Journeymarvel.com – Welcome to an exciting adventure on the Gold Coast, Australia! If you’re looking for an unforgettable shopping experience, you’ve come to the right place. The Gold Coast is not only known for its stunning beaches and amazing amusement parks but also offers a variety of markets worth exploring. From creative art markets to fresh organic produce markets, the Gold Coast provides various options to satisfy your shopping cravings. In this article, we will delve deeper and reveal some of the best markets to visit on the Gold Coast. Get ready to experience the thrill of shopping amidst a lively and vibrant atmosphere. Here are 7 of the best markets in Gold Coast that you can visit.
1. Carrara Markets
Carrara Markets is open every Saturday and also Sunday. Starting from 8 am to 3 pm. Free entry and free parking. Centrally located in Carrara on the stunning Gold Coast, just a stone’s throw from Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, Carrara Markets is Australia’s largest permanent weekend market.
With more than 300 stalls covering an area of 24 hectares, this is a treasure trove for those of you who are curious. Carrara Markets is also a discount shopping center for fresh products, homewares, fashion, pots, bric a brac, plants, souvenirs, arts, crafts, and just about anything else.
For more than 30 years Carrara Markets has been a major tourist attraction on the Gold Coast. Carrara Markets is a famous tourist spot with pony rides, bungy trampolines, baby animal farm, and face painters.
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A famous attraction to visit with the family is Carrara Mini Golf. There are 2 18 hole mini golf courses with amazing themes. You can play outdoors among the ancient ruins of Asia. Apart from that, you can also play indoors with animated dinosaurs, adventurous pirates, and medieval dragons.
A new Gold Coast attraction to Carrara Markets is Rollerama, a fantastic indoor roller skating rink. Then, Carrara Markets also has a huge events arena that plays host to some of the biggest entertainment events on the Gold Coast.
Among them, the Mother’s Day Psychic and Holistic Fair, the Father’s Day Classic Car Show, and the Plant Sale Spectaculae. All of these events are listed in the What’s on Calendar and this also makes a visit to Carrara Markets even more exciting.
Then, renting a stall at Carrara Markets is very cost effective. So, most of the 300-plus stallholders have been at Carrara Markets for more than five years. In fact, many have been here for more than ten years.
The longest serving stall owner has been at the market for more than 40 years. This shows that the success of the markets was because no one would stay if they were not making money. Then, there are four rental options on the market. Among them, are stalls, gazebos (3m x 3m), gazebos (4m x 2.5m), until lock up ‘shops’.
First, stalls. These are yellow bench tables 2.3m x 1m in size. These stalls have a roof over for shade and basic weather protection. These rent for $25 on a Saturday, $45 on a Sunday, or $60 for the weekend.
Stalls are not suitable for selling clothes. You should to take your stock home at the end of each trading day. You should bring your chairs, table coverings, signage, point of sale, and etc. Power is ready to most stalls. So, bring your extension leads.
Second, gazebos (3m x 3m). These are white timber structures about 3m X 3m with the synthetic grass floor and roof over for shade and basic weather protection. These rent from $60 on a Saturday, $90 on a Sunday, and $140 for the weekend. Gazebos 3m x 3m are ideal for selling clothes (you should bring your own racks).
Carrara Markets supplies up to 3 trestle tables free of charge. You should to take your stock home at the end of each trading day. Then, you should bring your own chairs, signage, table coverings, point of sale, and etc. Power is not ready to these gazebos.
Third, gazebos (4m x 2.5m). This gazebos has a white timber structure of about 4m x 2.5m with the roof over most of the area for shade and basic weather protection. Gazebos (4m x 2.5m) rent from $40 on a Saturday, $50 on a Sunday, and $80 for the weekend. Gazebos (4m x 2.5m) can for selling clothes. So, you should bring your own clothes racks. Carrara Markets supplies up to 2 trestle tables free of charge.
You should to take your stock home at the end of each trading day. Then, you should bring your own chairs, signage, table coverings, point of sale, and etc. Power is ready to these gazebos. You should bring your own extension lead.
