Exhibitor

GREEN HEART FAIR

SUNDAY 13 September 2015 Carindale Recreation Reserve, Carindale 9am 2pm

Green Heart Fair is Brisbanes biggest FREE bi-annual community and sustainability festival,

promoting innovative green living in a fun, family-friendly environment for all residents to

come and enjoy.

On Sunday 13 September 2015 join more than 100 of Brisbane's leading sustainability organisations,

community groups, artisans, foodies, green-thumbs, businesses, musicians and eco experts

as they share information and knowledge with visitors on how to live more sustainably.

Fair goers will be treated to heaps of fun activities and entertainment throughout the day

with a jam-packed schedule.

Sunday 13 September 2015 at Carindale Recreation Reserve, Carindale

WHO COMES ALONG? Each Green Heart Fair attracts between 12,000 - 20,000 Brisbane residents: Families with children, couples and single person households

Home-owners, mortgage holders and renters

They live in houses, townhouses and apartments

Catchment extends across the wide Brisbane community, attracting visitors from far beyond the immediate neighbouring suburbs

EXCITING & ENGAGING PROGAM We make sure there is something for everyone to appeal to and attract the broad spectrum of the local community

Sustainability exhibitors, community groups and Gourmet food vendors

a large Brisbane City Council display featuring green living programs and initiatives

Family fun bike ride to the event with a free breakfast for all riders

2000 free native plants to give away

Sustainable cooking demonstrations with celebrity chefs

Informative interactive discussions with gardening gurus including Annette McFarlane and local experts

All day entertainment and live music on the main stage by Peppa Pig and George and local Brisbane bands

All day kids hub featuring dirtgirlworld activity centre, planting herbs and veggies with live appearances,

rock climbing, face painting, Australian wildlife, eco-entertainment, obstacle course, drumming and

musical instrument groups, reverse garbage workshops

Local TV personalities

Healthy, active, kids sports area with:

Queensland Reds Rookies2Reds

Brisbane Roar soccer rapid field with a visit from Roary the team mascot

Brisbane Paralympic Football program

Little Kickers - soccer and rugby drills for kids under 5

Brisbane Bandits

Queensland Netball Net Set Go

BrisStyle handcrafted and Peter Hackworth markets

MARKETING & PR Through our marketing efforts we generate over $250k in promotional value showcasing some of our wonderful exhibitors and their products. 60,000+ A5 flyers (example from last Fair),

delivered to local area and handed out at Westfield Carindale shopping centre promotions on busy Saturday mornings

Community Service Announcement TVC with our media partner, Channel 7

Quest newspaper advertising

Radio announcements with our media partner 4BC

Local newspaper PR coverage including Courier-Mail, Sunday Mail and Quest Newspapers

Online, digital and social media marketing with over 2500 Facebook followers

Extensive online promotion and on Council website

Included in Lord Mayors newsletter Living in Brisbane and school and community newsletters

Large onsite banners

BROAD MEDIA COVERAGE

EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIES

Exhibitors 3x3m marquee (infrastructure provided) - $385 incl. GST

3x6m marquee (infrastructure provided) - $605 incl. GST

Company name printed on corflute for marquee (max 26 characters)

1 x trestle table (no cloth)

2 x chairs

Name inclusion on CitySmart web page

Social media marketing

Media opportunities in local press

If you require access to power it must be requested on application (extension cords not included) Additional hire items available: contact Paula at Queensland Hire ph: 3299 4844 or paula@queenslandhire.com.au

Community Groups Free of charge with approval of application

Not affiliated with a political organisation

Must provide own marquee (3m x 3m) and equipment

APPLICATION FORM Name of business/organisation

Contact person Email

Address

Phone Mobile

Environmental relevance and practices of your organisation/ business (please list at least 3 key sustainability actions and initiatives)

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Please list your business current sustainable projects, activities or updates (where possible Green Heart Fair will promote these through

social media channels and media avenues)

Website (if applicable)

Facebook / Twitter / Instagram page name

GET IN QUICK - LIMITED SPACES OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE I am applying for the following space at the Green Heart Fair

Options Costs Please select

Exhibitor 3m x 3m $385*

Exhibitor 3m x 6m $605*

Exhibitor Power 1 x 10AMP $50*

Exhibitor Power 1 x 15AMP $50*

Community Group (Must bring own marquee)

free with application

TOTAL costs include GST $

* All prices include GST Direct deposit details: A/C NAME Green Heart CitySmart BANK Westpac BSB 034 010 A/C 260 557 REF GHFN (Name of company/stall)

STRICT SUSTAINABILITY GUIDELINES

Green Heart Fair is a low impact event. We aim to minimise the environmental footprint of each and every event and we ask that you respect and adopt our aims and values. We also actively measure our sustainability achievements including reductions in waste, water and energy consumption through the Sustainable Events Management System. Due to the ethos of the Fair, priority will be given to the participants who best represent these environmental values and aspirations. CitySmart reserves the right to select participants accordingly. We require all vendors and stallholders to take steps to reduce the environmental impact of their attendance at the Green Heart Fair and to adopt sound packaging and waste minimisation policies, as detailed below: DO NOT bring the following items to the fair:

plastic bags

plastic plates, straws, knives, forks and spoons

polystyrene cups, plates

balloons

We request:

Rapidly biodegradable or recyclable materials for such items as cups, mugs, plates, cutlery, bags, etc.

No plastic wrapping on products wherever possible

Waste minimisation and appropriate management of any unavoidable waste during and after the event, including keeping your

area tidy and free of litter.

Please note: penalties will apply to vendors who do not comply with the above sustainability guidelines. Please contact us for advice if you are unsure.

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INSURANCE DETAILS Brisbane Green Heart CitySmart Pty Ltd expressly excludes liability for any claims for damages arising out of the negligence of stallholders. If stallholders are employing persons to work at their stall, a copy of a current Work Cover policy must be provided. Brisbane Green Heart CitySmart Pty Ltd or its insurers, in any circumstances for negligence claims, will extend no indemnity to stallholders. Stallholders must obtain their own Individual Public Liability Insurance. Exhibitors participate at their own risk. The onus is upon participants to have appropriate licences and comply with Health and Safety Regulations. I, ______________________________________ understand and agree to the conditions detailed in the above information. Please tick here Date ________________________________

Application Checklist Please ensure you have attached the following items to your application:

Completed and signed application form

Copy of your current Public Liability Insurance

Proof of payment (i. e. remittance advice, cheque)

Copy of your temporary food license (if applicable)

Agree to the Sustainability guidelines

Exhibitor and vendor applications close on Friday 1 May, 2015. Please send completed application form, copies of relevant documentation, i.e. Food licenses and insurance, together with full payment (money order, cheque or direct deposit) to the details below: Attn: Lizzie Dwyer Phone: 0488 771 124 Email: lizzie.dwyer@citysmart.com.au Fax: (07) 3112 5925 Mail: Level 5, 79 Adelaide Street, Brisbane Q 4003 All applicants will be given due consideration by Brisbane Green Heart CitySmart Pty Ltd and confirmation of your acceptance will be provided with a receipt. Please be advised that your participation is not confirmed until payment has been received. Cancellations will receive 50% refund only.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU!

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