In late January 2025, the ACT Government announced that they are conducting a competitive tender process for the future operation of the Former Transport Depot, home to our Old Bus Depot Markets for the past 30 years.
Please rest assured, we are working with the ACT Government and are submitting a proposal in line with the requirements they have outlined, and we are hopeful to continue our operation of the markets on Sundays throughout the year.
In short:
- YES, we will be re-applying for this tender so that Old Bus Depot Markets can continue to operate
- YES, we care about our stallholders, their livelihood and supporting local, artisan businesses
- YES, we care about the Old Bus Depot Markets community that we have developed over the past 30 years
- YES, we would like to hear from you in support of our tender application!
How can you help?
We welcome all written support for the market that you can send our way, and we will endeavour to utilise feedback, commentary and case studies in our upcoming submission to ensure the future of the Old Bus Depot Markets. We may also use this support to encourage further media coverage to tell the markets’ story.
Please provide your written support via the form below, or alternatively send your support and any questions you may have direct to the Markets’ Manager, Richardv@obdm.com.au by 5.00pm Friday 28 February.