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The Tourism Industry Reference Group (TIRG) meets three times per year to generate two-way communication between DBCA and the nature-based tourism industry. The meetings enable the industry to air issues and have them addressed in a constructive manner. Members of the tourism industry are encouraged to contact TIRG representatives to raise issues for consideration at the meetings.

Contact details for TIRG members are available on request at (08) 9219 9000.

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Aboriginal tourism development

DBCA recognises the unique role and expertise Aboriginal people have as Traditional Owners of the lands and waters the department manages.

Ningaloo Marine Park. Photo: Tourism Western Australia
Commercial filming

DBCA licences and lawful authorities are granted to operators conducting commercial filming activities on DBCA-managed lands and waters.

Lake Hillier, Middle Island near Esperance. Photo supplied by Tourism Western Australia
Commercial operations licensing

DBCA licences are granted to operators conducting commercial activities on DBCA-managed lands and waters.

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Commercial Operator Handbook

The official manual of licence conditions for businesses conducting commercial operations on DBCA-managed lands and waters.

Coral Bay. Photo: Tourism Western Australia
Commercial Operator Licensing System

DBCA's Commercial Operator Licensing System is an online licensing system for commercial operators conducting business in WA’s national parks and other conservation reserves.

Ningaloo Reef near Exmouth. Photo: Tourism Western Australia
Commercial opportunities

DBCA recognises that private sector development and activities on CALM Act land can improve visitor experiences and infrastructure, and contribute to recreation and tourism.

Karijini National Park Photo Tourism Western Australia
Market-led nature-based tourism opportunities

The State Government has invited proposals for new attractions, experiences and accommodation in WA’s national, marine and conservation parks as part of WA's COVID-19 recovery.

Acknowledgement of Country

The Government of Western Australia acknowledges the traditional owners throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures; and to Elders both past and present.