Client: Department of Biodiversity, Conservation & Attraction (DBCA) Year: 2026 Project Overview DBCA engaged Wander to support the development of a pilot tourism readiness program for Aboriginal Corporations across WA. Recognising a gap in access to foundational tourism and business knowledge, DBCA sought a practical and culturally appropriate program that would help participants better understand tourism opportunities and make informed decisions about potential involvement

Artgold engaged Wander to provide strategic advisory and executive support across a four-month period, helping the organisation navigate governance, stakeholder relationships, sustainability planning and operational priorities within the Goldfields arts and culture sector.

A regional member-based peak body engaged Wander to provide executive advisory and organisational leadership support across a complex six-month period, delivering strategic guidance, stakeholder engagement and operational continuity across the Goldfields region.

Peel Chamber of Commerce and Industry engaged Wander to support the strategic rollout of its organisational rebrand, developing the narrative, communications assets, templates and implementation strategy required to position the organisation as a modern, region-wide representative body for the evolving Peel region.

Providing ongoing strategic advisory support to a growing regional business, helping translate ideas into clearer direction, stronger accountability and more confident long-term decision-making during a significant period of operational growth and transition.

Wander partnered with Gumala Enterprises to deliver a strategic options paper focused on economic diversification, providing clear, board-ready insights within a condensed timeframe. Through targeted market analysis and structured assessment, the project translated complex opportunities into a practical decision-making framework, enabling confident next steps without limiting future flexibility.

Wander worked with Kurra Construction to design a culturally grounded brand identity and capability statement, capturing the company’s professionalism, values, and connection to Country through thoughtful design and clear communication.

Wander partnered with Artgold to develop a three-year Strategic Plan and follow-up governance review, helping the organisation clarify its direction, strengthen internal systems, and position itself for sustainable growth and funding opportunities across the Goldfields–Esperance region.

Wander facilitated a strategic planning workshop with the Wheatbelt Business Network Board in Northam, using tough and unconventional questions to challenge thinking, clarify purpose and spark bold ideas for the future direction of the peak body for business in the Wheatbelt.

Wander developed a high-level pitch for Evolution Mining to strengthen community engagement in Kalgoorlie. By creating a simple and accessible proposal for a Community Fun Day, Wander helped the Community Team clearly communicate the idea internally, demonstrating how the mining sector can build trust and goodwill with local residents.

Wander partnered with the Ngarluma Aboriginal Corporation to develop Terms of Reference for both the Elders Council and Youth Council. These governance frameworks embedded cultural authority, accountability and intergenerational leadership, ensuring wisdom and youth perspectives are both represented in organisational decision-making.

Wander developed a governance-focused Project Plan for the Museum of the Goldfields’ Aboriginal Bush Food & Medicine Garden, outlining scope, risk, compliance, engagement and communications to provide a clear framework for delivery of this culturally significant initiative

Wander supported the Australian Logistics Council to expand the reach of the Wayfinder program, an initiative aimed at increasing the number of women in the supply chain industry. Through relationship-driven engagement, targeted outreach and professional communications support, we helped broaden participation, deliver a refreshed brand identity and create marketing materials that strengthened Wayfinder’s visibility and impact at its annual events in Melbourne, Sydney and Bris

Wander partnered with the Forest Products Commission to review its Innovate RAP, consult with leaders and staff, and provide recommendations for the next phase of reconciliation. Through facilitation of RAP Working Group sessions and support in establishing an Aboriginal Engagement Oversight Committee, Wander helped FPC strengthen its internal structures for Aboriginal engagement and make informed decisions about the future of its RAP.

Wander partnered with Esperance’s Cannery Arts Centre to deliver a 10-Year Strategic Plan and Operationalisation Plan. Grounded in research and community engagement, the strategy provides a clear roadmap for growth, sustainability, and stronger cultural tourism outcomes in the region.

The Shire of Menzies Tourism Development Strategy and Destination Marketing Plan is now publicly available, providing a roadmap for sustainable tourism growth in the region. View the full strategy here