The Albanese Government is investing $2.3 million to expand First Nations tourism offerings in South Australia and strengthen the economic participation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The funding will go towards five tourism projects at the Yitpi Yartapuultiku cultural precinct in Port Adelaide.
Yitpi Yartapuultiku is owned by the City of Port Adelaide Enfield and was co-designed with the Yitpi Yartapuultiku Aboriginal Working Group.
Since opening in June 2025, Yitpi Yartapuultiku has been a shared space for collaboration and connection through storytelling, art, culture and the environment.
The investment will boost tourism and strengthen the local economy by supporting delivery of immersive learning experiences, including:
- State of the art multimedia displays to showcase First Nations cultural performances, events and conferences.
- First Nations-led cultural experiences, guided tours and storytelling.
- Cultural installations designed by local First Nations artists.
- Spaces for teaching, ceremony and visitor engagement.
- Enhanced infrastructure including more onsite parking, retail spaces and a new website enabling online bookings.
The funding is part of the government’s $17 million investment in Strategic Indigenous Tourism Projects (SITP) to grow First Nations tourism around the country.
SITP contributes to Outcome 8 of the National Agreement on Closing the Gap, Strong economic participation and development of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and communities.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Indigenous Australians, Senator Malarndirri McCarthy:
“First Nations tourism supports self-determination, job creation and the economic empowerment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
“The Yitpi Yartapuultiku precinct is a realisation of co-design and the rich cultural heritage of the Kaurna people.
“I commend the City of Port Adelaide Enfield and Yitpi Yartapuultiku Aboriginal Working Group for their work.
“The Albanese Government is committed to promoting a deeper understanding of First Nations culture for visitors from across the country and overseas.”
Quotes attributable to Senator for South Australia, Senator Marielle Smith:
“The opportunities that tourism brings to South Australia are hugely important to our economy. Those opportunities should be available to all.
“Investment into the Yitpi Yartapuultiku precinct will foster economic opportunities, meaningful cultural exchange and jobs.
“It will undoubtedly be a source of deep pride for South Australians.”