There are things you should to know and pay attention to. First, public liability cover is included in the rent. Second, Carrara Markets only takes bookings for spaces on Thursdays and Fridays, the week preceding the rental weekend. Third, what is available to rent will vary from week to week as some tenants come and go. Fourth, you need to pay in advance to secure the space. This can be done in person at the markets by cash or card, also can be done by paying over the phone by card.
Fifth, weekday market office opening hours are Thursday and Friday, starting from 9 am to 2 pm. Sixth, there is a $50 bond payable on all stalls and also gazebos (not lockup shops). Seventh, this bond can be refundable at 2.30 pm on the day or weekend of your booking provided you have met the following basic rules. A breach of those rules will result in forfeiture of the bond.
Eighth, once you pay for the casual stall you cannot cancel after. Ninth, Carrara Markets does have a wet weather guarantee for stalls and gazebos (not lock up shop). If in the opinion of management, adverse weather will affect casual trading for the day, then a credit is issued for a future date of the stallholders choosing.
Then, there are basic rules at Carrara Markets. Carrara Markets makes it quite simple. There are only a few basic rules that Carrara Markets will discuss with you on that day. The most important thing is that you must trade from 8 am to 2.30 pm every trading day.
You cannot come late. You also cannot pack a single item until after 2.30 pm. Next, you must park your and your staff’s car in the kiosk owner’s car parking zone.
Back to explaining the rental options on the market. The fourth option is to lock up ‘shops’. At most times, Carrara Markets has lock up shop spaces available. These vary in size with rents averaging around $200 per week. Shop sizes average approximately 4m x 3m. The advantage of a lock up is that you can leave your set up also stock in the place seven days a week. Also, you have access to the shop seven days a week.
It is the requirement to rent lock up spaces for the initial minimum period of four weeks after which time the tenancy reverts to week to the week. Initial lock up shop rentals require a payment of four weeks rent in the advance. The equivalent of two weeks of the pre-payment goes to a bond which is refundable at the end of the tenancy provided no destruction has occurred.
Two weeks payment goes to rent in advance. Some lock up shops require a $100 key deposit as well, but the majority just require you to bring your own padlock/s. After the initial four week period you are always free to relocate within the market if you wish subject to availability. Power is available to lock up shops and is included in the rent for basic appliances, namely lights and computers.
Then, for market information, general inquiries, lost property, and first aid, you can visit the Markets Management Office. Carrara Market has provided the special disabled parking area located near the entrance to the Big Shed. There are two toilet amenities locations at Carrara Markets. One includes the parent room facilities.
While some stalls have eftpos facilities, most operate as cash only. For the quick cash, Carrara Markets has around 5 ATM locations. For the smoking policy, Carrara Markets shopping areas are smoke-free zones. There is a designated smoking place for your convenience. Next, unfortunately, no dogs are allowed at the Carrara Markets. So, please leave your pets at home and please do not be tempted to leave them in your car.
There are various ways to get to Carrara Markets, you can use the car, public transport, train and taxi. First, by car. If you are traveling from Brisbane southbound, take the Gooding Drive exit 77 on the M1/Pacific Highway. Follow the signs to the Carrara Markets. If you are traveling from Coolangatta northbound, take the Gooding Drive exit 77 on the M1/Pacific Highway. Follow the signs to the Carrara Markets.
Then, if you are coming from the Gold Coast Highway, you can exit the Gold Coast Highway at Pacific Fair, Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach. Continue on this road until it becomes the Gooding Drive. It is only 4km, so you just follow the signs to Carrara Markets.
Second, by public transport. There is a farm and bus that approximately every ten minutes. So, you can get from Surfers Paradise to the Carrara Markets in just 30 minutes. Third, by train. Disembark at the Nerang Train Station and catch the Translink or Surfside Bus to the Carrara Markets.
For the Surfside or Translink timetable, you can call 13 12 30 or you can visit www.translink.com.au. Fourth, by taxi. Taking a taxi from anywhere on the Gold Coast to the Carrara Markets is easy. You can call 131 008 or you can visit www.gccabs.com.au.
