Average revenue by village size.
| Village | Annual revenue | Annual profit | Hours / week (team) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 homes | $5,250 | $1,050 | 3 hrs / week |
| 200 homes | $10,500 | $2,100 | 4 hrs / week |
| 300 homes | $15,750 | $3,150 | 4–5 hrs / week |
Figures assume a programme of 8 events per year, ~$1,800 average ticket and catering revenue per event, 20% blended margin.
Benefits to the village.
Anchors residents to the village. Events are the strongest predictor of long-term retention.
Reduces social isolation; events create the conditions for friendships.
Marketing magnet. Prospective buyers visit during open events and feel the community.
Drives every other revenue initiative — raffles, F&B, advertising, sponsorship all flow through events.
Setup actions.
Form an events sub-committee
3–5 members. Plan the year's calendar across 8–10 events with seasonal anchors and themed cultural nights.
Confirm public liability insurance
Most existing association policies cover events organised by the association — check with your insurer.
Take out an APRA AMCOS Community Music Group licence
~$340/year. Covers recorded and live music across every event.
Run residents-and-guests with BYO drinks
Avoids liquor licensing. If you want to sell alcohol, apply for a Community Liquor Permit at least 21 days ahead.
Set ticket prices to cover catering plus a 20% buffer
Pre-sale gives you the headcount and the cash before the night.
Sell tickets via BillabongLife with Square
Pre-sale gives you the headcount and the cash before the night.
Operating model.
Where BillabongLife fits.
Pre-sold ticketing, automated event marketing, volunteer rostering.
Ticketing pre-sells events with Square — revenue and headcount locked in before the night. Marketing automation reminds residents about upcoming events. Volunteer rostering keeps the event crew on the right night. BillabongTV runs the on-screen promo.