A national referendum calling for First Nations voices to be enshrined in the Australian Constitution will be held on 14 October 2023.
The Voice to Parliament Referendum is a discussion that merits informed consideration. To better understand its nuances and impact, we implore our network to seek accurate information on the issue, particularly the perspectives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Team Tourism acknowledges that Geelong and The Bellarine is Wadawurrung Country. We strive to cultivate a connection between those who visit our region and the history of our First Nations people, and their relationship to the land.
As the peak tourism body in our region, we have fostered close ties with Wadawurrung Traditional Owners, and work closely with them on identifying areas of growth to support our visitor economy as outlined in our 2021-25 Corporate Plan and Sustainable Tourism Destination 10 Year Master Plan.
We value their knowledge, their input, and we pay respects to their Country, Elders and people.
Tourism Greater Geelong and The Bellarine encourages our staff and our members to exercise their voting rights conscientiously; to learn about Indigenous Constitutional Recognition, to participate in respectful discussion, and to engage with the issue in a meaningful way.
