The Shire of Broome is seeking community feedback on a proposal to allow mobile food vendors and other mobile traders to operate at selected neighbourhood parks.
The aim is to activate local parks, improve access to food and refreshments, and create more opportunities for people to enjoy these community spaces.
The proposed parks are:
- Cygnet Park
- Sugar Glider Park
- Tanami Park
- Hin Park
Community feedback will help Council decide whether to proceed with introducing trading opportunities at these locations.
Complete the short survey before 4PM on 14 August 2026 to have your say.
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FAQs
A trading node is a designated location where approved mobile traders, such as food vans, coffee vans or other mobile businesses, may operate from public land under the Shire's Trading in Public Places Policy.
Trading nodes provide identified locations where trading can occur while ensuring public spaces remain safe, accessible and enjoyable for all users.
- What types of businesses could operate?
Trading opportunities at these locations would primarily relate to mobile food and beverage vendors. Other mobile traders may also be considered where they meet the requirements of the Trading in Public Places Policy and obtain the necessary approvals.
All traders would be required to comply with relevant licensing, health, safety and insurance requirements.
- Would trading occur every day?
Not necessarily.
If approved, traders would be able to apply to operate from the designated trading nodes during approved trading periods. Trading may occur on some days, weekends or peak periods, depending on demand and the availability of approved operators.
The introduction of a trading node does not mean a trader will be present at all times.
- How would traders be approved?
Traders would need to apply to the Shire for approval to operate from a designated trading node.
Applications would be assessed in accordance with the Trading in Public Places Policy and relevant legislation, taking into account matters such as:
- Public safety
- Traffic and access considerations
- Health and environmental requirements
- Insurance and licensing
- Suitability of the proposed trading activity
Only approved traders would be permitted to operate from these locations.
- Would there be limits on operating hours or locations?
Yes.
Approved traders would be required to operate within designated areas and comply with any conditions of approval, including approved trading hours.
Conditions may also address matters such as noise, waste management, parking, public safety and maintaining access to park facilities.