Festival feedback Results

• Over 95% support continuing the festival in 2027.
• Preference to keep the current one-day format, though some interest exists in expansion.
• More entertainment is desired.
• Continued paid entry model preferred to sustain community reinvestment.
• Gala dinner has moderate interest.
• Volunteer engagement—especially leadership—needs strengthening.

96.55% of respondents support the festival continuing in 2027:

• 72.41% said yes – in its current format.
• 24.14% said yes – but with changes.
• 3.45% were unsure, and 0% opposed it.
  
  

Key takeaway: There is overwhelming community support for continuing the festival, though around a quarter would like some changes.

• 62.07% prefer to keep it as a single-day festival (as it is now).
• 14.94% want a two-day event (Sunday and Monday public holiday).
• 6.90% prefer a 1.5-day event (Sunday evening and Monday).
• 16.09% like the idea of an evening-only event with fireworks.
  
  

Key takeaway: Most attendees favour the existing one-day format, but there is some interest in expanding the event.

• 33.33% would attend a ticketed black-tie Gala Dinner fundraiser.
• 37.93% said no.
• 28.74% were unsure.
  
  

Key takeaway: A gala dinner has moderate interest; it could work as an optional event but may not attract everyone.

• 64.37% want more entertainment at the 2027 festival.
• 35.63% are content with the current offering.
  
  

Key takeaway: Increasing the range and quality of entertainment could enhance community satisfaction.

• 35.63% estimated total costs at $90,000–$100,000 (CORRECT)
• 25.29% said $80,000–$90,000.
• 19.54% said $70,000–$80,000.
• 18.39% said $60,000–$70,000.
  
  

Key takeaway: Most respondents have a fair understanding of festival costs, but nearly two thirds underestimated the cost of running the event. 

• 49.43% want a mix of both funding approaches (grants plus a major project).
• 44.83% want to keep the current grant system.
• 5.75% prefer one major community project.
  
  

Key takeaway: The community favours a balanced approach—maintaining grants while also supporting larger community projects.

• 87.36% prefer paid entry so that profits can go back to the community.
• 12.64% want free entry with pay-per-use activities.
  
  

Key takeaway: The majority value maintaining a paid-entry model to sustain community funding.

• 21.84% said yes, they would help.
• 45.98% said no.
• 32.18% said maybe.
  
  

Among 30 respondents who indicated interest in volunteering:

• 43.33% would join as general committee members.
• 30.00% would help with setup or pack-down.
• 26.67% would run a stall.
• 0% were interested in executive roles.
  
  

Key takeaway: There is good interest in operational and general roles, but leadership participation is limited.

• Shade and comfort are the most common improvement areas.
• Accessibility — particularly transport and wheelchair access — needs more attention.
• Community identity remains a core strength, with respondents valuing the festival’s authenticity.
• Event expansion should be considered carefully to avoid overstretching volunteers or reducing community grant returns.
• Goodwill toward organisers is strong, with many expressing thanks and encouragement.