Natural Balance

Western Australia’s economy was largely built on extraction and export of natural resources. We’ve all grown up in, worked for, or know someone who has ties with the mining resources industry in WA. We’re largely reliant on it.

And while the resources sector is in a transitioning phase moving towards more earth friendly, renewable energy, emission reduction and energy efficiency products and services how are we going to address a short fall in traditional industry decline, including jobs and the economic stimulus that stems from this?

We have an mind blowing natural landscape to build on eco/ nature based tourism and leisure experiences. Many that are accessible for free or at a low cost for residents and visitors. Many places unknown to the masses and while we slowly introduce smaller eco tourism developments in nature spaces, to stimulate our economy, create wonderful experiences and jobs, how can we find that natural balance of increased visitation without the effects of over tourism in eco sensitive locations?

We also have a demand for short term rental accommodation close to or within these beautiful places. So how do we combine the two to create special memories without leaving a trace?

There are some clever individuals with innovative ideas within businesses in this space. Some born and bred sandgropers, building eco tourism products and services from the ground up in our great State of Western Australia. Watch this space for some examples of best practice in providing access to our natural beauties introduced for nature bathing, leaving a minimal footprint.

My family and I attended the Ocean film launch at Fremantle Maritime Museum recently. Wow, this is a movie that every human should watch. David Attenborough was outstanding in how he draws attention to the fragility, and the urgency in protecting, our earth. This is important stuff that should influence everything we do in our lives and business.