A busker is a person who entertains in a public place for donations. Buskers are subject to the following conditions:

1. Permission must be obtained from the business proprietor to where the busker is performing.
2. Any instruments/gear must not inhibit pedestrians using the public footpath.
3. The busker is to operate in a manner that does not contravene the following Whakatāne District Council Consolidated Bylaw 2007 - Public Places:
   Except with the prior permission of the Council or an authorised officer, and in accordance with any conditions that may be required, a person shall not:
   • Create a public nuisance by singing, busking, or playing a musical instrument.
   • Create a public nuisance by using any loud speaker or other broadcast system or similar device.

Busking application form - (PDF, 205 KB)