We want to hear your views on a proposed new Public Trading, Events and Commercial Filming Bylaw to replace parts of our expiring Public Places Bylaw.
The proposed new bylaw seeks to support the use and enjoyment of public places by minimising public safety risks, nuisance and misuse of Council-controlled land, structures and infrastructure associated with organised activities in public places.
It proposes an enabling framework to regulate things in public places, including:
- trading – markets, stalls and outdoor hospitality
- events
- commercial filming
- busking.
The proposal also includes a proposed new set of Outdoor Hospitality Guidelines.
Read more about the proposal and the draft bylaw:
Statement of Proposal – Public Trading, Events and Commercial Filming Bylaw(PDF, 1MB)
Give us your feedback
Please provide your feedback by 4:00pm on Monday 13 July 2026.
By hand
Step 1: Download the form, print and complete it by hand.
Public Trading, Events and Commercial Filming Bylaw feedback form(PDF, 210KB)
Step 2: Bring the completed form into one of our Customer Service centres:
Te Iwitahi (civic centre)
9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei
Hours: Monday to Friday – 8:00am to 4:30pm
Closed public holidays
Ruakākā service centre
9 Takutai Place, Ruakākā
Hours: Monday to Friday – 8:30am to 4:00pm
Closed public holidays
Service centre at isite
92 Otaika Road, Raumanga
Hours: Monday to Friday – 9:00am to 12:00pm and 12:30pm to 4:30pm
Closed public holidays
Talk to panel
Book a session to present your views to a panel of three to five councillors.
Sessions will be held on Tuesday 23 June and Thursday 2 July 2026 at Te Iwitahi (civic centre), 9 Rust Avenue, Whangārei.
Book your session
You will have five minutes, after which the councillors may ask you questions to clarify their understanding.
A Council staff member will also be present to minute your feedback and confirm your main points with you.
Please let us know in advance if you require the services of a New Zealand Sign Language interpreter.