Perplexity Research Prompts — April 2026

Research prompts for Perplexity deep research, generated from the wiki content audit of 14 April 2026. Each prompt targets a specific knowledge gap not already covered by existing Perplexity research in the wiki.

Note: The original audit identified 10 research areas. After cross-referencing against existing source pages, 6 were already fully covered by ingested Perplexity reports. Those have been removed. The 4 prompts below target genuinely new questions only.

Already Researched (no new prompts needed)

Topic	Covered By
Victorian Liquor Licensing	VGCCC Licence Variation Research
Insurance for Hospitality Venues	Insurance Crisis Research
Food Premises & Planning Regulations	Food Premises Registration Research
Government Grants & Funding	Grants Report April 2026
Hospitality Industry Benchmarks	Pride Venue Benchmarks Research + Venue Revenue Optimisation Research
Accessibility Compliance	Accessibility Obligations Research

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1. Co-operative Conversion — Deep Dive (PRIORITY: HIGH)

Perplexity focus: Web | Reason: Legal/regulatory/tax content lives on government sites (ATO, ASIC, Victorian registrar, legislation databases), law firm publications, and co-operative peak body sites (BCCM, Co-operatives Australia). Academic adds nothing here — the CNL is too niche for journal coverage.

Wiki pages this feeds into: Co-operative Conversion Pathway, Corporate Structure Reform, Community-Owned Venue Economics

What’s already in the wiki: Pty Ltd Share Issue Compliance Research covers the s 113 breach, restructuring options, and Victorian CNL process at a high level. Shareholder Re-engagement Research references Australian co-op precedents (Bendigo, Hepburn, Enova).

What’s missing — focus the research here:

I need a detailed deep dive into converting a proprietary limited company (Pty Ltd) to a distributing co-operative under the Co-operatives National Law (Victoria). I already have high-level information about the pathway and precedents. I need specifics on three areas:

1. Tax treatment of co-operatives vs Pty Ltd in Australia:

• Company tax rate for distributing co-operatives — is it the same 25% small business rate?
• How are member dividends/patronage rebates treated for tax? Are they franked?
• GST implications — any differences from Pty Ltd treatment?
• FBT implications for employee/member benefits?
• Are there any specific tax concessions available to co-operatives in Australia?

2. Equity crowdfunding (CSF) compatibility with co-operatives:

• Can a distributing co-operative use Birchal or other CSF platforms under the Corporations Act crowd-sourced funding regime?
• If not, what are the alternative capital-raising mechanisms for co-operatives? (Community shares, member loans, debentures?)
• Are there any examples of Australian co-operatives that have successfully raised capital from a broad member base (200+ members)?

3. Hospitality-specific co-operative case studies in Australia:

• Are there any pubs, bars, clubs, or entertainment venues operating as co-operatives in Australia?
• If not in hospitality, what are the closest analogues? (Community-owned shops, sporting clubs, social enterprises?)
• What are the governance challenges specific to entertainment/hospitality co-operatives? (e.g. liquor licensing with co-op structure, volunteer/member labour, patron-member conflicts)

Context: This is for a 200-shareholder Pty Ltd entertainment venue in Melbourne that needs to convert to resolve a s 113 Corporations Act breach. The conversion enables future capital raises. Australian sources and legislation only.

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2. Melbourne LGBTQ+ Venue Landscape — Current State (PRIORITY: MEDIUM)

Perplexity focus: Social + Web | Reason: Run Social first — current venue status, closures, new queer nights, and western suburbs activity live on Instagram, Facebook event pages, Reddit (r/melbourne, r/lgbtaustralia), and community forums. Then run Web — venue capacity, ownership models, and market positioning are covered by Broadsheet, Time Out, Beat Magazine, Star Observer, and venue websites. Social captures what’s happening now; Web captures the structured details.

Wiki pages this feeds into: Competitor Landscape, Brand Positioning, POOF-DOOF

What’s already in the wiki: Competitor Benchmarks covers 11 venues with operational data. LGBTQ Venue Expansion Research covers Fitzroy/Collingwood and Frankston feasibility. Footscray Night-Time Economy Research covers Footscray venue landscape.

What’s missing — focus the research here:

I need a current-state map of the LGBTQ+ entertainment landscape in Melbourne as of April 2026. I already have detailed profiles of ~11 individual venues and a Footscray-specific analysis. I need:

1. Comprehensive venue inventory organised by geography:

• For each of: CBD, Fitzroy/Collingwood, South Yarra/Prahran, St Kilda, and western/northern suburbs
• List every venue with regular LGBTQ+ programming (not just dedicated queer venues — include allied/mixed venues with queer nights)
• For each: name, location, approximate capacity, operating days, primary programming, price range

2. Western suburbs LGBTQ+ landscape specifically:

• Beyond Footscray — are there any LGBTQ+ events, pop-ups, or venues operating in Sunshine, Yarraville, Williamstown, Werribee, or other western suburbs?
• What is the LGBTQ+ population estimate for Melbourne’s western suburbs?
• Are there any community groups or organisations running queer events in the west?

