Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions Email Format
Government AdministrationWestern Australia, Australia501-1000 Employees
The Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions (DBCA) is a Western Australian government agency focused on protecting and conserving the state's natural assets. It operates through multiple units, including Biodiversity and Conservation Science, Botanic Gardens and Parks Authority, Strategy and Governance, Nature-based Tourism, Parks and Wildlife Service, Rottnest Island Authority, and Zoological Parks Authority, each contributing to biodiversity protection, landscape management, and public access. The department coordinates these entities to manage biodiversity, parks, and wildlife across the state while supporting nature-based experiences and conservation governance. It serves the people of Western Australia and works with local governments, communities, and traditional owners to safeguard land and water resources. Based in Kensington, Western Australia, it operates within the government administration sector and pursues partnerships with regional and community groups to advance conservation and related recreation initiatives. In April 2024, Trails WA Inc. partnered with the department on a designation program for towns meeting specific criteria.