Love Local Expo - Exhibitor

All exhibitors businesses must be based within the Porirua City boundaries.

• A 3x3m or 6x3m space in the exhibition, with power outlet, table, chairs and exhibition shell will be provided by Te Rauparaha Arena.
• Truck, caravans & trailers will be parked in the back carpark of the venue. No Truck, caravans & trailers can be driven or parked inside Te Rauparaha Arena
• All exhibitors must sign in on pack in day.
• Exhibitors must provide their own Hi Vis vest or top and it must be worn during set up and pack down. Closed toe shoes are also recommended for pack in and out times.
• Exhibitors must have staff present for the duration of public opening hours.
• Electrical appliances must have a current tag test label attached.
• All exhibitors are responsible for operating a safe place of trade and complying with all relevant legislation.
• All AV/displays/activities/giveaways are at the exhibitors’ own expense.
• Exhibitors are not able to go outside of the space booked within the Expo. If you require more space this will need to be approved by the Events Co-ordinator.
• All Exhibitors and attendees are required to maintain physical distancing requirements and practices as advised by the NZ COVID Protection Framework at the time of the event.
• Acceptance of any booth application is not guaranteed. We reserve the right to accept or decline any booth application.
• All exhibitors must keep the front of their booths free from rubbish at all times.
• TRA has preferred suppliers to work in the venue for lighting, sound and equipment hire. Please discuss these options with the Events Co-ordinator.
• Fire exits must be kept clear at all times.
• Photos may be taken during the event and used in Porirua City Council marketing. If you do not wish to be in any photos, please advise this in your Exhibitor Application Form.
• As an exhibitor at the Love Local Expo you will be signed up to the Porirua City Council Love Local database

Commercial food stalls must obtain and have with them on the day, a current Food Registration/Licence from Porirua City Council, or a copy of a current Food Registration from another local authority.

• Healthy food options are encouraged at the Expo.
• Food stall holders are responsible for cleaning their complete site and removing any waste and debris from the site.
• Food Trucks must comply with all legal requirements relating to gas bottles, generators and electrical warrants of fitness that apply to trucks, caravans and cooking equipment (we undertake inspections on-site). If you intend using any of the above, you will need to confirm these details on the application form. All electrical leads must be protected by a residual current device, whether connected to the mains or to a generator.
• All generators used with Food Trucks must be sited in such a way as to prevent fumes or noise from affecting either your workers, the public or the event. Noisy generators will not be allowed on site and must not exceed 60dB.
• Food stalls within the venue must discuss power requirements with the Events Co-ordinator prior to the Expo. No cooking is permitted inside the venue unless by prior arrangement.
• In the interests of public safety, Food Trucks must not leave the site (even if sold out) or move a vehicle without permission from the event controllers on the day.

Locally crafted and New Zealand made products only

The Expo will go ahead wet or fine. Exhibitors are required to notify the Expo Event Coordinator in writing of any cancellation of their application by Cancellations are required by Monday 11 July or a cancellation fee may apply.

• All exhibitors must set up within the allocated times and be ready to go by 9.30am on Saturday 30 July.
• During set up and pack down times, Hi-Vis and covered shoes must be worn.  Each exhibitor is responsible for providing their own Hi-Vis vest or top.
• Exhibitors are responsible for cleaning their site and removing any waste and debris.
• Booth items may not be stored at the venue and must be removed on Saturday 30 July, unless arranged with the Events Coordinator.
• No exhibition items may be delivered before Thursday 28 July. We have limited storage space at the Arena.
• Exhibitors may not pack down before 4pm on Saturday 30 July – no exceptions.