Then, at Carrara Markets itself, there is also the Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale. If you have a garage full of stuff and you do not know what to do, try joining the famous Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale. It is held every Sunday morning, especially throughout the year, except Christmas Day and certain event weekends.
For just $25, you can make money from your previously owned items. Or, if you like used goods then you can definitely find them among the boots full of fashion items, toys, books, household appliances, and other equipment.
Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale is open to the public, from 7 am to 10 am. However, sellers can enter, starting at 6 am. Car Shoe Sales Fee $25. Pay on the day. You should use cash only. No silver coins. Then, no bookings are required for sellers.
At the Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale, you can buy or sell used clothes, furniture, books, toys and even knick-knacks. The Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale also accepts handmade arts and crafts. You need to pay attention that selling new products is not permitted. The Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale location is in the car park off Gooding Drive. Seller’s entry is via the Market Street.
How do you become a seller at the Carrara Markets Car Boot Sale? There are several things you need to pay attention to and do. To participate as a seller, you must be able to comply with these terms and conditions.
Then, Car Boot Sellers payments are collected on the day. The fee required to be paid is $25. Only correct amounts are accepted. No silver coins are accepted. Entrance tickets to the car trunk sales area are open from 6 am, every Sunday.
Then, you need to pay attention that no bookings are required for sellers. So, just arrived on the day. The gates close to cars at 7 am, unless there is still a queue of cars and there are still places available. There are around 130 sites available (the average number of sellers is around 100). There are no bad or good sites. So, if you rush to be the first, there is no point.
The sites are allocated sequentially. You do not choose your own site. If you want to site next to a friend, that friend must enter directly before or after you. Each seller can get two car parking spaces. One for parking the car and another for you to sell.
Sellers are required to trade from 7 am to 10 am (no early exits). There is absolutely no vehicle movement between 7 am and 10 am inside the car baggage sales area.
If you sell out or want to stop selling, put all your items in the car. Lock up and visit the main market until after 10 am. All items you sell must be used or can be handmade. Then, there are no takeaway food or drink sellers. There are no fruit and vegetable sellers.
Sellers should to bring their own equipment. For example, shade structures, tables, racks, etc. If necessary, there are car park bays that are 2.5 meters wide. So, a gazebo for example must fit within a distance of around 2.5 meters. Utes, cars, 4WD’s, and the standard size vans only. No trailers and no trucks or long wheel based vans.
Then, everything you intend to sell must come in the vehicle you drive in. No additional things can be ‘walked in’ later to add to your site. Pack up is about 10 am sharp. But, once packed up, you are free to leave your vehicle parked and visit to the main market.
There are 16 cafes or food outlets at the Carrara Markets that are open early if you wish to purchase food and beverage when you arrive. Then, there are two ATM’s at the Car Boot Sale. Do not forget to bring the change float, hat, and sunscreen.
No dogs are allowed at the Car Boot Sale. Next, please take your own rubbish home with you. Security CCTV monitoring is active and those leaving any rubber will not be allowed at the future car boot sales.
2. The Village Markets
The Village Markets organizes markets and curated events, encouraging creativity, collaboration, and a good atmosphere that can showcase the best of small businesses. Since 2008, The Village Markets has been committed to the creative small business community and its success. The Village Markets was created with the aim of providing a platform for creative small businesses to launch their brands, launch their products, connect, and collaborate in a positive, innovative, and unique environment, both online and offline.
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What this does is that The Village Markets creates boutique market events as well as award-winning digital events, for creative small businesses to launch their brands and sell their products at retail. The Village Markets provides helpful resources and tells the stories of creative small businesses through The Village Markets’ online platform.
The Village Markets is an award-winning creative community that helps small businesses grow. Then, The Village Markets is also a global online platform to connect consumers with creative small businesses, through the online platforms Virtual Village and The Village Markets.
The Village Markets or (TVM) is the perfect place for those of you who want to shine and grow. There are many ways to join The Village Markets creative community. You can be a kiosk owner, online via the Virtual Village, a musician, be part of The Village Markets Rack Sale, or also be a customer and fan of The Village Markets.
