Permission to hold an event is called an Event Permit, and it is generally required if you are holding an event in a public place or it involves activities such as sale of food or alcohol, music or entertainment, stalls, amusement rides or bouncy castles, and structures being installed.
A public place includes Shire reserves, beaches, parks, roads, road reserves and other areas generally open for use by the public. A public place can also be privately owned land, if the public is allowed to use the land for the event.
Your event will generally not require an event permit if it:
- Is held and run by an educational premises, including primary, secondary, and tertiary educational facilities.
- Is held and run by a religious centre, including churches and worship centres.
- Is held in public in a public park or reserve and is an activity considered to be general recreation, such as private family gatherings and parties.
To understand whether you need an event permit review the Event Impact Matrix(PDF, 445KB).