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Expression of Interest - Licence and Operation of Crofters Cottage Café – Centennial Parklands, Watsons Drive, Glen Innes
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Expressions of Interest: Licence and Operation of Crofters Cottage Café – Centennial Parklands
Summary Council is excited to invite submissions from qualified and experienced applicants for the licence and operation of Crofters Cottage Café, located within the vibrant Centennial Parklands, Watsons Drive, Glen Innes. Since opening in 2001, Crofters Cottage has been a popular cultural hub, offering a unique blend of Celtic-inspired events, food, and local products, alongside café classics.
Housed in a charming replica “taigh-dubh” or “black house,” Crofters Cottage features a fully equipped commercial kitchen, seating for approximately 30 people indoors, and an outdoor area with space for 16-20 more. The successful applicant will have the exciting opportunity to create a welcoming environment, bringing fresh ideas to life while maintaining the café’s beloved atmosphere. The applicant will be responsible for providing furniture and any additional kitchen fit-out.
Council's preference is for a food business, such as a coffee shop, restaurant, or cafeteria. Other uses may be considered on merit.
Applicants are required to:
Meet food safety standards
Maintain public liability insurance
Comply with all conditions and specifications outlined in the licence agreement
Demonstrate experience in managing a similar business
Present a sustainable business model
In addition to Crofters Cottage, Centennial Parklands is home to:
The Australian Standing Stones
The Australian Celtic Festival
The Glen Innes Weekly Park Run
The Glen Innes Highlands Skywalk
Centennial Parklands’ New Amenities, Playground, and Outdoor Area
To view the complete proposal, including detailed mandatory and evaluation criteria and to submit your Expression of Interest, please click here.
Please note: registration with TenderLink is required to view the proposal if you are not already registered.
Submissions will close at 3 PM on 27 January 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing community space!
Expressions of Interest: Licence and Operation of Crofters Cottage Café – Centennial Parklands
Summary Council is excited to invite submissions from qualified and experienced applicants for the licence and operation of Crofters Cottage Café, located within the vibrant Centennial Parklands, Watsons Drive, Glen Innes. Since opening in 2001, Crofters Cottage has been a popular cultural hub, offering a unique blend of Celtic-inspired events, food, and local products, alongside café classics.
Housed in a charming replica “taigh-dubh” or “black house,” Crofters Cottage features a fully equipped commercial kitchen, seating for approximately 30 people indoors, and an outdoor area with space for 16-20 more. The successful applicant will have the exciting opportunity to create a welcoming environment, bringing fresh ideas to life while maintaining the café’s beloved atmosphere. The applicant will be responsible for providing furniture and any additional kitchen fit-out.
Council's preference is for a food business, such as a coffee shop, restaurant, or cafeteria. Other uses may be considered on merit.
Applicants are required to:
Meet food safety standards
Maintain public liability insurance
Comply with all conditions and specifications outlined in the licence agreement
Demonstrate experience in managing a similar business
Present a sustainable business model
In addition to Crofters Cottage, Centennial Parklands is home to:
The Australian Standing Stones
The Australian Celtic Festival
The Glen Innes Weekly Park Run
The Glen Innes Highlands Skywalk
Centennial Parklands’ New Amenities, Playground, and Outdoor Area
To view the complete proposal, including detailed mandatory and evaluation criteria and to submit your Expression of Interest, please click here.
Please note: registration with TenderLink is required to view the proposal if you are not already registered.
Submissions will close at 3 PM on 27 January 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing community space!
Expression of Interest - Licence and Operation of Crofters Cottage Café – Centennial Parklands, Watsons Drive, Glen Innes is currently at this stage
Submissions open for the Licence and Operation of Crofters Cottage Cafe Centennial Parklands, Watsons Drive, Glen Innes.
27 January 2025
this is an upcoming stage for Expression of Interest - Licence and Operation of Crofters Cottage Café – Centennial Parklands, Watsons Drive, Glen Innes
