Events Strategy - Devonport City Council

The City of Devonport Health Policy which states that the Devonport CityCouncil willMinimise the risk associated with the congregation of people inplaces of public assembly,Consult and negotiate with community and industry to achievebest management practices and compliantpublic health standards; andProtect the community from environmental pollution.The Mersey Foreshore Management Plan which states that the DevonportCity Council willMaintain and provide adequate open spaces for public eventsand encourage new events to use existing event areas.The following Authorities also have made a commitment to assisting with theenhancement of events in Devonport.The Cradle Coast Authority Strategic Direction which aimsTo build the capacity of event organisers to better develop,promote and manage events,To improve communication, co-ordination, and cooperationwithin the events sector and associated stakeholders; andTo develop growth opportunities for the event sector.Events Tasmania’s 10 Year Plan states that the organisation will provide aleadership role in theStimulation and growth of events in Tasmania,Attraction and retention of events to the State; andGrowth and development of events and the event industry byproviding access to updated event research and information.In addition Events Tasmania willSupport building the event industry capacity in all regions of theState and aim to maximise social, cultural, environmental andeconomic benefits generated from eventsThe Devonport Councils Event Strategy also aims to support the TourismTasmania’s “Tasmanian Experience Strategy” in its promiseTo deliver engaging personalised experiences which aim toconnect visitors to people and place and create unforgettablememories that motivate repeat visitation, word of mouthpromotion and brand loyalty.3