Australia's Most Comprehensive Public BBQ Directory Since 2009
Meat in a Park began its journey in 2009 as an innovative entry to a government hackathon in Canberra. Using open data provided by the ACT Government about BBQ facilities in the nation's capital, we created the first digital directory dedicated to helping people find public barbecues. This project demonstrated the power of government open data initiatives and their potential to create meaningful community resources. What started as a local project for Canberra quickly captured the imagination of BBQ enthusiasts across the country.
Recognizing the universal appeal of a good barbie and the need for this information nationwide, we rapidly expanded our coverage by accessing publicly available open data from federal, state, territory, and local government sources. Using data portals maintained by agencies across all levels of government, we built Australia's most comprehensive resource for locating public BBQ facilities from Bondi Beach to Broome, from Darwin to Hobart.
The Beginning: Launched as a hackathon entry using publicly available data from the ACT Government, creating the first dedicated directory for public BBQ locations.
National Expansion: Extended coverage beyond Canberra to include BBQ locations across all Australian states and territories, becoming a truly national resource.
YouTube Channel Launch: Started creating video content including BBQ location reviews, practical how-to guides, and entertaining content celebrating Australia's public BBQ culture. Our videos help people discover hidden gems and make the most of their BBQ experiences.
Continuing Growth: Constantly updating our database, creating new content, and helping thousands of Australians find their perfect BBQ spot every month.
We're dedicated to preserving and promoting Australia's unique public BBQ culture. Our mission is to ensure that everyone – locals and visitors alike – can easily find and enjoy these fantastic free community facilities. We believe that public BBQs bring people together, create lasting memories, and are an essential part of the Australian lifestyle.
Our YouTube channel features location reviews, how-to guides, and entertaining BBQ adventures, bringing the locations to life before you visit.
Each location includes interactive maps, street views, photos, facility details, and community reviews to help you choose the perfect spot.
Users contribute new locations, photos, reviews, and updates, keeping our database current and comprehensive for everyone's benefit.
Over 6,000 meticulously catalogued public BBQ locations across Australia, from beachfront spots to suburban parks and everything in between.
Since 2021, we've been creating engaging video content to complement our website. Our YouTube channel features:
Subscribe to our channel to discover new locations and get the most out of your public BBQ experiences.
Meat in a Park is proudly owned and maintained by WebbyAppy, a boutique web development agency passionate about creating useful digital resources for the Australian community. We combine technical expertise with a genuine love for Australia's outdoor lifestyle to deliver a service that makes a real difference in people's lives.
Our team is committed to continuous improvement, regularly updating the site with new features, locations, and content based on user feedback and technological advances. We're always exploring new ways to make finding and enjoying public BBQs even easier.
Public BBQs are more than just cooking facilities – they're an integral part of Australian culture and community life:
We love hearing from our community! Whether you've discovered a new BBQ location, have suggestions for improvements, or just want to share your BBQ story, we're all ears.
Meat in a Park exists thanks to publicly available open data provided by government agencies across Australia. We acknowledge and thank all levels of government for their commitment to transparency and for maintaining these valuable public BBQ facilities for the community.
Data about BBQ facilities in local government areas comes from publicly available sources including council websites, open data portals, and community contributions. We acknowledge the hundreds of local councils across Australia who maintain these public BBQ facilities for their communities.
Most importantly, we thank our amazing community of users who contribute new locations, photos, reviews, and updates to keep this resource current and comprehensive. Your contributions ensure that everyone can discover and enjoy Australia's fantastic public BBQ facilities.