Canberra Convention Bureau acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the ACT, the Ngunnawal people. We acknowledge and respect their continuing culture and the contribution they make to the life of this city and this region.
CONTENTS Chief Minister’s Welcome
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Experience Canberra
Official Welcome
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Canberra Precincts
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Explore our Great Southern Land
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Eat and Drink
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Why Canberra?
Events Calendar
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The Meeting Place of Australia
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Indigenous Culture
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Key Industries
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Culture and Experiences
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Knowledge, Culture and Influence
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Canberra Through the Seasons
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Support for Event Organisers
Canberra Region
Canberra Convention Bureau Services 20 THINK CANBERRA
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Meeting in Canberra
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Capacity Table and Maps Capacity Table
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City Map
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Canberra Map
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What’s New in Canberra
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Getting Here
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National Convention Centre Canberra
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Getting Around
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Venues and Accommodation
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Key Information
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Conference Services
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Parliamentary Sitting Dates 2022
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Index 108
Cover: National Museum of Australia Credit: Ben Appleton | Photox - Canberra Photography Services
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CHIEF MINISTER’S WELCOME
CHIEF MINISTER’S WELCOME
Andrew Barr MLA ACT Chief Minister
Canberra enters 2022 with a renewed sense of optimism. The COVID-19 pandemic has delivered its fair share of challenges, not only faced by our city but cities across the country. However, the ACT’s strong health and economic responses – including our world-leading vaccination rates – can give planners and visitors the confidence to converge in Canberra. The nation’s capital continues to have a reputation as one of Australia’s best cities to meet in, thanks to our diverse and dynamic intersection of government, science, education, research, the arts and business. Visitors may find more than they expect in Canberra, with everything from world-leading institutions to award-winning hospitality venues. There is no shortage of things to do in our city – and something to suit every interest or taste. Getting here and getting around has never been easier with a range of transport options, hotels, businesses, dining options and retail precincts to choose from. Canberra Convention Bureau looks forward to working with you to ensure a successful event in the ACT. Canberra has emerged from 2021 stronger together and we look forward to welcoming you to meet in – and explore – our region.
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OFFICIAL WELCOME
OFFICIAL WELCOME
Michael Matthews Chief Executive Officer Canberra Convention Bureau
Canberra is a world city, your capital, and an exciting place to do business. Cutting-edge researchers, Nobel Prize winners, federal politicians, innovative thinkers, artists, media figures and business leaders all call our great city home. It’s this mix of interesting people that makes Canberra a city of knowledge, culture and influence – a city that delegates feel and remember. This 2022 Meeting Planners Guide focuses beyond recovery with confidence that our planned and congestion-free city is the place where domestic planners will bring their business events, offering a controlled return to business activity. Canberra is now more connected than ever through increased air routes around Australia. Our convenient proximity to major population centres makes us the meeting destination of choice. We’re a dynamic city, abundant with prestigious establishments such as the National Museum of Australia, the National Gallery of Australia, and Australian Parliament House. Our national story is held within their walls, making them ideal places to host business events. THINK Canberra and the Research and Learning Institutes Group (RALIG), established by Canberra Convention Bureau, connect your events with these institutions, and the thought leaders who work there. Canberra continues to forge its reputation as Australia’s powerhouse of information and justify its title as the ‘Knowledge Capital’. The city is home to five of Australia’s topranking universities and a range of research centres. You’ll quickly discover that the city is ever evolving. Popular precincts, such as NewActon, Civic, Braddon and Kingston Foreshore buzz with activity. An advantage of holding your event in a well-designed city the size of Canberra is the ease of movement and connectivity. People within Canberra’s business events community take pride in working collaboratively to deliver on your business events outcomes, where planners and delegates can simply achieve more. With the help of the Canberra Convention Bureau team, you can access all of Canberra’s unique offerings to design an event program that will inform, entertain, inspire and impress. Our capital has already returned to the positivity that stems from being a well-managed confident world city, and we look forward to sharing it with you in person.
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National Museum of Australia Credit: Ben Appleton | Photox - Canberra Photography Services
EXPLORE OUR GREAT SOUTHERN LAND
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National Museum of Australia Credit: Ben Appleton | Photox - Canberra Photography Services
EXPLORE OUR GREAT SOUTHERN LAND
A 21st birthday marks a significant milestone; a firm evolution to a new level of maturity. For the National Museum of Australia (NMA), 2022 marks 21 years of the institution preserving and telling the stories of Australia’s social history, as well as our unique and distinctive land, nation, and people.
INSPIRING A MORE SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
It will also see the NMA complete the most significant redevelopment of its galleries to date with the opening of the Great Southern Land gallery.
“The gallery aims to connect visitors to the continent’s rich biodiversity and seasonal rhythms, and in doing so to inspire love, care, and respect towards the natural environments we call home,” says Dr Trinca.
“The Great Southern Land gallery will explore the vast and complex Australian continent, its ancient origins, geological features, unique species, natural forces and the part humans play in the ecosystem. It will feature many objects and digital interactives which take gallery design to new levels,” said NMA director, Dr Mathew Trinca. “When the new gallery opens, visitors will be immersed in the incredible ecological and natural history of the Australian continent and reflect on the role they play in this important and challenging story.” Expected to open in mid-2022, the Great Southern Land gallery will feature interactive and immersive digital experiences, and more than 1,200 objects, many of which have never been displayed before. It was designed by Local Projects, the team behind the National September 11 Memorial and Museum in New York and the renewal of the Hyde Park Barracks in Sydney.
Event set up at National Museum of Australia Credit: National Museum of Australia
The permanent Great Southern Land gallery forms part of the NMA’s transformative Master Plan, announced in late 2018, which will see upgrades to the museum and an extended range of public experiences. AN ENHANCED EVENT EXPERIENCE The Great Southern Land gallery will also create two additional event and meeting spaces, both due to open mid-2022.
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The new permanent gallery will explore Australia’s fundamental deep connections to the land, and its ancient landscapes, fauna, flora, and diverse communities.
The gallery will speak to the stories that showcase a love of the land, custodianship of country and our responsibilities to it. It will optimistically explore how listening to this ancient continent will help us address global environmental challenges, now and into the future, and inspire visitors to rethink their own connection to the land, and the role they can play in preserving it. It’s a fitting addition for Canberra, which was named the world’s most sustainable city in 2021 by UK comparison company Uswitch, and was also the first Australian jurisdiction to be powered by 100 per cent renewable energy, which was achieved back in 2020.
The Gallery Mezzanine will be an open venue next to the Visions Theatre, available for exclusive use and seating up to 200 guests. The space suits a breakout area, exhibition zone, cocktail lounge or dramatic dinner space, immersed amongst the gallery. Adjoining the Theatre will be Visions Landing, an intimate space overlooking Lake Burley Griffin through floor to ceiling windows. The venue seats up to 40 guests and suits a breakout area, bar space or dinner spot for smaller groups. The Great Southern Land gallery will diversify the institution’s already memorable functions offering, providing new ways for planners to create unique and memorable events in Canberra from 2022.
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National Library of Australia during Enlighten Credit: Ben Appleton | Photox - Canberra Photography Services
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THE MEETING PLACE OF AUSTRALIA As the custodian of the Australian story through our national institutions and the country’s political epicentre with Federal Government departments and agencies based in Canberra, our capital truly is ‘the meeting place of the nation’. This is where key decision makers meet, and brilliant possibilities come to life.