There are several reasons why you should join The Village Markets. First, a supportive community. At The Village Markets, they value creativity and also foster a supportive environment for local talent. When you join The Village Markets, you become part of a like-minded community that celebrates individuality, originality, and collaboration.
The second reason is a diverse audience. The Village Markets attract a diverse and enthusiastic local community as well as tourists. By participating in The Village Markets, you can have the opportunity to showcase your products and creativity to a wide audience. So, you can provide a proper explanation for your brand.
The third reason is the unique market experience. With The Village Markets’ carefully curated stalls and lively atmosphere, visitors come to The Village Markets to find unique treasures and extraordinary products. Your creations will find the perfect audience in this place.
To get started, you can visit The Village Markets website and fill out the application form. Tell us about yourself, your brand, and also your products. So, The Village Markets can get to know you better. Then, The Village Markets team will review your application and assess how well your product aligns with The Village Markets ethos.
If your application is successfully approved, The Village Markets will immediately notify you and you will have the opportunity to book a stall at the Village Markets event of your choice. The Village Markets team will guide you through the ordering process and provide you with all the necessary details.
On the day of the event, come with your best product. Show your creativity with pride and confidence. Then, also involve The Village Markets’ dynamic community of visitors. Strive to build meaningful relationships, gather advice, and enjoy the experience of being part of The Village Markets.
There are various market stall categories. Among them, unique art, prints, and photography, baby and childrenswear, beauty and apothecary, curated authentic vintage (clothing and accessories), jewelery (quality, unique items designed locally by the vendor), designer fashion and accessories (designed locally by the vendor ), locally designed furniture and homewares, to stationary and paper goods.
Then, there are also grown (delicious relishes, chutneys, sauces, jams, and gourmet goods that are beautifully packaged and in-line with The Village Markets’ boutique market aesthetic), food and beverage, to pop-up shops (limited spaces available) (wholesale or imported items that are not designed by the stall holder).
For the food and beverage category, currently accepting ready-to-eat street food vendors. The stall must visually fit our boutique market aesthetic. The menu’s must be quality, fresh, healthy, and also ready to eat food and beverage.
Must have relevant council approval or license and PPLI. Also, food stalls must supply a silent generator if power is required and all servingware must meet The Village Markets guidelines. You also need to pay attention that market stalls are for pre-approved vendors only. Applications close 2 weeks prior to each market. Some categories may have the wait list.
Next, by becoming a stall owner at The Village Markets, you get more than just a stall on market day. That is what sets The Village Markets apart from other markets. As a kiosk owner at The Village Markets, you will also receive various other things.
Among them, The Village Markets welcome pack, access to The Village Markets Membership, the opportunity to be listed in the Virtual Village online directory, exposure via The Village Markets’ social channels, the potential to be included in events that relate to PR and media opportunities, access to The Village Markets’ online portal for the latest insider stallholder news, market day tips, collaboration opportunities, events, and updates.
Other benefits, the opportunity to take up advertising via The Village Markets’ online and social channels (at discounted rates (exclusive to Market Members)), early bookings give you the chance to feature in the event Preview Post prior to market days, until your stall on market day and a warm welcome into the positive and collaborative The Village Markets community.
The Village Markets event is currently located at Burleigh Heads State School, Gold Coast. On the first and third Sunday of every month, from 8.30 am to 1 pm. The Village Markets prefers non-cash payment methods.
The standard stand size at The Village Markets is a 3x3m site. Stall owners can choose to buy 2 stalls for additional space or can use a tent for additional space in front of your stall (fees apply).
The time required for your application to be reviewed is around 14 days. Then, all items must be hung neatly and a small number of shoes can be placed under the shelf. Items must not be placed on the ground, on boxes or suitcases, and all items must be hung on one shelf (with 1 crossbar) no more than 1.5m long.
3. Next: Organic Gold Coast Farmers Market
Organic Gold Coast Farmers Market is the first and only organic farmers market in the region that sells the best quality, tastiest, and most nutritious products available to you. Every Sunday, from 6 am to 11.30 am, this market provides a complete and fresh range of vegetables and fruit. Straight from the farm and guaranteed Certified Organically grown seasonally (and interstate).
