Aboriginal Tourism Development in NT Parks and Reserves Grant Program
The Northern Territory Aboriginal Tourism Strategy 2020 - 2030 (Strategy) is focussed on ensuring that Aboriginal people of the NT, in sharing their cultures through the tourism industry, are respectfully supported to benefit economically, socially and culturally.
The Aboriginal Tourism Development in NT Parks and Reserves Grant Program (Grant Program) will help NT owned and majority owned Aboriginal businesses and organisations to develop tourism product in 33 NT Joint Managed Parks; and to enable Aboriginal cultural experiences and tourism product for park visitors.
A total of 7 Aboriginal owned businesses and organisations across the Territory have received grant funding.
Grant recipients are
| Yambarran Pty Ltd | New aviation communication resources to ensure visitor experience safety, increased aviation fuel capacity to enhance operational efficiencies and way finding signage. | $89,957.44 |
| Jawoyn Association Aboriginal Corporation | Jawoyn Association Uluru study famil | $59,942.08 |
| Tjuwaliyn-Wagiman Aboriginal Corporation | Tjuwaliyn Hot Springs Tourism business planning and implementation - feasibility study and 10 year business case development | $96,800.00 |
| Uwiynmil Aboriginal Corporation | Business strategy, implementation planning and support for Mary River National Park opportunities | $69,920.00 |
| William Palmer | The new development and activation of the Uruna birdwatching, cultural, and bush tours business | $35,600.00 |
| Taarna Arts & Culture Centre Aboriginal Corporation | Taarna Valley Trail Experience concept plan, feasibility study and business plan development | $98,550.00 |
| Yalka Ratara Aboriginal Corporation | Enhanced Palm Valley Cultural Camp catering facilities and water supply system for 2025 site activation | $97,800.00 |
*Grant funding amounts are GST exclusive
This grant program was supported by the Australian Government under the Strategic Indigenous Tourism Projects.