First Nations Tourism Hub

TTF’s First Nations Tourism Hub

Key Organisations
in Australian Capital Territory

The Australian Capital Territory is home to more than 9,000 First Nations people as of 2021, representing 2% of the Territory’s population.

The ACT Government estimates around 3,000 sites show evidence of Indigenous habitation.

Namadgi National Park, which takes up almost half of the ACT, has evidence of Indigenous occupation dating back more than 21,000 years

VisitCanberra

VisitCanberra, which is the official tourism organisation for Canberra and the ACT Government, developed an Action Plan 2023, which outlines specific activities which will be implemented to support the ACT Government’s Tourism Strategy 2030.

The plan incorporates Indigenous tourism policy objectives, prioritising support for Indigenous tourism business development. There is also a commitment to promoting local Indigenous experiences and opportunities for visitors to connect with Country and develop the sharing of knowledge, language and Culture with visitors.

The ACT Government has also agreed that, as plans continue to be developed for the Ngurra Cultural Precinct at Reconciliation Place, consultations with relevant stakeholders will be carried out to find ways to optimise the site and visitor experience.

Other Organisations
in the ACT

Organisation

National Capital Attractions Association

Sector

Industry

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Strategies and Indigenous Tourism projects
  • The National Capital Attractions Association is the peak body for Canberra tourism’s industry, providing a forum for marketing, information sharing, discussing issues and networking.
Organisation

ACT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elected Body

Sector

Elected Body

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Strategies and Indigenous Tourism projects
  • The ACT Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Elected Body was the first democratically elected, First Nations Voice to Government. The Elected Body, established in 2008, represents Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living in Canberra, taking their ideas and concerns directly to policymakers.
Organisation

Community Organisations

Sector

Representative Body

Strategies and Indigenous Tourism projects
  • Various community organisations within the ACT, such as the United Ngunnawal Elders Council, provide advice to the ACT Government in relation to heritage and connection to land matters for Traditional Owners.