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The very friendly and knowledgeable stall owner of the Organic Gold Coast Farmers Market also offers organic products such as ‘picked yesterday’ seasonal fresh Certified Organic produce, fresh and dried versions of all your favorite seasonal herbs, ‘heritage’ varieties of some seasonal vegetables (for example such as dandelion greens, daikon radish, kale, and chard), until the best tasting fruits in season.
Then, there is sourdough crusty, wholemeal, wholesome breads of all your favorite grains (also gluten free), freshly-brewed espresso coffee and teas, hot chocolate, and Chai Tea, healthy homemade delicious breakfasts, freshly made juices and smoothies to start your day, home-made jams and other seasonal surprises, until bulk dry goods; grains, nuts, dried fruits, flours, oils, grain milks, etc, and a complete range of the Health Foods.
Then, there are also cosmetics and skin care products (100% truly Certified Organic ingredients), fresh salad mixes and micro-green mixes, honey, eggs, vinegars, and nut butters, healthy herbal teas, pure aquifer water with nothing unhealthy added, massage therapist, fresh tofu, live music, and more exciting stalls to come.
You also need to know that every month, the Organic Gold Coast Farmers Market also has a number of community stalls that promote environmental awareness, natural health practices, and activities.
4. Burleigh Farmers Market
Burleigh Farmers Market is open every Saturday, from 7 am to 12 pm. This place is your local community market for everything fresh. There are fresh agricultural products, organic fruit and vegetables, gourmet and global food, fish, meat, deli products, always serving hot coffee and bakery treats. Apart from that, there are also beautiful fresh flowers, plants, arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles, and much more.
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With live entertainment held daily and featuring a diverse selection of local talent. Burleigh Farmers Market is a place that takes place on Saturday mornings. You will not only enjoy the amazing shops, smell the fragrant aromas, and taste delicious food. However, you will also like the atmosphere around you.
The costs of non-powered stalls measuring 3x3m are fruit and vegetables or produce or deli lines ($75 Inc GST), food stalls ($110 Inc GST), until wellness hubs, arts, crafts, and plants ($35 Inc GST). Prices may change without notice.
Stall owners are responsible for providing their own equipment. For example, gazebos, weights to secure gazebos, chairs, tables, etc. Adequate ballast to secure each leg of the gazebo is a mandatory requirement, regardless of weather conditions.
Please read the Burleigh Farmers Market stall owner’s Terms and Conditions before registering. First, the kiosk owner agrees to attend for a minimum of four consecutive weeks. After the completion of four consecutive weeks, a two week cancellation notice is required if the stall owner wishes to cancel their presence at the market.
Second, booth fees are paid for each market. Payment of stall fees must be made every week and must be deposited and cleared into the market bank account no later than Wednesday at 5 pm before market day. A $15 administrative or late fee will apply if payment is not received on time. Failure to pay the location fee will result in the kiosk being canceled and allocated to someone else.
No credits or refunds will be given in the event of inclement weather on market day or if a confirmed stall is cancelled. Kiosk fees are non-refundable or transferable. If the stall owner chooses not to attend the market for any reason, the market location fee must be paid whether the stall owner attends or not.
The market manager is not responsible if for whatever reason the stall owner is unable or unwilling to attend on market day. If a market is canceled by market management, no fees will be charged.
Third, cancellation of the stall is done in writing, namely via email (not via SMS). Two weeks’ notice of cancellation is required. Two weeks’ advance payment will be applied to 2 weeks’ cancellation or kiosk fees for the last 2 markets. Failure to attend the minimum trial period or failure to provide two weeks notice of cancellation will result in any prepayment being forfeited.
Fourth, regarding presence and weather conditions. Burleigh Farmers Market is an all-weather market. It is advertised to the public as a market that operates ‘rain, hail, or shine’ and as such will operate regardless of weather conditions. Bad weather is no excuse for not attending.
As a market stall owner, you have an obligation to be present at the market. This is not only important to the success of the market but also supports fellow stallholders who trade and rely heavily on the market as a source of income.
Stall owners are responsible for ensuring that their products are protected and that they have all the necessary equipment to do so. Management requires all kiosk owners to make plans for bad weather conditions such as wind, rain, cold, and heat.
