Indigenous involvement and benefits from tourism in protected areas: a study of Purnululu National Park and Warmun Community, Australia

A study of Purnululu National Park, Australia's World Heritage-listed site, reveals that while intrinsic cultural benefits are significant for the Warmun Aboriginal Community, financial gains from tourism remain limited due to logistical challenges and management issues. The research highlights a persistent sense of separation from the park among indigenous people, suggesting that addressing these perceptions could enhance sustainable tourism outcomes. Notably, some community members may prefer not to engage in tourism, indicating that underengagement can also contribute to sustainability efforts.

Strickland-Munro, J., & Moore, S. (2013). Indigenous involvement and benefits from tourism in protected areas: a study of Purnululu National Park and Warmun Community, Australia. Journal of Sustainable Tourism, 21(1), 26–41. https://doi.org/10.1080/09669582.2012.680466