2,448 National Convention Centre Canberra can accommodate events for up to 2,448 delegates
9,500+ There are over 9,500 accommodation rooms available in the city, providing a wide range of options for delegates
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Our world-class international airport is within a 15-minute congestion-free drive to anywhere in the city
With more than 100 Embassies and High Commissions in Canberra, you have direct access to worldwide decision makers
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26% Canberra is a global city, with more than 26% of Canberrans born overseas
WHY CANBERRA?
Canberra is the intellectual capital of Australia, with the nation’s highest percentage of university graduates, more tertiary qualifications per capita than any city in the Southern Hemisphere and the highest number of patents per capita in the country
430,000 5 Five world-ranking universities are based or have campuses in Canberra
Canberra is home to 430,000 residents, making it an urban centre without the traffic, pollution and stresses of larger cities
70% Canberra has the fastest economic growth of all states and territories and one of the most secure economies in Australia, with the lowest unemployment rate in the country.
70% of the ACT is pure open space, parkland, and nature reserves, providing an abundance of outdoor options for your next event or conference program
Canberra is one of the most vaccinated cities in the world against COVID-19.
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KEY INDUSTRIES
CANBERRA INNOVATES RAAF F/A-18F Super Hornet performing a jet handling display over Lake Burley Griffin Credit: Ben Appleton | Photox - Canberra Photography Services
Canberra is a national hub for knowledge and research, and home to influencers and thought leaders driving innovation in their fields. DEFENCE
SPACE AND SPATIAL SCIENCE
Canberra is the best place in Australia to connect with defence and security experts, and nowhere else in the country boasts the same proximity to decision makers, procuring agencies and government infrastructure.
Canberra has long played a critical role in some of the biggest events in international space exploration, from the broadcast of the first TV images of the moon landing back in 1969, to the Phoenix landing on Mars more recently.
Canberra enjoys an established defence industry network as the home of the Department of Defence, key national security, intelligence and border protection agencies, law enforcement, key global defence companies, and Australian Federal Government.
We are a space science leader and contribute to the global space industry through our research and education institutions such as the Australian National Space Mission Design Facility at UNSW Canberra and the ANU National Space Test Facilities.
Important defence training and industry bodies are located here, including the historic Royal Military College at Duntroon, the Australian Defence Force Academy and the Australian Command and Staff College, as well as the Australian Industry and Defence Network. Our highly skilled workforce has productive industry and research partnerships and is developing innovative and cutting-edge technologies for defence.
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Canberra is also home to industry experts, federal government regulators and policy makers boasting a highly knowledgeable workforce. The Canberra Deep Space Communications Complex at Tidbinbilla forms part of the Deep Space Network of NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, while global exporters and multinational companies with significant space programs are also headquartered here.
WHY CANBERRA?
KEY INDUSTRIES
Scientist at CSIRO Credit: CSIRO | Luciana Porfirio
CYBER SECURITY
AGRI-TECHNOLOGY AND FOOD SCIENCES
Canberra leads in the Australian cyber security industry, boasting a highly skilled workforce, research institutions, and proximity to government.
Canberra has long been a pioneer in agricultural science and technology, since 1903 when William Farrer bred the strain of Federation wheat just outside Canberra that revolutionised Australian agriculture.
When it comes to cyber security, we are recognised nationally and internationally for our cutting-edge infrastructure, hightech companies, and national security organisations, such as the Australian Signals Directorate and the Australian Secret Intelligence Organisation (ASIO). In Canberra, you can access a network of highly influential industry leaders, top-ranked universities spearheading national and international cyber security efforts, and innovative enterprises with a highly skilled and security-cleared workforce.
These days, Canberra has one of the highest concentrations of researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators in agri-technology, and is home to national agricultural peak bodies such as the Department of Agriculture, Water and Environment and the National Farmers Federation. The Canberra Region advances agricultural, environmental, and primary industry research and addresses critical regional, national, and global challenges in agricultural and food technology, environmental sciences, and genetics and phenomics.
The Military Communications and Information Systems Conference (MilCIS), focusing on technologies, products and services of military communications and information systems, is It’s also an area known for its highly sought-after produce, from also held here annually. black Perigord truffles to cool climate wines, award-winning small goods, stone fruit and wheat. 13
KEY INDUSTRIES
ANU Research School of Social Sciences Credit: Hcreations Photography
RENEWABLE ENERGY
ICT AND E-GOVERNMENT
Just by meeting in Canberra, you’re contributing to a more sustainable future. In 2021, the capital was named the world’s most sustainable city by a UK comparison company.
Canberra ranks as one of the world’s most ICT-connected places and is a national leader for information and communications technologies. It was one of the first cities in the world to introduce an advanced broadband fibre optic cable network, and these days, many of the world’s leading IT organisations operate here, including Microsoft, HP Enterprise, and IBM.
Canberra is also the Asia-Pacific region’s most progressive territory in moving towards a low-carbon economy, and the ACT is powered by 100% renewable electricity, generated by wind and photovoltaic power, and on track to achieve zero net emissions by 2045. The ACT was also the first state government to invest in and trial green hydrogen technologies. Here you have access to leaders in their field at a range of institutions like the Distributed Energy Resources Lab, Energy Change Institute at ANU, and Canberra Institute of Technology.
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Also paving the way in skills and research development are Canberra’s educational institutions. Establishments like the 3A Institute at ANU and Data61 are part of the Research and Learning Institutes Group (RALIG), a consortium of learning institutions, available for you to leverage for your next event. Canberra is also home to the Digital Transformation Agency, which is leading a strategy to make Australia one of the top three digital governments in the world by 2025.
WHY CANBERRA?
KEY INDUSTRIES
Art installation at Enlighten Credit: VisitCanberra
HEALTH AND SPORTS SCIENCES With leading universities and world-class research institutions, Canberra is internationally regarded as a hub for health research and sports sciences. Medical and sport science associations including The Australian Orthopaedic Association, the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine, the Australian College of Critical Care Nurses, as well as the International Society of Biomechanics in Sports have all chosen Canberra as their event destination. With a conference here, your delegates can access health experts who are leaders in their field, such as some of the world’s most influential scientists at the prestigious John Curtin School of Medical Research (JCSMR) at Australian National University. Canberra is also home to the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), which supports the country’s top athletes and drives innovation and participation in sport. In the capital, you can also make the most of the proximity to researchers at the University of Canberra Hospital, an established educator of health practitioners and home to the Health Research Institute and the Research Institute of Sport and Exercise. TOURISM EDUCATION AND RESEARCH Canberra is known both nationally and internationally as an education leader, and is home to five university campuses ranked among the best in the world. The capital also holds the enviable status in Australia as the city with the highest percentage of people who have completed a bachelor’s degree or higher, while our residents also hold more tertiary qualifications than in any city in the Southern Hemisphere. By conferencing in Canberra, you can tap into this wealth of thought leaders and innovators specialising in your field, and can take your pick of leading industry experts to speak at your event.
