Christmas Pop Up Shop

Closes in 16 daysSubmission deadline: 19 November 2026, 05:00 PM Australia/Sydney

About this tender

Overview Narrabri Shire Council is inviting expressions of interest from local businesses to participate in its Christmas Pop Up Shop, now in its sixth year. The initiative gives local businesses the chance to showcase their products, reach new customers and make the most of the busy Christmas shopping season. There is no cost to participate. Eligibility To be considered as a stallholder, the following terms and conditions apply: The business must be based in the Narrabri Local Government Area Applicants must have all relevant permits or licences to operate their business (if applicable) Applicants must supply their own display equipment, payment facilities, staffing and product for their stall Applicants must commit to having their stall open for the duration selected in their EOI, with up to one hour allowed for set up and pack up at either side of operating days/hours Applicants remain responsible for their own vehicle parking during the markets and will be required to carry all equipment and stall items on foot, as no vehicles will be allowed to park on site Retail only; food vendors are not permitted (for example, no fresh produce or freshly prepared hot/cold food, and no BBQs). Preserved or non-perishable food vendors are permitted Applicants are encouraged to assist in promoting the Christmas Pop Up Shop through their social network Information Requested A current Public Liability Certificate must be submitted with the expression of interest Any other relevant trading approvals, as requested by Council, must also be submitted How to Apply Expressions of interest can be completed using the following link: Complete your Expression of Interest here Applications close at 5.00pm Thursday, 18 November 2026. Applicants will be contacted by Council following completion of the EOI process regarding the outcome and further information. There is no cost to participate. Enquiries For further information regarding this EOI or program, please contact Council's Small Business Liaison Officer on (02) 6799 6866 or council@narrabri.nsw.gov.au.

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