ABOUT THIS FORM
Events bring our community together, they showcase our destination, attract visitors, create economic outcomes and improve the vibrancy of our town centers.
Here at Port Stephens we love events and whilst we want to make the application process as easy as possible for you, approval to hold events on public land in our region is mostly required.
This application form has been prepared to assist you to determine what approval you may need. It will guide you through the required documentation to be submitted for assessment and provide examples and templates throughout.
DO I NEED APPROVAL?
This application is not applicable if your event is:
- A community gathering, BBQ, birthday party or Christmas function with less than 50 attendees and does not involve temporary infrastructure, amplification, jumping castles, amusements or electrical access approval from Council is not required.
- Held on private land, community halls and centers
- Regular community sport or activities covered under an existing user agreement
- Any event or activity applicable under Council’s Commercial Operator Policy
For private ceremonies including weddings and memorials please submit an Application to hold a Wedding or Ceremony.
APPLICATION TIMEFRAMES
To ensure your event can be approved we recommend low impact events be submitted no later than 4-6 weeks prior and medium - higher impact events 6-8 weeks prior.
Additional time restrictions may apply if your event requires a Development Application, Road Closure or Alcohol.
FEES AND CHARGES
Fees and charges are applicable for event applications in Port Stephens in accordance with the
Port Stephens Schedule of Fees and Charges. A not for profit discount may be applicable and will be assessed per application. A fee quote will be provided prior to your event with a final invoice to be provided after the event has been held.
YOUR PRIVACY
Port Stephens Council is committed to protecting your privacy. We take reasonable steps to comply with relevant legislation and Council policy.
Purpose: Council is collecting this information to enable Port Stephens Council to assess your request to hold an event in our local government area.
Intended recipients: The information will only be used by Council, its contractors performing functions for Council, and other agencies such as government departments that have legislation allowing them to access Council records.
Supply: Involuntary
Consequence of Non Provision: Your request may not be accepted or processed due to a lack of information.
Storage and security: This document will be saved in Council’s records management system in accordance with Council policy and relevant legislation.
Access: Please contact Council on 02 4988 0255 to enquire how you can access information.
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