Canberra’s tourism offering rivals its interstate counterparts, with a diverse schedule of major events, as well as art and cultural exhibitions housed in its many national institutions, such as the National Museum of Australia, Questacon and the Australian War Memorial. World-renowned accommodation brands such as Accor Hotels, Hyatt and IHG have a presence in Canberra, with thousands of rooms available for your next event, big or small. The stunningly designed Canberra International Airport will make your visitors feel welcome from the moment they touch down in the capital. From there, only a few minutes separate them from a stay in Canberra that is set to exceed all their expectations. For tailored tours, conference programs ideas or to purchase local and regional products, a visit to our award-winning Canberra Region Visitor Centre is a must. Located at Regatta Point on Lake Burley Griffin, you’ll love the view too! 15
KNOWLEDGE, CULTURE, INFLUENCE
National Portrait Gallery during Enlighten Credit: Ben Appleton | Photox - Canberra Photography Services
A CITY OF KNOWLEDGE, CULTURE AND INFLUENCE
LEVERAGE KNOWLEDGE CAPABILITIES AT YOUR NEXT EVENT Canberra is a research and innovation hub, home to leading organisations such as the Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies and the Australian Academy of Science, while institutions such as the Bureau of Meteorology, Australian Cyber Security Centre and the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) are highly regarded internationally for their ground-breaking innovation and research Canberra is also a knowledge hub, with five universities based in the capital including the highly ranked Australian National University, University of Canberra, and UNSW Canberra. The city reopened to international talent in early 2022, bringing a wealth of knowledge back into the region. The University of Canberra Hospital is training medical professionals of tomorrow in their state-of-the-art health training facilities, while construction starts this year on the brand-new Canberra Institute of Technology Woden campus, which will boost vocational education and training in the ACT. Bringing it all together is the Research and Learning Institutes Group (RALIG), enabling event planners to access the extraordinary knowledge and expertise of the thought leaders within these organisations.
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WHY CANBERRA?
KNOWLEDGE, CULTURE, INFLUENCE
RICH WITH CULTURE, AND THE HOME OF THE AUSTRALIAN STORY Canberra is home to major cultural institutions, including the National Gallery of Australia, the National Museum of Australia, and the Australian War Memorial. These establishments explore and celebrate the nation’s story, drawing strongly on our rich Indigenous culture and heritage. Our national institutions are ever expanding and evolving, like the ongoing major redevelopment of the Australian War Memorial, and the National Museum’s brand new Great Southern Land gallery, which explores our fundamental relationship to the land. Not only do they house unique artworks and artifacts, but they also transform into unique and impressive event venues for welcome receptions, gala dinners, or other social functions. Year-round, Canberra boasts an exciting calendar of events, from Floriade, a month-long celebration of spring, to the Canberra Balloon Spectacular, Enlighten, The Truffle Festival, Summernats, the National Folk Festival, and Design Canberra. The capital is also a proud sporting city, home of the Brumbies, Raiders, GWS Giants, CBR Brave, Capitals, Meteors, and Canberra United.
ACCESS DECISION MAKERS AND INFLUENTIAL LEADERS The ACT is well known and regarded as a pioneering territory, often paving the way both in Australia and internationally. In 2021, the ACT was the first Australian jurisdiction to double vaccinate over 98 per cent of its eligible population against COVID-19, also making it one of the world’s most vaccinated jurisdictions. The ACT Government is a leader on many platforms, often ahead of federal initiatives including samesex marriage, cannabis legislation and well-being indicator framework, while the ACT achieved the ambitious goal of running 100 per cent on renewable electricity in 2020 – the first state or territory in Australia to do so. Canberra is also a meeting place for some of the country’s most influential people. At the heart of it all is Australian Parliament House, the central pillar of Australia’s democracy and one of the most accessible parliamentary buildings in the world. Here you can meet with federal politicians and influence decision makers around the key issues affecting your industry. It’s also home to the Federal Parliament Press Gallery, providing the opportunity to get your spokespersons in front of the world’s most prominent media outlets.
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Kings Hall at Old Parliament House Credit: Hcreations Photography
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CANBERRA CONVENTION BUREAU SERVICES
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Australian Parliament House Credit: Bradley Cummings Photography
CANBERRA CONVENTION BUREAU SERVICES
Canberra Convention Bureau has the professional expertise and in-depth local knowledge to assist you in hosting an engaging conference or event. Whether you need help preparing a bid or proposal, planning an event, selecting a venue, or sourcing delegate boosting material, our team can guide you through every step of the event planning process. As our services are supported by our members and the ACT Government through VisitCanberra, we offer them to you free of charge. NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION MEETINGS Our team will: •
Produce a professional bid for your event to be held in Canberra
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Identify local government, industry and academic links to enhance the bid
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Secure letters of support from key political, academic and industry leaders
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Assist with the presentation of the bid to your organising committee or decision maker
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Provide planning assistance to source the best venues, accommodation and services
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Organise and host site inspections for key decision makers
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Recommend the services of professional conference organisers, if required
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Provide access to a range of event planning resources to increase attendance at your event
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Offer touring information.
CORPORATE INCENTIVES AND MEETINGS We can assist meeting and incentive planners to create an exciting and rewarding program for your group. We will:
EVENT PLANNING SUPPORT We can provide you with resources to increase delegate numbers while ensuring a memorable event: Virtual tours Meeting planners can visit Canberra accommodation, meeting venues and attractions virtually through our 3D tours. Immerse yourself in all that Canberra has to offer directly from your desktop or mobile and learn more about our world-class venues before your visit to Canberra.
SUPPORT FOR EVENT ORGANISERS
CANBERRA CONVENTION BUREAU SERVICES
Destination videos Destination videos can be embedded into your website, played on screen during a meeting or used at preceding events to stimulate delegate attendance at your Canberra event. Image library We can provide venue and destination images relevant to your event. Alternatively, access VisitCanberra’s curated image library of copyright-free images that are free for meeting planners to use. Access images at images.visitcanberra.com.au (note: you will need to create an account to download VisitCanberra imagery) Digital assets
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Coordinate and host site inspections in Canberra and surrounding regions
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Provide hotel and venue recommendations
The Bureau can provide you with digital assets such as website or EDM banners, social media tiles or presentation decks to help promote your event through your digital channels. Our templates include space to insert conference and sponsor logos, and details of your conference, including venue and dates.
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Destination content
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Assist with destination and marketing information.
Access a summary of key facts about Canberra in a format that you can share on your conference website, in promotional material and delegate welcome packs.
For more information, visit the Canberra Convention Bureau website
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THINK CANBERRA
ACCESS LEADING EXPERTISE AND INSIGHT
National Gallery of Australia Credit: Tourism Australia
With Australia’s leading research and cultural institutions based in Canberra, the city has a reputation as the nation’s intellectual and cultural hub.
With impressive influence in the world of research, innovation and industry leadership, Canberra is home to many global thought leaders. You can leverage this wealth of knowledge through THINK CANBERRA, a program underpinned by the Canberra Convention Bureau’s Research and Learning Institutes Group (RALIG). RALIG enables you to foster relationships between your business event and Canberra’s knowledge communities. Individually and collectively, the 20 institutes comprising RALIG share a common pursuit of innovation in research and education, and continuously strive for knowledge sharing and openness. Our team at the Bureau can help connect you with key influencers within Canberra’s rich intellectual and cultural RALIG community.
