#trEATS Application Form 2024

Form assistance

If you require any assistance with registration, please contact:

Lauren Owen Event Support Officer

(07) 4688 6661 | info@tcof.com.au

Applications close 12 July 2024 at 5pm

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Application information

What is #trEATS?

Toowoomba Region eats (#trEATS) was introduced for Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers in 2020 to encourage residents and visitors to share some love with local eateries, during a particularly challenging time for many of our local businesses. #trEATS provided a boost in business for participating eateries, and proved so popular that it’s now become part of our annual program! For local and visitors, it’s an exciting opportunity to discover Toowoomba’s foodie scene; for local businesses, it’s all about getting some of those Carnival customers through your door!

What's involved?

All you have to do is create an exclusive special (something new and delish!) and sell it during the 2024 Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers period (13 Sept to 7 Oct 2024).

Send in your application form with some Instagram-worthy photos and we’ll market your dish (and your venue) for FREE!

What does my business get?

Our #trEATS campaign is promoted on the official Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers website and social media accounts, as well as in our official program. A dedicated #trEATS menu is available all throughout Carnival from our “Info Hub” information kiosks in Laurel Bank Park and Queens Park Botanic Gardens, as well as the Toowoomba Visitor Information Centre.

We’ll also provide you with:

a customised A3 poster for your storefront showcasing your tasty #trEATS dish
social media graphics
printed #trEATS menus for your venue

What does it cost?

Nothing! And we mean that – this is a 100% FREE marketing opportunity for eateries in the Toowoomba region.

We love local businesses, we love food, and we love promoting the Toowoomba Region to visitors! It’s a win/win/win if you ask us!

Eligibility criteria

What should our #trEATS be?

We can’t wait to see what culinary sensations our local cafes, restaurants and bars create this year. Your #trEATS item can be a breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert…..a platter, combo or even a cocktail. Bonus points if it features local produce!

The only guidelines are that your special must be:

New – brand spanking and not available on your existing menu
Exclusive – only be available during the campaign period (13 Sept to 7 Oct 2024)
Fresh – made in-house at your business
Price - Between $10 - $20 (must be whole dollars – i.e. $14, not $13.50)
A complete dish, platter or similar (exceptions apply to limited menu businesses i.e. cocktail bars, dessert bars).

What is the entry criteria for businesses?

Eligible businesses must meet the following criteria:

Be an existing, locally owned business
Have a shopfront in the Toowoomba Regional Council area
Open for a minimum of four days a week

Confirmation of eligibility

I confirm that the business and #trEATS menu item meet the above eligibility criteria.
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Business Information

Business Name *

Street address *

City *

State *

Postcode *

Business Phone *

Email *

Business Opening Days/Hours *

Contact Name *

Contact Phone

Menu Details

Please provide a brief description of your signature #trEATS item *Max. 30 words, please use descriptive language and emphasise main flavours and ingredients.

#trEATS price **all items must be whole dollars

What 'other' dietary options are you able to provide?

#trEATS images

We’ll be showcasing the entire #trEATS menu on the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers website. Please submit 1-5 photos with your application, ensuring they adhere to the following guidelines:

Your photos must be original, taken of your meal prepared at your business. Stock photos will not be accepted.
Your photos must be high resolution. Using a smart phone is fine but avoid using the zoom; move your camera closer instead.
Only show your #trEATS item and any inclusions (don’t add extra items or props to the photo that aren’t included in the purchase price).
White/neutral crockery and background are preferable; don’t add utensils.
Show the whole plate.
Try shooting from above – almost every food looks great from this angle.
Burgers can be shot front-on to show those delicious fillings.
We will crop/retouch your images where required to make them really pop.

We will use your photos for different purposes - online and in print. This often means that different orientations or aspects are needed, so send us a few different shots!

Please provide an image of your #trEATS item *

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*applications will not be accepted without an image attached. If you have issues with upload, please email image to info@tcof.com.au

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I make the following acknowledgements:

- I have uploaded at least one original photo of my #trEATS item with this application using the uploader above, based on the campaign guidelines.
- I acknowledge that these photos may be used to promote current and future #trEATS campaigns

#trEATS Application Form 2024

Declaration

I understand and acknowledge that:

The information provided in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.
Council may refuse this application if it becomes evident that any information or supporting documents provided are incomplete or false.
I approve of the information that has been provided in this application.
I acknowledge Queensland State Laws will accept this communication as containing my signature within the meaning of the Electronic Transactions (Queensland) Act 2001.

Signature

I agree with the declaration and privacy statement *

Full Name

Date

Form process

Once you click 'Submit', you will receive an automatic confirmation of your registration.

Further information and contacts

If you have any questions about participation in the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers #trEATS program, please contact the TCOF office on 07 4688 6661 or email info@tcof.com.au

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