ABSTRACT

The Rottnest Island Authority (RIA) is committed to working with Aboriginal people in a spirit of reconciliation so that all can move forward together in an environment of cooperation and understanding that is built upon acknowledgement of the past but is focussed on the future. This Reconciliation Action Plan provides structure and form for our intent to work collaboratively to bring about healing and spiritual cleansing for the Island. The Rottnest Island Authority will work closely with Aboriginal people to ensure that its actions and decisions are informed, culturally appropriate, and provide economic opportunities for Indigenous people through tourism and related activity. This Plan identifies the specific actions the RIA will take to achieve improved social and economic outcomes for Indigenous Western Australians. Unfortunately, the RAP does not have a recognized Indigenous voice, so its immediate authorship and intentions could be perceived as questionable, perhaps postcolonial at best.