Vidya Mahadevaiah at Kappa-Chino was among the many vendors filling Kings Park for the first local Rotary market in six months. Photos: Supplied.
After a six-month closure, a beloved weekend outing has made a grand return.
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While the Rotary Club of Seymour had historically hosted its markets at Chittick Park, a change of pace, and place, has come with its reopening.
Sunday, September 21, marked the resumption of the market and months of planning led to its ultimate success.
“Planning for the reopening of the market began shortly after the market at Chittick Park closed,” Rotarian Jane Challis said.
“Many committee meetings, and sharing ideas within the club as to how to make the new market successful and sustainable, were involved.
“Connection with vendors and advertising for new vendors, advertising on social media, new signage and liaising with Rotary partners, including the Mitchell Shire, was ongoing.”
The move to Kings Park, a much larger space for the event, has outlined the possibilities for the Rotary market, with Ms Challis saying it offered “plenty of opportunity and room to grow in the future”.
With inside and outside sites for vendors, the new location has proven to be a more sustainable spot for the event.
A number of food vans filled the new space.
“The location is more visible with excellent facilities and parking,” Ms Challis said.
“The park has a wonderful ambience with a children’s playground, gardens and shady trees.
“The feedback from the vendors was very positive and the Rotarians and friends banded together to make it successful.”
With a gold coin donation requested upon entry, the market offered the opportunity to raise funds for the club and its partners.
The Seymour Choir provided entertainment for the day and raised $840 to go into its organisation.
Ms Challis said the day was made possible by Rotarian Mark Dossor, who ran the market; John Keefe, who was dedicated to liaising with Rotary partners; and the vendors and community members who supported the event.
“The Rotary Club of Seymour wanted the market to continue because it is something the whole community can enjoy and get involved in,” Ms Challis said.
“It allows vendors and organisations the opportunity to display and sell their goods and to interact with the community.
“It’s a great opportunity for families and friends to socialise and enjoy a different shopping experience.”
The club welcomes any interested community groups to get involved by manning the gates and collecting gold coin donations.
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