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THINK CANBERRA
RESEARCH AND LEARNING INSTITUTES GROUP
Australian Academy of Science
Museum of Australian Democracy
Australian Catholic University
National Archives of Australia
Australian Institute of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies
National Film and Sound Archive of Australia
Australian Institute of Sport
National Gallery of Australia
Australian National Botanic Gardens
National Library of Australia
Australian National University
National Museum of Australia
Australian War Memorial
National Portrait Gallery
Canberra Institute of Technology
Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre
CSIRO
University of Canberra
Data61-CSIRO
University of New South Wales
SUPPORT FOR EVENT ORGANISERS
Canberra’s research, culture and learning institutes are part of the THINK CANBERRA community, dedicated to knowledge sharing and openness.
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Canberra CBD at dusk
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WHAT’S NEW IN CANBERRA
WHAT’S NEW IN THE CAPITAL? There’s always something new to discover in Canberra, from ways to conveniently get around, ways to wow delegates, and new ways to look at history. EXPLORE A NEW EVENT EXPERIENCE AT THE MARION AT REGATTA POINT Nestled in a stunning lakeside setting at Regatta Point, The Marion is Canberra’s new high-end function space, launching in 2022. The luxurious venue is named after Marion Mahoney Griffin, the sometimes-forgotten visionary behind the design of Canberra’s skyline. Here you’ll find a meticulously designed interior, breathtaking lakeside alfresco spaces, and bespoke catering packages.
MAKE THE MOST OF EASIER CONNECTIONS Canberra already boasts easy connections and low travel times, and faster connections between venues or meetings are now even easier thanks to Canberra’s network of shared e-scooters. More than 1,500 e-scooters are available to hire across central Canberra and the Belconnen Town Centre, and the ACT Government plans to expand this to all the major town centres in 2022, including Gungahlin, Woden, Tuggeranong, and Molonglo, as well as e-scooter connection options between the centres.
DISCOVER A NEW WAY TO LOOK AT HISTORY
ELEVATED MEETINGS, FUNCTIONS, AND CONFERENCING The brand new Two24 Conferencing by Work Club has brought a new level of gathering places to Canberra for business leaders and changemakers. The meeting, conference and function venue is conveniently located in the heart of the city. With artfully appointed spaces fitted out with unique designer pieces, Two24 Conferencing by Work Club offers state-of-the-art conferencing technology for both in-person and hybrid meetings, while light-filled spaces provide an ideal setting for corporate entertaining, with premium concierge and catering options.
ENJOY NEW WAYS TO DINE Never judge a restaurant by the number of seats. Tucked underneath A by Adina in the buzzing new Constitution Place precinct, Mu Omakase by Canberra’s award-winning Chairman Group offers an elevated yet intimate dining experience for just 12 people. Sit side-by-side with your fellow diners as you enjoy 12-20 courses, carefully selected by the chef based on the bestin-market that day, and served to you by the chefs themselves.
MEETING IN CANBERRA
Take a tour through the National Triangle and unearth Australia’s hidden history on the new She Shapes History tours. While women’s contributions are not always immediately visible in the history books, your guide will walk you through the story of the nation from the perspective of Australian women. Hear stories of friendship, survival, creativity, rebellion, and love.
Lake Burley Griffin
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GETTING HERE
GETTING HERE Canberra is less than an hour by air from Sydney, one hour from Melbourne and less than two hours from Brisbane. Canberra International Airport is less than 10 minutes from the CBD. Connect to the city via rental car, limousine, public transport, shuttle bus, taxi or with a rideshare operator. DARWIN
3 hours 30 mins
CAIRNS
3 hours 15 mins
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SUNSHINE COAST
QLD
2 hours 5 mins
BRISBANE
1 hour 40 mins
WA
GOLD COAST
1 hour 35 mins
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BALLINA-BYRON BAY 1 hour 30 mins
NSW
PORT MACQUARIE 1 hour 30 mins
PERTH
4 hours 25 mins
NEWCASTLE 1 hour
SYDNEY
ADELAIDE
1 hour 40 mins
DOMESTIC FLIGHTS Qantas, Jetstar, Virgin Australia, Fly Pelican, Link Airways and Rex Airlines offer direct flights to 13 domestic destinations, including regional hubs like Cairns, Newcastle and Hobart, in addition to all state capitals and other major Australian destinations. Canberra is well positioned to host delegates from regional centres as well as capital cities, with enhanced connectivity and easy access for your delegates.
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VIC
CANBERRA
MELBOURNE
1 hour 10 mins
TAS
HOBART
2 hours
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS
LAND TRANSPORT
Our destination is placing significant focus on a return to international flights, and on re-opening routes to Asia and New Zealand.
Direct rail and coach services to Sydney and the South Coast are alternatives for delegates, with Murrays Coaches operating daily trips to and from Sydney, Narooma and Wollongong. The national freeways make Canberra an easy three-hour drive from Sydney.
Nothing beats meeting face-to-face
It’s time to get
Back to Business Direct flights from Canberra Airport to 13 domestic destinations
Our heart is in the country
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GETTING AROUND
GETTING AROUND BUSES
RENTAL CARS
Transport Canberra’s bus network, now with a new electric bus fleet, connects you to all major routes within the city and offers a frequent and reliable service. Bus Route 3 connects you to the airport for the price of a standard single ticket. The Red Explorer Loop Bus offers a hop on hop off service, departing from the city and taking passengers to Canberra’s major attractions.
All major rental car companies have branches in Canberra and at Canberra Airport, allowing for easy pick-up and drop-off.
LIGHT RAIL Canberra’s light rail connects you from North Canberra to the CBD with a fast, frequent and comfortable journey along Northbourne Avenue. Construction of Stage 2 has commenced, initially extending to Commonwealth Park, and eventually connecting to South Canberra. TAXIS AND RIDESHARE Canberra is well serviced by taxis and other rideshare providers like Shebah, GoCatch, Ola, DiDi and Uber.
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Canberra Light Rail at Alinga Street Station Credit: Hcreations Photography
CAR SHARE If you’re a member of Popcar or Flexicar (offered by Hertz), you will be able to use car share in Canberra. E-SCOOTERS Beam Mobility and Neuron Mobility operate shared e-scooters in Canberra, offering another convenient option for short trips around the city. The devices are app-operated and available for use in central Canberra and Belconnen Town Centre. Walksmart offers longer term e-scooter rental for 4-24 hours. WALK OR BIKE The multiple pedestrian and bike paths paving the city make it a breeze to get active as you get around Canberra. All major hotels offer bike hire and the city is equipped with dockless bikeshare through Airbike.
KEY INFORMATION
KEY INFORMATION Canberra is the capital of Australia. It is situated within the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), located inland between Sydney and Melbourne and surrounded by the state of New South Wales.
GOODS AND SERVICES TAX (GST) Australia has a Goods and Services Tax (GST) of 10% on most goods and services. It is included in the advertised price and is not added on when you pay. VISAS AND ELECTRONIC TRAVEL AUTHORITY
Canberra’s time zone is Australian Eastern Daylight Time (GMT plus 11 hours), the same as Sydney and Melbourne.
All international visitors to Australia, except New Zealand travellers, require a visa to travel to and enter Australia. They must apply for their visa prior to entering Australia.
Canberra has four distinct seasons, with the environment changing as the seasons do. All year round, Canberra is loved for its clean air, stunning sunsets and beautiful nature.
The most common visa for business purposes is the Electronic Travel Authority (ETA), valid for visits up to three months. Visitors with a passport from an Electronic Travel Authority Business Access country can obtain an ETA to enter Australia using the ETA app.
