Big Rivers Region Destination Management Plan

The Department of Tourism, Sport and Culture (DTSC) has engaged Deloitte to work with industry and stakeholders to co-develop a Destination Management Plan (DMP) for the Big Rivers Region, with the intent to guide sustainable growth of the tourism industry.

The plan will discuss the following matters for the region:

opportunities for tourism development over the next 10 years;
how improved visitor experiences can be achieved;
the stakeholders that can contribute to destination enhancements; and
how the Big Rivers Region connects with other regions in the Territory.

Consultation is very important to the success of the DMP, and we welcome your input to the development of the plan.

Further information can be gained by contacting Shari Freeman at Deloitte, by email at shfreeman@deloitte.com.au

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* 1. What is the nearest town/community to where you live?

Pine Creek

Katherine

Timber Creek

Daly Waters

Mataranka

Borroloola

Ngukurr

Nauiyu

Other (please specify)

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* 2. What is your primary involvement in the community you live in?

Representative of a private enterprise

A public servant

Representative of an Aboriginal organisation

Representative of a not for profit organisation

An interested community member

Other (please specify)

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* 3. What are the key principles that should guide destination planning for the Big Rivers Region?

Stakeholder engagement in planning and decision making

Informed decision-making using data and evidence

Sustainable development considering economic, social, environmental and cultural implications

Shared leadership and collaboration amongst stakeholders

Empowerment of community to participate in self-determination activities

Investment in capacity building and continuous improvement

Transparency and accountability in decision making

Other (please specify)

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* 4. What do you think attracts visitors and residents to your town/community?

Camping and hiking opportunities

Storytelling and community connection

Fishing

Good food and wine

Weather

Swimming and water-based activities

Unique natural habitats

Local history and heritage

Other (please specify)

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* 5. What is your vision for tourism in the Big Rivers Region in the next 10 years?

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* 6. What visitor experiences do you think could be developed in your community/town to enhance the number and length of stay of tourists?

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* 7. What visitor experiences do you think could be developed in the Big Rivers Region, to enhance the number and length of stay of tourists?

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* 8. What is the most pressing issue for tourism in the Big Rivers Region?

Low quality and lack of tourism products

Limited delivery of core services (e.g. waste management)

Poor/lacking infrastructure (e.g. roads, amenities, signage)

Social issues

Other (please specify)