Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

🎪 How should I contact organisers?

📧 Email is the preferred contact method:
minglemarketsaustralia@gmail.com

✔ Social media messages and text messages may not receive an immediate response
✔ On market days, please only TEXT the number provided in your bump-in email

🎪 How far in advance should I apply?

We recommend applying at least 7–14 days before each event.
Bookings usually close approximately 4 days prior to the market date.

🎪 When is payment due?

Payment is due upon application approval.
For first-time vendors: payment must be made within 7 days of invoice date, or no later than 7 days before the event whichever comes first.
Please only select the dates you can pay for IN FULL upon approval.

🎪 Do I need Public Liability Insurance?

Yes. All vendors must have their own current Public Liability Insurance and upload their Certificate of Currency before trading.

🎪 What name should I apply under?

Please use the same business or trading name as your social media accounts where possible. This helps customers find you more easily when we tag our vendors in advertising and social media posts.

🎪 What do I need to bring?

✔ Gazebo / marquee
✔ Weights (compulsory)
✔ Tables and chairs
✔ Excellent lighting
✔ Portable Power i.e: generator (food vendors only)

⚠️ No weights = No entry.

🎪 Is power supplied?

No. There is no power available at our events.
Vendors must supply their own power source and lighting.
Generators should be quiet and suitable for public events.

🎪 When will I receive my stall location?

Event details, maps and stall numbers are usually emailed within 48 hours prior to each event.
Please read every bump-in email carefully, as event layouts and instructions may change.

🎪 Can I leave early?

No. Vendors must not bump out or pack down without approval from market staff.
This is for customer safety and event presentation.

🎪 What are the market trading hours?

Friday Twilight Markets 🕓 4.30 pm – 8.30 pm

Sunday Morning Markets 🕢 7.30 am – 12.00 pm

🎪 What happens if I cancel?

If you choose not to attend, no credit applies.
Change of mind, holidays or attending another event are not eligible for credit.
If organisers cancel an event due to weather or venue issues, a credit may be issued to your LocalStalls account.
Credits expire after 3 months unless otherwise arranged.

🎪 Do you offer refunds?

No. Refunds are not provided unless authorised by management.

🎪 What are the rubbish requirements?

✔ Vendors must bring their own bins and rubbish bags
✔ Please keep your site clean during the event
✔ All rubbish must be removed when you leave

⚠️ Customer bins must not be used. A $50 cleaning fee may apply if vendor rubbish is left onsite or placed in customer bins.