Then, also ensure that appropriate safety and wet weather procedures are in place. Market managers, operators, employees, agents, or assigns are not responsible for loss or damage to stock or equipment, whatever the cause.
Fifth, kiosk owners and their owners are obliged to park their vehicles according to the existing instructions. Follow market staff’s directions properly regarding vehicle parking or restrictions. Do not park in areas designated for customer parking.
Sixth, regarding waste disposal. Stall owners are responsible for removing all rubbish and must leave their premises clean and free of all debris.
Seventh, all product sellers are obliged to sell their products and ensure that quality goods are sold. In the best interest of our market, do not sell poor quality products. As a seller or kiosk owner, your goods are required to meet the Market Management criteria and also the standards that have been set. Kiosk owners who violate these provisions will be dealt with accordingly.
Eighth, the kiosk owner can set the price according to his wishes. Ninth, the security of the kiosk owner’s stock, products, equipment, cash, and personal items is the responsibility of the kiosk owner.
Market Management is not responsible for any loss or damage to stock experienced by stall owners. Tenth, kiosk owners are expected to always act professionally. Market Management will not tolerate offensive comments, unwarranted gossip, or bad behavior.
Eleventh, about electricity and electrical equipment. Electricity will be provided to kiosk owners at an additional cost. You must submit a request for electricity usage and must receive approval and availability.
Limitations on the number of allocated power points and available amperage apply. Kiosk owners are obliged to ensure that all electrical cables or electrical equipment used are safe and comply with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and are marked and tested in accordance with the Act’s guidelines.
No credits or refunds will be given for any power supply issues. And there are many other terms and conditions. You can read it in full on the Burleigh Farmers Market website.
5. HOTA Farmers Market
HOTA Farmers Market is open every Sunday. Starting from 6 am to 11.30 am. There is farm-fresh produce in season (with a large selection of organic fruit and vegetables), handmade food that tastes delicious, boutique fashion, and handmade clothing too. HOTA Farmers Market started as a pioneer of Brisbane farmers markets in 2006 and currently HOTA Farmers Market has coordinated 12 very popular markets in Southeast Queensland. Thousands of loyal visitors shop at this market every week and HOTA Farmers Market has helped propel many small businesses to become national household brands.
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There are some general terms and conditions. First, there are no pets allowed at the HOTA Farmers Market. The HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets are located in the Hota Area in Bundall. This market is easy for you to access via public transportation, bicycle, and car. You need to know that this area is served by buses 738 and 747. Apart from that, there is also the new HOPO Ferry. There are plenty of places to park bicycles and cars on site. For public transport times and routes, please you use the Translink Journey Planner.
The HOTA Precinct has hundreds of parking spaces available for market visitors every Sunday. Additionally, there is street parking on the surrounding streets. Please check the council signage on arrival. Please note, that visitors are not allowed to park inside the market area.
You also need to understand that HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets is not responsible for any parking fines. The information desk is located inside the market. The first aid kit and the Lost and Found register are also located at the desk. ATMs are available on the site. Toilets are located within the markets.
There are several terms and conditions of entry. Firstly, by entering the HOTA Farmers Market, you sign a contract with Goodwill Projects Pty Ltd ACN 133 432 078 with the following terms and conditions. If you do not agree to these terms and conditions, you have to immediately leave this market.
Second, you are obliged to comply with all regulations and directions displayed at the HOTA Farmers Market and every direction given to you by authorized personnel. You have to not cause any obstruction, nuisance, or disturbance. HOTA Farmers Market reserves the right to eject anyone who does not comply with these terms and conditions.
Third, you agree to indemnify HOTA Farmers Market, directors, employees, agents, contractors, and invitees in connection with any claims made against HOTA Farmers Market and any losses, damages, costs or expenses that HOTA Farmers Market incurs as a result. in any way.
From or in connection with your presence at the market or the presence of any person or animal under your care or supervision at the market. This includes but is not limited to any damage to any part of the market or property, any equipment or other facilities in the market or death or injury to any person.
