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Business & Industry LicensingGUIDE TO ORGANISING PUBLIC EVENTS IN THE ACT
Managing a public or private event
Whenever organising/inviting people or groups of people to an event or gathering for some purpose, the organiser (whether an individual or an organisation entity) has wide ranging responsibilities in addition to management of the venue, entertainment or proceedings.
These will include the safety, health and rights of staff, volunteers, participants and the general public, as well as protection of property, and preservation of the environment. The organiser must also ensure that there is effective insurance cover such as public liability insurance.
This guide offers an overview of many of the issues that should be considered when organising a public event. It also provides links and contact details, wherever possible, to resources that may need to be accessed when organising a public event.
Are you organising a public event?
If you answered No to both of these questions your event is not likely to be considered a public event although you may find some of the information provided in this guide helpful when organising a private event.*
If you answered Yes to either of these questions your event is considered to be a public event and you should be familiar with many of the requirements and issues raised in the links to these pages.*
* Please note, though some events (both public and private) that do not require any formal approvals it may be beneficial that you seek advice about your event with relevant authorities.
See STEP 2 - MANAGING SAFETY for further advice.
