Expression of Interest – Activation Host (Multiple sites available across Onkaparinga)
Tender Overview
About this tender
Overview The City of Onkaparinga is inviting expressions of interest from innovative individuals, businesses, and collaborations to host summer activations at public sites across the Onkaparinga region. Purpose The opportunity aims to deliver vibrant commercial activations in Onkaparinga's public spaces that attract tourism, boost the local economy, and deliver exciting, inclusive experiences showcasing the region. Scope The scope includes: Hosting a commercial activation at one of the available sites across Onkaparinga, including waterfronts, parks, and town centres Delivering activation experiences such as coastal pop-ups, adventure experiences, cultural celebrations, or after dark experiences Delivering activations that connect people to and encourage exploration of the region Eligibility Open to individuals, businesses, and collaborations How to Apply Further information and applications are available at https://www.onkaparingacity.com/activations. Apply online using the SmartyGrants platform Email: business@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au Economic Growth & Activation Officer: (08) 8384 0666 Enquiries Contact: Eulonda Bolger Office: +61 (08) 83840666 Email: business@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au
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