The Territory Labor Government is supporting the Aboriginal tourism sector to grow and diversify, with a one million dollar funding pool for round five of the Aboriginal Tourism Grant Program.
Northern Territory Aboriginal owned businesses or organisations with a goal to develop or enhance Aboriginal cultural tourism experiences and products can apply for funding between $30,000 and $100,000 (excluding GST).
The funding may be used to upgrade or develop new infrastructure or develop new products such as on country accommodation or cultural evening experiences.
The grants are a key component of the Northern Territory Aboriginal Tourism Strategy 2020-2030, with a mission to develop a sustainable Aboriginal tourism sector.
This grant program will support the Strategy’s focus to develop quality experiences, products and services.
Applications are now open and close 2 June 2023. To view the grant guidelines and to apply visit [https://www.grantsnt.nt.gov.au].
Tourism NT’s Aboriginal tourism team encourages applicants to discuss ideas and applications prior to making a final submission by phoning 08 8999 7420.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Nicole Manison:
“The Territory Government is backing in our tourism industry and helping Aboriginal owned businesses to grow and thrive.
“These grants are a great way to give these businesses an opportunity to expand on and build their tourism experiences in the Northern Territory.
“The vision of the Northern Territory Aboriginal Tourism Strategy is for the Territory to be the undeniable Australian leader in the Aboriginal tourism sector by 2030.”
Northern Territory Government
