In Brisbane Aust,

City made a big fuss about being some sort of "City of Buskers" crap during 1988 EXPO, but...

City Mall:

Audition - conducted only about 4 times year. Tried playing Low Whistle at about 7:30-8am -ish (my slot) in middle of winter (fingers didn't actually break off!) - tall buildings keep mall in shadow - also no idea (especially from watching successful applicants) - what goddam standards are appplied by peole with unknown qualifications to judge...

If successful, they charge a hefty fee, plus a hefty fee per week/month - and you can buy a permit in advance for months....

No Flames, no Sharp thingies, no amplification, no loud noise, no talent (sorry), - have to compete with permanent Musak, etc.

One blind guy complete with orange sunnies and guide dog has played his Sax for many years - the Council cancelled his permit and kicked him out - there was public outrage on TV and papers - they let him back.

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South Bank Parklands - buggered if I know, they ask you to leave a message and then never ring you back.

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Valley Mall.

most of connupitions of City Mall, but they charge less - also less possibility of income due to clientele...

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Some buskers seem to make a go of it - without permits - in some of the tunnels near the Central Railway Station. Interesting acoustics in the tunnels.

There are other places around, but I have no real details, some markets even pay performers - the Valley Mall Market does on occassions.

Positives: Generally good weather though...

Robin