David Tarka (born 11 February 1983 in Perth, Western Australia) is a retired Australian association footballer, who played two games for the national team.

Tarka turned down a chance for a trial at West Ham in April 2003, instead staying in Australia to help Perth Glory win the NSL championship.

In the middle of 2003 Tarka moved to Nottingham Forest in England for a fee of £100,000.

Tarka earned two full international caps against Vanuatu and Solomon Islands in 2004.

(Correct as of 2 February 2009) Perth Glory Australia Personal honours: