2024 Grand Street Parade Application Form -


GRAND STREET PARADE APPLICATION FORM

Thank you for taking the time to apply to participate in the grand street parade at the 2024 Granny Smith Festival.

Please be aware we have limited spaces available in the Granny Smith parade. We will be selecting groups based on your ability to express lively character, colourful presentation and a point of difference to our audience. We endeavour to have a large variety of different groups represented in the final parade selection.

Please note: this will not be a paid performance and all groups are required to have $20 Million Public Liability Insurance to participate.

Applications close Midnight Sunday 4 August 2024

Please fill in the following details with care.

Name of Group *
This will be your advertised name on your parade sign
Name of Organisation *
First Name *
Last Name *
Mobile *
Email *
Website:
Social Media Website:
Contact name for the day *
Contact number for the day *

Participation Details

Description of what your parade will consist of *
E.g. a float with participants wearing cultural dress.
How many people on foot? *
(maximum 30)
Will you be using a vehicle? *
Maximum 1 vehicle per group
YesNo
Vehicle Registration Details *
IMPORTANT: All vehicles taking part in the parade must have a current registration.
Vehicle length in metres *
Will music (recorded or played live) be played during the performance? *

Parade Details:

For vehicle and driver participants:
Assembly from 7.30am at Lakeside Road Parade Marshalling Area.

For pedestrian participants:
Representative signs in with SES Marshall from 8.00am at Lakeside Road Parade Marshalling Area.

All participants must be in place by 9.15am.

Parade commences 9.30am sharp.
Announcer's Notes *
This will be used by the MC to introduce your group.
Keep in mind this information will be relayed to the public. 
The description should not be any more than 40 words long and should include NAME OF GROUP, LOCATION and a SHORT DESCRIPTION
Additional Comments?
Please upload a photo of your group
If you would like to provide a promotional photo of your group please do so here. Please note this photo may be used to promote your performance to the public.
Has your group previously participated in a Granny Smith Parade? *
YesNo
Please list the year's you have participated in.

Insurance & Consent

Public Liability Insurance
In order to perform within the parade you need at least $20 million public liability insurance. Please attach a copy of your Certificate of Currency here.
Public Liability Insurance Expiry Date *
If your Public Liability Insurance (PLI) expires between now and the event, you are required to forward a copy of your updated PLI at the below listed expiry date.

Waste Inclusion

I agree not to use or distribute balloons or single-use plastic promotional items at the event. *
As part of the City of Ryde’s commitment to the environment and the development of a broader sustainable events policy, the 2024 Granny Smith Festival has again been designated as a ‘Waste Wise Event’. Council has implemented guidelines which require participants and the community to phase out single use plastics, minimise waste and recycle what cannot be reused.

NoYes

Terms and Conditions

I understand that my parade group is not allowed to give any free promotional bags or items whilst participating in the parade and understand that City of Ryde representatives have authority to withhold items who fail to comply. *
NoYes
I am aware that after all applications are received and considered by City of Ryde I will be advised whether my application has been accepted and that the decision is final. *
NoYes
Photography Consent *
By selecting yes you agree to allow the City of Ryde and its agents to use and reproduce photography and video, in which you and/or your group may appear, taken at the Granny Smith Festival in printed and internet based publications and promotional materials. By participating you waive any right to inspect and approve photographs or video or to receive compensation for the use of this material.
NoYes
The participant agrees to indemnity and keep indemnified the City of Ryde against any liability, actions, claims, demands, damages and expenses incurred or suffered by the City of Ryde in connection with or arising in any way out of the participation *
NoYes
If my $20 million public liability insurance has expired after the 4th August, I will send through my updated copy. *
NoYes
I understand that participation in the Granny Smith Festival Grand Street Parade will not result in any payment from the City of Ryde Council. *
NoYes
I confirm that the details provided in this form are true and correct. *
NoYes
In completing this form you will be prompted to supply personal information for the purposes of the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998. The supply of this information is voluntary. If you cannot provide, or do not wish to provide the information requested, the Council may be unable to process your application form. Council is required under the Act to inform you about how your personal information is being collected and used. If you require further information, contact Council’s Customer Service Centre on 9952 8222 and ask for an information sheet to be forwarded to you.