This indemnity does not stop after you leave the market and HOTA Farmers Market can enforce this indemnity before costs are incurred. Fourth, HOTA Farmers Market is not responsible to you for and you hold HOTA Farmers Market harmless from any loss or damage you may suffer or any loss or damage to any property or person while at the market.
This is unless the loss or damage is caused by and only to the extent of an error, negligence, or intentional breach of HOTA Farmers Market’s legal obligations or warranties.
Fifth, HOTA Farmers Market is not responsible to you for the safety or any damage to your vehicle (or other mode of transportation) and is not responsible to you for any loss, damage, costs, expenses, or fines (including parking fines) incurred you may arise as a result of or arise from your presence in the market.
HOTA Farmers Market reserves the right to move (by towing or other means) your vehicle at any time if required by law or for the safe operation of the market.
Sixth, all animals must be kept on a leash and appropriately restrained at all times. You have the responsibility to pick up your animals and dispose of all waste properly.
In addition to the compensation stated in clause 3, you are expressly and voluntarily responsible for all risks, damage, loss, personal injury, or even death that may arise in any way from or in connection with any animal you bring to the market.
Seventh, by attending HOTA Farmers and Artisan Markets and HOTA Markets’ events, you agree or agree to be filmed, recorded, or photographed, where the resulting content can be used for marketing or promotional purposes without compensation for use in any media.
Eighth, if there is an implied warranty or condition in this contract under the Australian Consumer Law or other legislation, HOTA Farmers Market’s liability for breach of such warranty or condition will be limited, to the extent permitted by law, to the service provider or payment from the cost of providing the service again.
Ninth, these terms and conditions apply in addition to other terms and conditions that may be displayed on the Market from time to time. If there is any inconsistency, these terms and conditions apply to the extent of the inconsistency. Kiosk owners, contractors, agents, or invited persons do not have the authority to change or waive these terms and conditions.
6. Next: Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market
Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market is open every Saturday, from 6 am to 11.30 am. The Market Co. GC (formerly Your Local Markets) has been running a dynamic farmers market on the Gold Coast for almost 20 years with a focus on fresh local produce, delicious food, and sustainable produce. More than just a standard shopping experience, the Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market is a place where the Gold Coast community gathers with friends and family to enjoy outdoor shopping, delicious food, live local music, and a great community atmosphere.
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Built in 2000, this farmers market has been a thriving culinary and local cultural center for almost 24 years. With between 75 and 80 stallholders attending each week, this farmers market offers a wide variety of fresh fruit and vegetables, meat and poultry, seafood, dairy products, fresh pasta and sauces, baked goods, handmade breads, and other small goods, to health food.
There are plenty of options to take home or enjoy fresh at the market. This farmers market in South East Queensland runs every weekend, rain or shine and it is full of life and color all year round.
The Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market welcomes local farmers, fine food producers, and artisan food makers from South East Queensland and Northern New South Wales with a wide range of freshly picked seasonal produce available.
Many of the kiosk owners are certified organic, biodynamic, and spray free producers. Meanwhile, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free foods are available to meet a variety of dietary needs.
Then, there are several passions that Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market has. First, build a connection. Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market brings together farmers, producers, craftspeople, and the local Gold Coast community to connect with fresh food.
Second is the environment. Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market takes action to minimize its impact on the planet. This includes banning the use of single-use plastic bags, biodegradable and compostable plastic bags by 2017.
Third, support the community. The Big Issue is a non-profit organization that creates job opportunities for people experiencing homelessness, marginalization, and disadvantage. There are Big Issue sellers at the Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market, every Saturday.
Fourth, local music. Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market is proud to support local musicians by booking live performances at both markets every week. This also provides space for buskers.
The fifth passion is the slow food movement. The Market Co. Gc supports the Slow Food Movement’s principles that food must be good, clean, and fair.
One of the best ways to reach Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market if you are a local resident is by bicycle. There are many bicycle racks and also places to secure your bicycle at school.
Then, there is plenty of free street parking available around the school. This includes along Thrower Drive and Sarawak Avenue. Then, at the nearby boat ramp and Salk Oval car park. Further, under City of Gold Coast regulations, dogs are not permitted in areas where food is prepared or stored.
