Regional Tourism

The Hon. K.J. MAHER (Leader of the Opposition) (15:17): A supplementary arising from the answer: I commend the minister for his previous answers in relation to supporting Indigenous tourism. Which Indigenous businesses, stakeholders or Aboriginal nations did the tourism minister meet with on this visit?

The Hon. D.W. RIDGWAY (Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment) (15:17): On this particular visit, I didn't meet with any Indigenous tourism operators or Aboriginal nations representatives, but we did talk to the Coorong council about the Coorong and the opportunities they have there. I don't think it's called the great Murray River Walk—that's Tony Sharley—but there is a River Murray walk that the Coorong council, the local RDA and tourism operators are talking about, clearly discussing opportunities for enhancing the visitor experience, showcasing Indigenous tourism and telling the stories. It was part of the conversation we had, but I didn't actually meet with anybody from that particular sector.