Seasonal temperatures in Celsius are:
For more information visit: immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
CLIMATE
SEASON
AVERAGE MIN °C
AVERAGE MAX °C
Spring
6°
19°
Summer
12°
27°
Autumn
7°
20°
Winter
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SHOPPING Canberra has a range of stores, from large department stores to boutiques and pop-up shops. Shopping hours are usually: Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm Friday 9am to 9pm Saturday 9am to 5pm Sunday 10am to 4pm The national institutions offer a wide selection of gift purchases, locally and Australian made, perfect for delegate and speaker gifts. Capital Region Farmers Market and Handmade Market sell a wide range of produce and artisanal fare from local makers, farmers, and growers. Supermarkets and large retailers are often open longer hours. Stores may also be open longer in the lead up to special occasions such as Christmas.
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CANBERRA AND REGION VISITORS CENTRE Located at Regatta Point on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre offers assistance with a range of questions and the friendly staff can help you find entertainment, accommodation or restaurant options. If you have time for shopping, don’t miss the unique Canberra region food, wine and gifts stocked at the centre. Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, and weekends and public holidays 9am to 4pm. NATIONAL CAPITAL EXHIBITION Co-located with the Canberra Region Visitors Centre, the National Capital Exhibition tells the Story of Canberra as the capital city of Australia. The exhibition shares the town planning vision of Walter and Marion Griffin, who created a city unique in design, combining seamlessly the city’s infrastructure with the surrounding natural landscapes. Open Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm and weekends 10am to 4pm, closed Christmas day and Boxing Day.
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Planning an event beyond 2022? Parliamentary sitting date patterns are often similar from year to year, and help you determine the best period to bring your conference to Canberra, allowing for a wider selection of accommodation and meeting venues across the capital. MONTH
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View from Australian Parliament House Credit: Ben Appleton | Photox - Canberra Photography Services
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The world-famous Skywhale, designed by Patricia Piccinini, first graced the skies at the annual Canberra Balloon Spectacular in 2013 and was joined in 2021 by Skywhalepapa. Credit: Ben Appleton | Photox - Canberra Photography Services
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NewActon is an eclectic cultural hub, combining restaurants, bars, luxury hotels, art, science, and quirky boutiques all within a compact precinct. Mere steps away is the heart of Canberra City, where exciting dining, shopping meccas and the Canberra Theatre Centre await.
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Brumbies game at GIO Stadium Canberra, Belconnen Credit: VisitCanberra
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EAT AND DRINK From hidden laneway bars, to nationally recognised restaurants and sprawling vineyards just a short drive from the city, Canberra is a foodie’s dream, with something to wow your delegates at every turn.
Redbrick Roastery Credit: Redbrick Roastery
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Canberrans take their coffee very seriously, so you are guaranteed a good start to the day at one of the local roasters or cafes. Ona Coffee put Canberra on the coffee map. Find their coffee on menus around town, or head to Ona Coffee House. Lonsdale Street Roasters was one of Braddon’s original roasters, while Coffee Lab, Barrio Collective Co, and Redbrick Roastery are forever striving to perfect their craft.
Hugging the edge of town is the Canberra District Wine Region, home to 140 vineyards, more than 30 cellar doors, and some of the most exciting drops in the country. Taste the local cool climate wines and soak up the vineyard views at Shaw Wines or Contentious Character. If beer is more your thing, refresh your palate with a brew straight from the source at BentSpoke Brewing Co or Capital Brewing Co.
FINE DINING DELIGHTS
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Canberra boasts more hatted restaurants per capita than any other Australian city, and the city is bursting with culinary delights. Be wowed with lakeside dining at The Boat House, languish over produce-driven cuisine at Sage Dining Rooms, or you can find the ultimate paddock-to-plate experience at the stunning Pialligo Estate. You’ll always impress your delegates with the set menu and a local wine at Aubergine.
Why not keep your evening going with a nightcap? Enjoy colourful cocktails by the light-up dancefloor with a side of karaoke at 88mph, find sophisticated sips at at Joe’s Bar at East Hotel or see if you can find city speakeasy Molly, with only coordinates to guide you. And keep an eye out on menus for some locally distilled spirits, like Underground Spirits and The Canberra Distillery.
The Boat House - Armada Bar Credit: The Boat House
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Capital Brewing Co, Fyshwick Credit: Damian Breach for VisitCanberra
Underground Spirits Canberra Credit: Underground Spirits Canberra
EVENTS CALENDAR
EVENTS CALENDAR 2022 4 – 20 MARCH
UNTIL 17 JULY
Enlighten Festival
Australians and Hollywood: A Tale of Craft, Talent and Ambition
Various locations
National Film and Sound Archive
12 – 20 MARCH
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Canberra Balloon Spectacular
Shakespeare to Winehouse: Icons from the National Portrait Gallery, London
Patrick White Lawns
National Portrait Gallery
14 – 18 APRIL
26 MARCH – 31 JULY
National Folk Festival
4th National Indigenous Art Triennial: Ceremony
Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC)
National Gallery of Australia
29 APRIL – 8 MAY
JUNE – JULY
Canberra International Music Festival
Wintervention
Various locations
Civic Square
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JUNE – AUGUST
Ancient Greeks: Athletes, Warriors and Heroes
The Truffle Festival
National Museum of Australia
Various venues
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AUGUST
Jeffrey Smart
Canberra Writers Festival
National Gallery of Australia
Various locations
UNTIL 28 MAY
UNTIL 4 SEPTEMBER
Brumbies Rugby
Canberra Raiders
Seven home games at GIO Stadium
11 home games at GIO Stadium
30 MAY Reconciliation Day
17 SEPTEMBER – 16 OCTOBER
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Floriade
New Year’s Eve celebrations
Commonwealth Park
Various locations
2 – 20 NOVEMBER Design Canberra
JANUARY 2023
Various locations
Summernats
Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC) 11 NOVEMBER Remembrance Day
Australian War Memorial
EXPERIENCE CANBERRA
Various locations
Canberra Balloon Spectacular
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Smoking ceremony Credit: Ben Appleton | Photox - Canberra Photography Services
INDIGENOUS CULTURE
INDIGENOUS CULTURE Canberra is Ngunnawal country and has been home to the Ngunnawal people for over 20,000 years. Our city’s name, ‘Canberra’, is thought to be derived from the Ngunnawal word for ‘meeting place,’ and the capital offers a range of indigenous experiences for your delegates to learn, share and participate in.
WELCOME TO COUNTRY A Welcome to Country allows an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander custodian to welcome visitors to their land through speech, song, dance or ceremony. Recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the nation’s First Peoples and custodians of the land, with welcome and acknowledgement protocols in your event. EXHIBITIONS AND TOURS Aboriginal Tent Embassy: Founded on Australia Day 1972, the Aboriginal Tent Embassy was set up by four Indigenous Australians – Michael Anderson, Billy Craigie, Tony Coorey and Bertie Williams – protesting the McMahon government’s approach to Indigenous land rights. Today, the embassy is permanently established on the lawns outside Old Parliament House and has come to represent Indigenous Australians’ quest for sovereignty and right to self-determination. Australian Parliament House: The ‘Yeribee’: Indigenous experiences of Parliament House tour shares the stories of our Indigenous parliamentarians and staff, explores the site history of Parliament House, and showcases significant artworks from the Parliament House Art Collection by celebrated Indigenous artists. Dhawura Aboriginal Cultural Tours: Travel back in time to become part of ‘The Dreaming’ and gain a deep understanding of Aboriginal culture with an experienced Aboriginal guide.
