation of the Department s specific Aboriginal strategies. Rhonda has extensive experience and knowledge in Aboriginal community development and engagement. Her employment history includes working in operational and policy development in the government, non-government and Indigenous sector and she also has experience as a self-employed consultant. Rhonda is committed to addressing the advancement of a strong future for Aboriginal people, shaped by Aboriginal leadership and working in partnership with fellow Australians through the spirit of Reconciliation. Tahn Donovan is a Wardandi Yok woman from Busselton and is the current Chairperson of WAITOC. Tahn has a deep understanding of the Western Australian bio diversity values and the wide variety of landscapes, people and experiences. Diversity is a key characteristic of Tahn s career path, which is paved with a wide range of skills and experience in the farming, transport, environmental, disability employment, and hospitality/tourism industries. She is currently involved in Leadership and Governance training to the Noongar community in the development and delivery of programs. Tahn is also creator of Max s Black Sauce a bush her infused sauce that captures the flavours of Australia and established the label Deadly Divas Clothing. Tourism offers Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples the opportunity to tell our stories, care for our country and culture and build economic independence for our families and communities. Doc Reynolds is the Treasurer of WAITOC. He has a long distinguished association with Aboriginal Affairs spanning over 30 years, at local, regional and national levels. Seeking a career change, Doc established Kepa Kurl Enterprises Pty Ltd with his sister Gail and their respective partners Robyne and Mark. Doc has a strong connection to the country and is recognised as a traditional owner in the Esperance region. Kepa Kurl has been running for 10 years. Doc is the first Aboriginal person to be elected onto the Esperance Shire Council, and has the portfolio of Regional Development for Tourism, Environment and Coastal Management, Recreation and Culture and Social Community Development. Doc has sat on 4 ministerial councils and has chaired the Aboriginal Lands Trust, which is the largest land holder in WA. He is also the Shire representative for the Esperance Tourism Board.

6 Registration Form Registration also available at FACET Workshop WA Leading the way in Aboriginal Tourism Monday, 28 August, 2017, Roe Room, Matilda Bay on the River, pm Contact Details Name Position Company Address Postcode Phone Amount Payable $ Cheque EFT Online MasterCard VISA Card Number Payment Details Name on Card Expiry Date / Signature Cheques to be made payable to FACET, PO Box 342, NORTH BEACH 6920 EFT Details: BSB , Acc No: Quote your name as reference Pay online at ABN This is a TAX INVOICE, please retain for TAX purposes. Fees include 10% GST. Western Australia s cultural and natural heritage through tourism