3. Recent changes (January 2025 – April 2026):

• Any venue openings, closures, or significant programming changes in the past 18 months?
• Has the post-COVID recovery continued or stalled for Melbourne’s queer nightlife?
• Any notable venue ownership changes or crowdfunding campaigns?

Context: This is for positioning strategy for a 200-capacity LGBTQ+ venue in Footscray (western Melbourne). The venue is the only dedicated queer space in the western suburbs. Australian sources only, focus on Melbourne.

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3. Footscray Development Pipeline — Specific Data (PRIORITY: MEDIUM)

Perplexity focus: Web | Reason: Development applications, population projections, and council strategy documents live on government sources (Maribyrnong Council planning portal, .id consulting/profile.id.com.au, ABS, DELWP). This is structured data from official databases — social and academic won’t surface it.

Wiki pages this feeds into: Footscray Development Pipeline, Footscray Night-Time Economy

What’s already in the wiki: Footscray Night-Time Economy Research covers structural trends, crime data, council programs, and recovery strategies at a macro level.

What’s missing — focus the research here:

I need specific, current data about development and demographic change in Footscray (Maribyrnong LGA), Melbourne. I already have a macro-level analysis of the night-time economy. I need:

1. Specific development applications near Hopkins Street, Footscray:

• What major residential or mixed-use developments have been approved, are under construction, or are currently in planning (2024–2026)?
• Specifically interested in projects within 500m of 86-88 Hopkins Street (the venue address)
• What is the expected population increase from these developments?

2. Population projections for Maribyrnong LGA:

• Current population (2025/2026 census or estimate)
• Projected population for 2030 and 2036
• Age demographic breakdown — specifically the 18–40 cohort
• Source: .id consulting (profile.id.com.au) or ABS projections

3. Maribyrnong City Council NTE strategy:

• Does the council have a formal night-time economy strategy or advisory panel?
• What specific programs or grants does the council offer for entertainment venues?
• Has the council taken any public position on supporting or restricting late-night venues in Footscray?

Context: This is for long-term business planning for an entertainment venue on Hopkins Street, Footscray. Population growth near the venue directly affects the addressable customer base. Australian sources only.

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4. Touring Drag and Cabaret Act Economics (PRIORITY: LOW)

Perplexity focus: Social + Web | Reason: Run Social first — performer fees, booking norms, and door-split arrangements are discussed peer-to-peer on Reddit (r/drag, r/rpdrdownunder), Facebook promoter groups, and performer social media. Rate cards aren’t formally published. Then run Web — agency websites (e.g. Select Music, Frontier Touring, Melbourne talent agencies), Moshtix/Eventbrite ticket price data, and entertainment news (Pedestrian, Junkee, Star Observer) fill in the touring act logistics and published pricing.

Wiki pages this feeds into: Event Pricing Benchmarks, Performer Scheduling Strategy

What’s already in the wiki: Venue Revenue Optimisation Research covers 6-tier pricing models and general performer fee structures. Pride Venue Benchmarks Research references performer fees and per-event revenue ceilings.

What’s missing — focus the research here:

I need specific booking economics for touring drag and cabaret acts in Australia. I already have general event pricing and revenue optimisation data for a 200-capacity Melbourne venue. I need:

1. Drag Race alumni booking fees in Australia (2024–2026):

• What do RuPaul’s Drag Race alumni typically charge for a single Australian tour date?
• Price ranges by profile tier: Drag Race Down Under alumni, mid-season US/UK alumni, recent winners/fan favourites
• Are these typically flat fees or door splits? What percentage splits are common?
• Do fees include or exclude flights, accommodation, and rider costs?

2. Australian booking agencies for drag/cabaret:

• Which agencies represent touring drag and cabaret acts in Australia?
• Do venues typically book direct, through agencies, or through promoter partnerships?
• What commission structures do agencies charge?

3. Melbourne local drag and cabaret performer rate card:

• What do established Melbourne drag performers charge for a single show at a 200-capacity venue?
• What is a typical fee for a weekly or monthly residency?
• What are the standard inclusions? (Sound, lighting, backing tracks, costume changes, meet-and-greet)

4. Venue economics for hosting touring acts:

• For a 200-capacity venue charging $30–$45 per ticket, what is the typical financial outcome of hosting a mid-tier touring drag act?
• What are the additional costs beyond the performer fee? (Tech rider, accommodation, local transport, marketing, staffing uplift)
• At what ticket price / capacity utilisation does a touring act show break even for a venue this size?

Context: A 200-capacity LGBTQ+ venue in Melbourne that currently books local performers at $300–$2,000 per show. Exploring whether touring acts could serve as revenue-driving anchor events. Australian market data preferred.

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Total prompts: 4 (reduced from 10 after removing 6 already-researched topics) Generated: 14 April 2026 For use with: Perplexity deep research (run by Shae, results ingested back into wiki)