National Triangle: Take a self-guided tour through the artwork at Reconciliation Place. Located in the heart of the National Triangle, these artworks symbolically and physically place reconciliation at the heart of the nation. National Gallery of Australia: Immerse yourself in the most comprehensive Indigenous Australian Art Collection in the world or take an Indigenous Cultural Tour with a local Aboriginal tour guide. The 4th National Indigenous Art Triennial: Ceremony, running from 26 Mar – 31 Jul 2022, offers a program of events featuring 35 Aboriginal and Torres Straight Islander artists. National Museum of Australia: First Australians and Talking Blak to History are permanent exhibition galleries that explore the shared stories and experiences of Australia’s first peoples. The museum’s First Australians Tour presents the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their history, culture and connection to country in the building’s largest exhibition gallery. Opening in 2022, Great Southern Land is an exhibition of artefacts and unique Australian tales that will also tell the stories of the earliest Indigenous inhabitants and everyone who followed.
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Museum of Australian Democracy (MoAD): Join a special tour, which considers aspects of the experiences of Indigenous Australians within our democracy at MoAD. Hear stories of how Indigenous Australians and their supporters have taken different pathways to bring about change, many of which led them here – the seat of Federal Parliament between 1927 and 1988. Bespoke tours can be arranged for a range of tour sizes with advance booking.
National Arboretum Canberra: The Mununja Garden, shaped in a butterfly form, located in the Gallery of Gardens at the Arboretum tells a Dreamtime story from the Ngunnawal people that has been passed through generations for thousands of years. Ngala Tours, a new offering from the Arboretum, provides Indigenous tours and experiences including Discovery bus tours and immersive cultural experiences such as Walk on Country and Discover Art and Country tours.
National Gallery of Australia Credit: Tourism Australia
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National Triangle Credit: Martin Ollman
CULTURE AND EXPERIENCES
CULTURE AND EXPERIENCES Canberra’s museums, galleries and institutions showcase diverse aspects of our story through architecture, exhibitions, and collections. AUSTRALIAN PARLIAMENT HOUSE Capital Hill, Canberra Architecturally acclaimed throughout the world, Australian Parliament House tells Australia’s story through its interiors, architecture, and commissioned works of art. Wander through beautifully landscaped gardens, enjoy the contemporary art collection or take part in a guided tour. Watch Parliament live during sitting weeks and visit public galleries during Question Time. Free admission
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AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL Treloar Crescent, Campbell Visitors, groups and events continue to be welcomed at the Australian War Memorial while works are underway to modernise and expand its galleries. Learn about Australia’s wartime and peacekeeping involvement. See significant military objects and explore the many permanent exhibitions such as the First and Second World War Galleries, Aircraft Hall, the Hall of Valour and more. Visit the Hall of Memory and place a poppy on the Roll of Honour. Stay for the Last Post closing ceremony every evening and learn the story behind one of the names on the Roll of Honour. Free admission (bookings required) Credit: VisitCanberra
MOAD – MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY
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Old Parliament House, Canberra Be surprised at what’s inside. Through authentically restored heritage areas, contemporary exhibitions, political cartoons and interactive family activities, MoAD tells the story of Australia’s journey to becoming a democratic nation and how we can all shape its future. Step back in time in the restored Prime Minister’s Suite or sit in the House of Representatives Chamber. Learn about the connection between free press and democracy in the Truth, Power and a Free Press exhibition or wander the halls enjoying the humorous side of politics through political cartoons. Free admission
Credit: Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House
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NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA Forest Drive, Weston Creek For an experience hard to find anywhere else, take in the stunning panoramic views of the city and region from the Arboretum. Enjoy 94 forests of rare, endangered, and symbolic trees from Australia and the world. Walk, drive or cycle around the 250-hectare site. Take a free guided or self-guided tour, visit the National Bonsai and Penjing Collection, take part in an immersive Indigenous tour or experience with Ngala Tours, and enjoy lunch from the Village Centre with views stretching over Canberra. Free admission
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NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF AUSTRALIA King George Terrace, Parkes Permanently housed in the beautiful heritage building that was Canberra’s original General Post Office, the National Archives provide access to exhibitions and programs exploring the Australian story. With over 40 million records in the collection, it is the storehouse of key events and decisions that have shaped Australian history. Australia’s Constitution and other founding documents are on display, including the recently released Kerr Palace Letters. Free admission
Credit: National Archives of Australia
NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE OF AUSTRALIA McCoy Circuit, Acton Explore one of Canberra’s most beautiful art deco buildings, dating to 1930, and now housing the National Film and Sound Archive. Catch a glimpse of the past with Australian film and radio. Watch a film at Arc Cinema, enjoy vintage music, radio and television at The Front Room, take in a curated exhibition like 2022’s Australians & Hollywood or attend free presentations and performances in the award-winning Theatrette. Free admission
Credit: VisitCanberra
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NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA Parkes Place, Parkes Visit the home of Australia’s National Art collection, with more than 165,000 works that include the nation’s largest collection of Indigenous Australian art. Art lovers will enjoy meandering through the galleries and admiring the collection, which includes the famous ‘Blue Poles’ by Jackson Pollock and the Ned Kelly series by Sidney Nolan. Visit the 2022 exhibitions:
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NATIONAL LIBRARY OF AUSTRALIA Parkes Place, Parkes Visit the Treasures Gallery and see beautiful and rare gems from the Library’s extensive collection. Enjoy the calendar of new exhibitions exploring an aspect of the Australian story, or join one of the engaging programs of events or free behind-the-scenes guided tours. Free admission
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NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA The National Museum of Australia explores the country’s rich history and culture, and the land and people who have shaped our stories. See the nation’s most popular and significant objects, including Indigenous artefacts dating back 65,000 years, items from the 19th-century property ‘Springfield’, Phar Lap’s heart, and the Holden Prototype No.1. Visit the new Great Southern Land gallery and explore Australia’s fundamental deep connections to the land. Discover Ancient Greece with the recently launched major exhibition Ancient Greeks: Athletes, Warriors and Heroes, hailing from the British Museum and running until May 2022. Credit: Hcreations Photography
EXPERIENCE CANBERRA
Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula
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NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY King Edward Terrace, Parkes A true national treasure, come and meet familiar contemporary faces and a few from the past. Bushrangers and judges, prime ministers and pop icons, they can all be found looking back at you from the gallery walls. The Gallery hosts exciting exhibitions and events, such as 2022’s Shakespeare to Winehouse: Icons from the National Portrait Gallery, London, as well as offering a suite of interactive virtual programs. Free admission
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QUESTACON – THE NATIONAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY CENTRE King Edward Terrace, Parkes Travel from the centre of an earthquake all the way to outer space. Questacon offers interactive and hands-on science with themed galleries and loads of fun and educational exhibits. Uncover the mysteries of science, watch live demonstrations, and explore how science shapes our world with Questacon’s engaging science communicators. Admission charge
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ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT Denison Street, Deakin Watch money being made right before your eyes. From the viewing deck, watch coins being made on the factory floor. As part of a free tour, learn about the production process and make yourself a coin. Discover Australia’s National Coin Collection, with many rare and valuable coins on display. Free admission
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CANBERRA THROUGH THE SEASONS
CANBERRA THROUGH THE SEASONS Canberra enjoys four distinct seasons, from the endless blue skies and warm days of summer, through to the fresh mornings in winter, and the beautifully temperate autumn and spring. No matter when you visit for your event, there are ample activities and experiences to enjoy. SUMMER
WINTER
With balmy weather that extends well into the evening, conferencing during Canberra summer means your delegates can go straight from the conference venue to outdoor dining in one of the city’s many summer-friendly restaurants and bars.
