Registrations are now officially open for the 12th Australian Indigenous Tourism Conference (AITC), with Aboriginal tourism operators, industry professionals, government representatives and tourism stakeholders from across Australia invited to gather in Boorloo / Perth from 3-5 November this year.
Early bird rates are available for a limited time for the major industry event hosted by the Western Australian Indigenous Tourism Operators Council (WAITOC).
AITC 2026 will be held at Optus Stadium and will explore the theme 'Voices of Country: Leading with Culture', celebrating Aboriginal leadership, culture, innovation and the growing contribution of Aboriginal tourism to Australia's visitor economy.
As Australia's premier Aboriginal tourism conference, organisers say AITC provides "a unique platform for networking, knowledge sharing, business development and collaboration" between tourism operators, Traditional Owners, government agencies, investors and industry leaders.
WAITOC chief executive Robert Taylor said the conference continues to play a vital role in strengthening Aboriginal tourism businesses and creating opportunities for Aboriginal communities across Australia.
"AITC is much more than a conference. It is a gathering of Aboriginal voices, knowledge and leadership from across the country. It provides opportunities for operators to learn from one another, build partnerships and help shape the future of Aboriginal tourism in Australia,' Mr Taylor said.
"With Boorloo / Perth hosting AITC in 2026, we look forward to welcoming delegates from every state and territory to showcase Western Australia's incredible Aboriginal tourism experiences and cultural leadership."
WAITOC is also proud to unveil the official artwork and logo for AITC 2026, created by emerging artist Bennell Collard from Dooga Waalitj Healing.
Organisers say the conference artwork, 'Moort Kaartdijin Boodja', captures the spirit of connection, culture, Country and leadership that sits at the heart of AITC 2026.
The artwork will feature prominently throughout conference branding, promotional materials and delegate communications leading into the event.
Mr Taylor said the piece reflects the conference's commitment to placing Aboriginal culture and storytelling at the centre of the visitor economy.
"Bennell's artwork 'Moort Kaartdijin Boodja' beautifully captures the essence of our theme, Voices of Country: Leading with Culture. It represents the connections between people, place, culture and community that make Aboriginal tourism so powerful and meaningful," he said.
Mr Collard said the piece "comes from my connection to Country and the stories I've grown up with".
"It's about pathways that have always brought our people together," he said.
"I hope it invites others to listen, learn and feel that connection when they come onto Whadjuk Boodja."
More information on the AITC is available online.
