by stepbystep » Tue 06 Feb, 2018 4:02 pm
One close to my heart ...
Media Release: Bob Brown Foundation.
Trans Tarkine Track plans surging ahead with business case pending
A round table meeting held today in Hobart brought together Aboriginal leaders, tourism operators, business owners, bushwalkers and conservationists, to discuss the next steps in developing the 100 km long Trans-Tarkine Track in northwest Tasmania.
“Tasmania’s main industry focus moving forward will be tourism. We are seeing the booming success from tourism for the Tasmania and the employment opportunities that come along side that. The fact these industries can move forward whilst protecting the environment and the cultural history is a huge plus for the whole state. We know there is massive market for walking in Tasmania and people are screaming out for new outdoor experiences,” said Greg Irons, Director of Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary and Tarkine Trails.
“A trek on country with an Aboriginal guide on the Trans-Tarkine Track would bring stories to life and presents a wonderful opportunity to showcase Aboriginal interpretation of the area,” said Clyde Mansell, Chair, palawa Enterprises Trust
“The Aboriginal community fully support the proposed Trans-Tarkine Track and the benefits of training and employment it will provide for Aboriginal people. This proposal provides a unique opportunity for the community to share their story of country in a culturally appropriate way,” said
Sharnie Everett, Heritage Advisor with Tasmanian Aboriginal Centre
“The Trans Tarkine Track will become one of Tasmania’s three great tracks, alongside the Overland Track and South Coast Track, allowing thousands of walkers to experience the magic of the Tarkine while ensuring its protection,” said Bob Brown, Environmentalist.
“The Tarkine is one of the most amazing wild places left in Australia. If we are going to see Tasmania become the world’s top eco-tourism destination, the Trans Tarkine Track will be central to that vision,” Rob Purves, Businessman and Philanthropist.
The roundtable meeting agreed the Trans-Tarkine Track is a big vote-winner if either Labor or the Liberals match the Greens in taking it up.
The idea of wilderness needs no defense, it only needs defenders ~ Edward Abbey