The quintessential winter experience in Canberra includes a glass of local wine in front of the fire and indulging in truffles. You can even take your delegates on a truffle hunt just 10 minutes from the city centre, to see first-hand how the exclusive and mouth-watering morsels are found.
Cricket fans can treat themselves to a live match at Manuka Oval, including international clashes, while lovers of all things horsepower can attend the annual Summernats event. And don’t miss the summer blockbuster exhibitions at Canberra’s museums, art galleries and national institutions. AUTUMN Autumn in Canberra is a kaleidoscope of colours as the exotic trees transform and paint the town vibrant tones. Lap up the views by hiring a GoBoat on Lake Burley Griffin, for one of the best ways to visually capture the change in season, or get the heart pumping with a hike to the top of Mt Ainslie or Black Mountain, to enjoy the colourful expanse from above.
Back in the city, warm up in the hot shop at the Canberra Glassworks and be inspired as you watch the glass creations of local glass artists come to life. SPRING As the days get longer and the temperatures get warmer, spring in Canberra brings with it a sense of renewal and energy. The season in Canberra is most synonymous with Floriade, Australia’s month-long celebration of spring. See impressive displays of flowers bloom across the city, and take part in the rich program of workshops, entertainment, and events. As the weather warms up, it’s a great time of year to make your event program an active one. Head for a hike in one of the picturesque national parks, with ample options just a short drive from the city centre.
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It’s also a season packed with events. Get out of bed early to witness the mesmerising Canberra Balloon Spectacular, and stay up late to see the city’s signature festival of illuminations, Enlighten. Or watch the short films of Lights! Canberra! Action!, taste your way through the Night Noodle Markets, and take part in the celebrations of Canberra Day.
Canberra is also an easy 2.5 hours to the snowfields, making it a great option for a day trip, or to extend your stay once the conference is over.
Floriade Credit: VisitCanberra
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Bowen Island and Murrays Beach, Jervis Bay Credit: Destination NSW
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CANBERRA REGION Long Rail Gully Wines, Murrumbateman Credit: Destination NSW
From the award-winning wines and rolling vines of the Canberra District Wine Region, to the unspoilt coastline and fresh seafood at the South Coast, and plenty of country charm, impress your delegates with time to explore the wider Canberra Region. COOL CLIMATE WINE REGION Within an easy 35-minute drive of the city is the Canberra District Wine Region, home to 140 vineyards and more than 30 boutique cellar doors. While distinct wines have been made in the region for more than 160 years, the past decade in particular has seen the wines receive national and international recognition and acclaim. Discover the local cool climate wines at Clonakilla Wines, created by world-renowned winemaker Tim Kirk, or enjoy elegant wines with tongue-in-cheek names at Contentious Character. Their restaurant also caters for groups, with hearty meals in front of the roaring fireplace. For a memorable experience, Shaw Wines in Murrumbateman has a private cellar dining room, where your VIP delegates can enjoy a unique dining and tasting experience. SOUTHERN TABLELANDS From the city to the countryside, Canberra is surrounded by small towns bursting with rural charm, history, art, and local delicacies. In Yass, Bungendore and Braidwood, shop for locally crafted goods as well as hand-selected and imported wares from around the world. Step back in time and marvel at the 400-million-year-old rock formations in the caverns of Wombeyan Caves. Settle in for exceptional food and warm, country hospitality at the charming Grazing at Gundaroo. 52
And Murrumbateman is the place to indulge, with countless wineries like Poachers Vineyard, and the handmade delights at Sweet Pea and Poppy.
Cascades Trail at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. Credit: We Are Explorers for VisitCanberra
NATIONAL PARKS AND NATURE RESERVES With 70% of the ACT made up of open spaces, parklands, and nature reserves, it’s no wonder it earned the title of the bush capital. Just a short drive from town, your group can experience Canberra’s remote alpine bush at its finest, such as the fishing spots, animal encounters, walking and biking trails, and beautiful vistas of Namadgi National Park and Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. There, you can also learn about the rich Aboriginal history of the Ngunnawal people through a visit to archaeological sites dating back over 21,000 years. Tidbinbilla is also home to the Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex, which forms part of NASA’s Deep Space Network. Your delegates can discover the role the giant dish plays in supporting interplanetary spacecraft missions, and monitoring signs of life in the solar system.
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Lake George Winery Credit: VisitCanberra
Blue Cow, Perisher Credit: Destination NSW
ALPINE ADVENTURES
SOUTH COAST
Breathe in the crisp mountain air and take in the pristine countryside of Australia’s Alpine region, just 2.5 hours’ from Canberra.
Canberra may not have its own coastline, but just a scenic two-hour drive away is the picturesque South Coast. Running from Jervis Bay, an annexe of the ACT, down to the Sapphire Coast, the region boasts unspoilt coastline, making it the perfect antidote to a busy conference program.
The area is most famous for the winter months, and snow enthusiasts will love a trip to the slopes of Perisher, Thredbo, Guthega, Charlotte Pass and the family-friendly Selwyn Snowfields. But the area caters to visitors year-round, from alpine horseback treks to mountain biking, fresh river trout, white water rafting, or hiking Australia’s highest peak, Mount Kosciuszko. Capturing the year-round beauty of the area is Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa, where event planners can find meeting spaces and boutique accommodation.
