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Question Details: I'm an arts student and I did a performance work in a public garden but was removed after 25 minutes. The work was not offensive, political or a protest in any way. The work was not damaging the gardens and did not restrict the use of the gardens to other members of the public. I am a member of the public so don't I have a right to use public land as long as I am not damaging it or offending other members of the public?
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Community Law Wellington & Hutt Valley
To perform in certain public areas, including parks, you often need to apply for a licence or other written permission from your local council. This is regardless of the form and content of the performance (although there may be extra restrictions depending on the type of act you are intending to perform). A licence can also be required even if you do not intend to perform for money or busk.
Your local council's website should have information about how to apply for a licence. Click here to read Wellington information: www.wellington.govt.nz
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