Then, all kiosk owners are required to use a gazebo or trestle and will comply with local food laws and regulations. Trestle tables must be covered with black polyester or burlap that reaches the ground on all sides and the product for sale must be displayed in a visually appealing manner.
All products must have prices displayed clearly. If the stall is on asphalt or another hard surface, such as a netball court or basketball court and you are preparing hot food which is likely to cause oil stains or other damage to the surface, then it is the stall owner’s responsibility to ensure this.
Ensure that there is appropriate and safe ground cover within the stall and that the site is left in a clean condition after the market is completed.
Then, the Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market is held in the open air and will operate in various weather conditions. It is the responsibility of all kiosk owners to bring their own covers, weights to support equipment, as well as other equipment for the purpose of protection against adverse weather conditions.
Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market is promoted and advertised as operating ‘rain, hail, or shine’. So, bad weather is not an excuse for your absence or packing up and leaving the market early. You should note that please do not apply for a stall at the Palm Beach Currumbin Farmers Market, unless you are prepared to risk the weather.
7. Helensvale Farmers Market
Helensvale Farmers Market is a local farmers’ market that offers fresh, quality agricultural products from local farmers. Focusing on local and sustainability, the stallholders at Helensvale Farmers Market offer a variety of global food, artisan, and beautiful products. Helensvale Farmers Market is open every Saturday, from 6 am to 11 am at Helensvale State High School. There are various market stalls that you can find at the Helensvale Farmers Market.
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Among them, essentially blessed (health and wellness), the savvy pet co (dog behaviorist and accessories), goodMIX (superfoods), golden goodness (honey), amili pets (luxury pet throws and accessories), stepping stones to self mastery (plants and seedlings), true blue treats popcorn (fresh popcorn), crystal and the wild (fresh flowers), seko foods (falafels), hidden valley glass studio (handcrafted glass art), until jims busy bees (fruit and vegetables).
Then, there is Nanny Vic’s pantry (homemade preserves), churro (churro’s), infusion chilli farm (chilli plants), ue bagels (freshly baked bagels), farmer paul (fruit and veg), alkasprings (spring water), kel’s spray free ( fruit and vege), yummioh organic bakery (freshly baked organic bread), buchi kombucha (kombucha), Thai marquee (Thai), cupcakes by Jess (cupcakes), owng farm fresh (fruit and vegetables), the nut lady (nuts and more ), until indulgence (candles and diffusers).
Then, wholefood haven (smoothie bowls, cold pressed juices, and more), Turkish street food (Turkish), sausage with a twist (sausages), bigoli Italian (fresh pasta), white edwards (gourmet delicacies), chambers flat strawberry farm ( strawberries),
Then, there are also somethin’ sweet (home baking and treats), nosey gnome organic (certified organic farm fresh produce), baking love (Brazilian bakery), mushrooms (mushrooms), hinterland honey (local honey), Wil Soon espresso, mobile cafe (coffee), snapper up (seafood), bee’s cake creations (cupcakes), bunnygum farmer (fruit and vegetables), Italian baker (Italian bakery), until uncle phil’s smokehouse (smoked salmon).
Apart from that, there are also other market stalls, such as Himalayan connection (cultural gifts store), palace meats (butcher shop), kasbah (Moroccan food), until baked at Nerang (gluten free bakery).
Although the Helensvale Farmers Market is always happy to welcome new stall owners at The Helensvale Farmers Market, there are several things you need to know, understand, and do before applying.
First, kiosk owners are required to bring their own gazebo and kiosk setup equipment, such as trustle tables, chairs, displays, and others. Second, all kiosk owners are required to have valid public liability insurance.
You are also fully responsible for ensuring you comply with all laws and regulations. This includes food handling and food safety regulations. Apart from that, you also have a valid permit before you submit the application.
These are the explanations regarding the 7 best markets to visit in Gold Coast. Each of these markets has differences in terms of the goods to be sold, the terms and conditions that apply when you want to become a seller, and the opening hours. So, of these markets, which one do you want to visit first? So, are you interested in becoming a seller in one of these markets?