Love Local, Dine Local

After an overwhelming response to our last campaign, Love Local, Dine Local is back — this time, with a mid-week focus.

On Wednesdays from 2 July*, Hobsons Bay City Council is offering a $50 rebate to diners who spend $100 or more on food in a single dine-in transaction at local venues.

This campaign continues our commitment to supporting local hospitality businesses through winter and encouraging residents and visitors to enjoy what Hobsons Bay has to offer — even in the cooler months.

Free winter parking – all of July & August!

To make dining out even easier this winter, metered parking will be free across Hobsons Bay from 2 July to 31 August 2025. Please note, time restrictions still apply.

Want to park free all year around?  Hobsons Bay residents can apply for a ticket machine permit here.

What’s new this round

• Rebate is available for dine-in transactions on Wednesdays only
• There are 1400 claims available
• Limited rebates available, so plan ahead!

How it works

1. Dine in at an eligible Hobsons Bay venue on a Wednesday from 2 July
2. Spend $100 or more on food (excluding drinks)
3. Keep your itemised receipt and submit your claim online
4. Receive a $50 rebate direct to your bank account
5. One rebate per person for the duration of the campaign -if dining in a group, only one submission/receipt is permitted

Who can claim

You can claim whether you live locally or are just visiting. You simply need to be 18 years or older at the time of the claim.

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Local Hobsons Bay venues