Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2022L00636:body:0:p61
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2022L00636
Segment Type: other
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Character Range: 170959–173896

* Risk is managed to ensure the health and safety of visitors and staff and the protection of the ANBG's valuable assets
    * Excellence and innovation are displayed in the design and delivery of future developments

        1.        Commercial operations

Background
Commercial activities can increase the range and quality of visitor services and experiences, attract visitors who may not otherwise come to the ANBG, and raise revenue to support management of the ANBG.
Under ss 354 and 354A of the EPBC Act, commercial activities can only be carried on in accordance with a management plan. Section 358(2) of the EPBC Act allows the Director of National Parks to grant a lease or licence relating to land in a Commonwealth reserve provided it is in accordance with a management plan.
At the time of preparing this plan a range of commercial activities are carried out on site. The café, bookshop and day spa operate under lease agreements with the Director of National Parks. Opportunities may arise to increase the number and range of appropriate commercial activities.
During the life of this plan it may be appropriate to consider granting leases and licences of land for other purposes, such as to new and emerging business enterprises or to utility providers (for areas of land containing cables and pipes for electricity, gas, water or communication services). It may also be appropriate to issue leases for short-term, exclusive use of an area (e.g. for commercial events).

Aim
    * Encourage appropriate commercial operations that enhance visitor experiences and promote ANBG values.

Issues
    * We need to ensure that commercial activities operate in ways that protect and enhance ANBG values through considering such factors as appropriate standards, improved infrastructure, service vehicle access, waste management and after-hours security.
    * Attracting more visitors and increasing use of the ANBG throughout the year, including during the winter months, could help increase the viability of commercial operations.

What we are going to do

Policies
4.1.1       Subject to the other policies in this section, commercial activities may be carried on in accordance with a lease, licence or permit issued by the Director of National Parks.
4.1.2       Commercial leases or licences for land in the ANBG for commercial activities may be granted in accordance with Section 4.1, Commercial operations.
4.1.3       The ANBG will work with commercial operators to ensure high levels of customer service and facilitate opportunities for joint activities and cross-promotion.
4.1.4       Proposals for commercial activities will be encouraged where they directly contribute to the ANBG's goals. Proposals for new commercial activities will be considered and assessed having regard to:
      the activity's consistency with the maintenance of ANBG values and protection of ANBG assets
      benefits to the ANBG and its