The Gumala Aboriginal Corporation and the management and staff of Karijini Eco Retreat are thrilled to announce their GOLD medal win in the Ecotourism category, a SILVER medal in the Indigenous Tourism category and a BRONZE medal in the Unique Accommodation category in the 2008 WA Tourism Awards. 

The Retreat is now an automatic finalist in the 2008 Australian Tourism Awards in the Ecotourism category, with the national results being announced in February 2009 following a Gala Dinner being held in Melbourne, Victoria .

Tourism industry representatives and guests from around the state gathered on 29 November 2008 at Burswood Entertainment Complex Grand Ballroom for the prestigious 2008 Western Australian Tourism Awards- the State’s highest honours in tourism excellence. The Gala Dinner attended by over 850 guests and hosted by WA’s own Ernie Dingo and Monica Kos saw the coming together of the top tourism businesses throughout Western Australia .

Tourism Council WA have held the Western Australian Tourism awards competition since 1972 and have played a major role in assisting the industry to strive for excellence over these years, working with the industry to improve standards and ensure superior delivery of product so visitors have a positive experience, thus encouraging repeat visits.

For further information and to view the results of each category, visit www.watourismawards.com.au