Outdoor Events Policy: Survey

The City of Fremantle is reviewing its Outdoor Events Policy to better support a vibrant events calendar while managing the impacts on residents, businesses, and public spaces.

We invite your feedback on the proposed changes to help shape the future of events in Fremantle. Thank you for taking the time to contribute your thoughts.

Please make sure you have reviewed the revised Outdoor Events Policy and all related materials before submitting your comments.

We are asking the public to:

Review the revised Outdoor Events Policy, Key Documents and Frequently Asked Questions.
Contribute feedback by completing the survey below.
Provide a written submission or request a 1:1 meeting with a City Officer.

If you would like to meet with City staff before submitting your feedback, please email events@fremantle.wa.gov.au.

Please note, submissions close 5pm AWST, 30 January 2026.

Introduction Questions

First Name

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Last Name

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Where do you live?

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Beaconsfield

Fremantle (Central)

Hilton

North Fremantle

O'Connor

Samson

South Fremantle

White Gum Valley

Other (please specify)

Please tell us about you. Which of the following do you identify as? Select all that apply.

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Resident

Ratepayer

Renter

Business Owner

Events Industry

Visitor

Property Owner

Other (please specify)

Outdoor Events in Fremantle

How familiar are you with the outdoor events held in Fremantle (e.g. festivals, concerts, music events)?

Very familiar

Somewhat familiar

Not very familiar

Not at all familiar

Overall, how satisfied are you with the number and quality of events currently held in Fremantle?

Very satisfied

Somewhat satisfied

Not very satisfied

Very unsatisfied

What type of events do you want to see more of in Fremantle?

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What type of events do you want to see less of in Fremantle?

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How important do you think outdoor events are to Fremantle’s identity and economy?

Very important

Somewhat important

Neutral

Not very important

11.

Have you attended or been impacted by any major or large-scale events in Fremantle in the past 12 months?

Yes, attended as a visitor

Yes, impacted as a nearby resident/buisness

Both attended and impacted

Large and major impact events can affect surrounding residents and businesses. To minimise these impacts, the number of such events permitted at each venue is limited each year, as outlined below:

Outdoor event venues	Annual event allocation
Gold Locations
South Beach	No Major events, maximum of two Large impact events
Fremantle Park	Maximum of two Major or Large impact events
Silver Locations
Esplanade Reserve	Maximum of one Major and up to four Large impact events
Fremantle Oval	Maximum of one Major and up to four Large impact events
Walyalup Koort	No Major events, maximum of two Large impact events
Port Beach	No Major events, maximum of two Large impact events
Bronze Locations
Bathers Beach	No Major or Large impact events
Booyeembara Park	No Major or Large impact events
Leighton Beach	No Major or Large impact events
Pioneer Park	No Major or Large impact events
Port Beach & North Carpark	No Major or Large impact events
Princess May Park	No Major or Large impact events
Wilson Park	No Major or Large impact events
Bruce Lee Oval	No Major or Large impact events
Hilton Park	No Major or Large impact events

Event Categories

Event applications are assessed on the basis of their scale and characteristics and are classified into defined categories.

Applications for events assessed as Small or Medium will be managed in accordance with the established event approval process.

Event Detail	Large Impact Event	Major Impact Event
Attendees	5,000 - 9,999 attendees	Greater than 10,000 attendees
Duration	Up to eight hours, single day, single event site	Up to ten hours, single or multiple event days, multiple event sites
Bump in/out days	Up to five bump in/out days	Up to ten bump in/out days
Timings	Held between 7am and 10pm	Held between 7am and 12am
Noise impact	May involve amplified noise / Reg 18 may be required. Max noise level at 30m from stage – 98dB(a) laeq5min 110dB(c) laeq5min	May involve amplified noise / Reg 18 may be required. Max noise level at 30m from stage – 100dB(a) laeq5min, 115dB(c) laeq5min
Pyrotechnics	May involve pyrotechnics	May involve pyrotechnics
Infrastructure	May involve significant infrastructure build	May involve significant infrastructure build
Power	May involve power requirements	May involve power requirements
Vehicle movements	May require significant levels of infrastructure or vehicle access on site	May require significant levels of infrastructure or vehicle access on site
Public transport disruption	May involve minor public transport disruptions	May impact public transport
Road closures	May involve minor road closures or impact normal use of roads	May require road closures or impact normal use of roads
Food sales	May involve food sales	May involve food sales
Liquor license	May be licensed	May be licensed

Proposed Changes to Event Allocations at Outdoor Venues

The City is proposing changes to the number and location of events allowed at key outdoor venues.

The following outdoor event venues are classified as Gold, Silver, or Bronze, based on their suitability to host events.

Gold venues – Highly sensitive locations that can host a maximum of two large or major impact events per year. Their popularity stems from their size or location, but events here can significantly affect residents or restrict public amenity.

Silver venues – Suitable for up to five large or major impact events per year. These sites have a moderate community impact, with fewer nearby residents, and are valued for their capacity to support regular activations.

Bronze venues – Not suitable for large or major impact events but well-placed to host small to medium events on a regular basis.

12.

Please tell us why you support or oppose any of the above changes.

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Are there any locations within the City you think should be considered as outdoor event venues that aren't already captured in the policy?

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14.

Do you have any concerns about potential noise, parking, crowd, or traffic impacts from increased events?

Yes

If yes, please specify:

15.

Do you believe the proposed increases strike the right balance between community enjoyment and residential amenity?

Yes

If unsure, please specify:

Proposed changes to Expression of Interest (EOI) process

The City is proposing to remove the formal Expression of Interest process for event organisers, which currently requires detailed applications up to 12 months in advance.

The intent is to make Fremantle more responsive and supportive to the changing needs of the events industry, while still ensuring appropriate community safeguards.

16.

What should be prioritised when simplifying event approvals? Please rank in order of importance, with 1 being highest priority and 6 being lowest.

Minimising noise and resident disruption

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Supporting local business and economic activity

Select

Increasing the variety of events available

Select

Maintaining strong safety and compliance standards

Select

Reducing costs and red tape for organisers

Select

Encouraging family-friendly and community events

Select

17.

Overall, do you support the revised draft Outdoor Events Policy?

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I support the policy

I somewhat support the policy

I do not support the policy

18.

Do you believe that Fremantle should do more to attract large-scale events to the City (e.g. music festivals and cultural events)?

Yes

If unsure, please explain your answer:

19.

Can you tell us why?

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Is there anything else you'd like to add regarding the proposed changes to the Outdoor Events Policy?

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