Event Application Process Guide Our events team are on hand to make it as easy as possible for you to hold your event in Horowhenua. They are the main point of contact for event organisers, and work across Council departments to facilitate event approvals and any specialist support required to ensure a safe and successful event.
Complete an Events Notification Form Horowhenua District Council requires you to complete an Event Notification Form if you are planning on hosting a public event that will attract 100 people or more.
Promoting your event You know your event is going to be amazing but does the community know? There are a number of ways to promote your event. You can usesocial media, interviews, media advertising including radio and newspaper, media releases and other promotional materials such as posters and flyers.
Sale of Food at Events or Markets Find information on selling food at events including fairs, markets, sausage sizzles and fundraising stalls, as well as relevant application forms.
Alcohol at an Event A special licence is required for any event where alcohol will be sold either at a bar or by a ticket system or donation, cover charge or koha, or where alcohol is included in pre-sold ticket price.
Event Health and Safety As an event organiser you are responsible for planning and managing risk at your event by taking all reasonably practicable steps to deliver a healthy and safe environment, and therefore an enjoyable event experience.
Event Traffic Management & Road Closures A Traffic Management Plan is required if an event will affect or increase vehicle or pedestrian traffic.
Using Council Parks / Reserves for Events If you're planning to have an event on a Council owned/managed reserve or park, you will need to complete an application form. Find more info here.
Amusement Devices All mechanical amusement devices at events such as ferris wheels, roller coasters, dodgem cars and bumper cars, must have a Certificate of Registration issued by Worksafe New Zealand.