Here, your delegates can snorkel with the seals, discover historic villages, learn to surf, explore beautiful national parks, or just watch the waves roll in from the stunning beaches. The area is also renowned for its oysters, which you can enjoy at the many eateries, or even join a tour of the oyster farms and taste them fresh from the river. Event planners will delight in Willinga Park at Bawley Point, an architecturally designed conference venue offering sophisticated spaces with vast bushland views. 53
Pialligo Fields at Pialligo Estate Credit: Ben Calvert
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# MEETING ROOMS
BANQUET (MAX)
COCKTAIL (MAX)
THEATRE STYLE (MAX)
CLASSROOM (MAX)
U-SHAPE (MAX)
CABARET (MAX)
TYPE
A by Adina
02 5134 6444
130
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
Abode Belconnen
1300 122 633
152
1
20
30
–
–
18
–
Venues with Accommodation
Abode Gungahlin
1300 122 633
61
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
Abode Kingston
1301 122 633
63
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
NAME
Abode Malua Bay
1300 122 633
52
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
Abode Murrumbateman
1300 122 633
50
1
32
80
32
20
15
20
Venues with Accommodation
Abode Narrabundah
1301 122 633
86
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
Abode Tuggeranong
1302 122 633
82
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
Abode Woden
1300 122 633
152
–
50
250
80
25
25
40
Venues with Accommodation
Akiba
02 6162 0602
–
2
70
250
–
–
–
–
Venues
Albert Hall
02 6205 4900
–
1
240
240
550
180
180
240
Venues
Alivio Tourist Park
02 6247 5466
145
2
150
300
80
100
–
–
Venues with Accommodation
Australian Institute of Sport
02 6214 1036
–
–
140
400
314
60
45
–
Venues
Australian Parliament House
02 6277 8000
–
11
600
1000
800
120
60
360
Venues
Australian War Memorial
02 61130635
–
2
110-200
350
190
–
–
–
Venues
Belconnen Arts Centre
02 6173 3300
–
5
200
400
400
50
20
200
Venues
Brassey Hotel
02 6273 3766
80
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
02 6173 2700
146
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
02 6275 2222
–
10
36
80
145
25
24
24
Venues
02 6207 3132
–
6
240
260
250
–
–
160
Venues
Canberra Airport - Brindabella Business Park Canberra Institute of Technology Function Centre
02 6248 5311
123
10
400
570
570
220
100
320
Venues with Accommodation
02 6283 7200
–
8
700
1000
1000
250
–
560
Venues
02 6273 1784
–
4
150
200
–
–
–
100
Venues
Canberra Theatre Centre
02 6243 5766
–
1
–
300
1239
18
15
76
Venues
Contentious Character
02 6238 3830
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3
100
150
100
30
50
100
Canberra Rex Hotel Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club
Crowne Plaza Canberra
02 6274 5500
296
8
100
150
150
54
40
80
East Hotel
02 6295 6295
140
8
70
160
100
40
40
56
Exhibition Park in Canberra
02 6205 5230
–
14
1900
3310
3000
1655
–
1140
Fitters Workshop
02 6205 5230 (option 3)
–
1
200
200
200
200
200
200
Venues
Venues
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
02 6203 4300
117
2
50
80
50
18
24
32
Venues with Accommodation
GIO Stadium Canberra
02 6256 6700
–
37
360
600
150
80
36
140
Venues
Gold Creek Station
0427 767 799
–
3
250
300
–
–
–
–
Venues
Googong Community Centre
02 6285 6583
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2
60
70
80
40
40
50
Venues Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
02 6234 4444
147
6
180
300
150
80
60
140
Hotel Realm
02 6163 1800
163
10
500
800
800
400
90
400
Hyatt Hotel Canberra
02 6270 1234
252
16
340
600
500
260
80
260
Ibis Styles Canberra
02 6295 2944
207
8
170
240
250
100
50
100
Ibis Styles Canberra Eaglehawk
02 6241 6033
151
10
220
360
400
270
65
150
02 6287 8444
18
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
02 6285 6583
–
3
80
90
80
60
60
60
Venues
Kambri at ANU
02 6230 4518
–
5
300
600
500
–
–
230
Venues
King O’Malley’s Irish Pub
02 6257 0111
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4
100
150
50
50
25
–
Venues
Jamala Wildlife Lodge at the National Zoo & Aquarium Jerrabomberra Community Centre
56
Venues Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation
Kingpin Canberra
02 6188 7601
–
2
–
600
–
–
–
–
Venues
Knightsbridge Canberra
02 6185 0000
78
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa
1300 306 580
250
4
250
250
200
100
60
80
Venues with Accommodation
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Lincoln Downs Resort Batemans Bay BW Signature Collection by Best Western
02 4478 9200
34
3
90
150
100
70
50
90
Venues with Accommodation
Little National Hotel
02 6188 3200
120
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
Mantra MacArthur
02 6112 9200
176
3
70
120
100
30
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–
Mantra on Northbourne
02 6243 2500
177
3
100
130
150
80
30
80
Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation
Manuka Oval by Gema Group
02 6251 5484
-
20
240
300
300
60
60
176
Mercure Canberra
02 6243 0000
129
4
120
180
175
66
40
96
Mercure Canberra Belconnen
02 6251 5522
125
4
250
350
350
30
30
150
Midnight Hotel
02 6220 0213
199
3
100
200
90
30
18
48
Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House
02 6261 7200
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13
400
500
350
150
50
240
Venues
National Arboretum Canberra
02 6273 4366
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4
500
900
500
30
33
400
Venues
National Archives of Australia
02 6212 3600
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1
80
120
100
50
–
–
Venues
02 6276 5200
–
15
1500
2000
2448
1000
96
1200
Venues
02 6248 2000
–
–
–
250
248
–
–
–
Venues
National Gallery of Australia
02 6240 6711
–
5
350
900
500
200
120
280
Venues
National Museum of Australia
02 6208 5006
–
5
500
1000
500
160
60
160
Venues
02 6102 7010
–
4
250
500
300
72
60
120
National Convention Centre Canberra (NCCC) National Film and Sound Archive of Australia
National Portrait Gallery
Venues Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation
Venues Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation
Novotel Canberra
02 6245 5000
286
7
160
200
200
88
30
120
NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort
02 4478 6666
75
4
120
150
150
100
50
100
Ovolo Nishi
02 6287 6287
115
3
120
200
60
35
25
40
Pavilion on Northbourne
02 6247 6888
156
8
190
250
250
120
50
130
Peppers Gallery Hotel
02 6175 2222
90
2
15
–
–
–
–
–
Pialligo Estate
02 6247 6060
–
7
250
400
300
100
50
120-150
Venues
Pinnacle Apartments
02 6239 9799
97
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
QT Canberra
02 6247 6244
205
10
600
1000
1000
400
60
550
Quest Canberra City Walk
02 6130 1200
84
1
20
28
28
15
15
–
Ramada Diplomat Hotel
02 6295 2277
67
5
50
75
60
32
32
35
Royal Australian Mint
02 6202 6999
–
1
–
80
–
–
–
–
Royal Hotel Queanbeyan
02 6297 1444
–
3
120
200
100
0
40
60
Venues
136
Venues with Accommodation
Rydges Canberra
02 6295 3144
186
12
180
200
200
100
50
Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation Venues
Sage Dining Rooms
02 6249 6050
–
2
65
150
–
–
–
–
Venues
Shaw Wines
02 6227 5827
–
1
18
–
–
–
–
–
Venues
The Boat House
02 6273 5500
–
3
160
300
200
–
–
105
Venues
The Marion
02 7252 7711
–
1
180
250
–
–
–
–
Venues
The Sebel Canberra Civic
02 6267 5675
144
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Accommodation Only
The Shine Dome (Australian Academy of Science)
02 6201 9400
–
5
100
200
250
54
51
80
Venues
Transport Depot
02 6205 5230 (option 3)
–
3
1200
1200
1200
600
600
600
Venues
Two24 Conferencing by Work Club
02 6136 4400
–
11
112
250
140
70
36
72
Venues
0458 706 878
4
4
150
300
270
87
60
150
Venues with Accommodation
02 6125 5270
–
1
80
100
100
36
30
54
UC Events and Conferencing (Ann Harding Conference Centre ) UH@Commons (while University House is refurbished) Vibe Hotel Canberra Airport
02 6201 1500
191
6
120
250
180
90
50
95
Willinga Park
02 4405 5660
40
2
200
300
300
–
–
–
Wilma and the Pearl
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Venues Venues with Accommodation Venues with Accommodation
02 6171 2092
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6
70
400
–
–
–
–
Venues
Yarralumla Woolshed
02 6205 5230 (option 3)
–
1
200
200
200
200
200
200
Venues
Yarramundi Cultural Centre
02 6213 0700
–
1
55
55
100
55
55
55
Venues
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Abode Belconnen Abode Gungahlin Abode Murrumbateman Abode Narrabundah Abode Tuggeranong Abode Woden Australian Institute of Sport Belconnen Arts Centre Canberra Airport Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden Contentious Character Exhibition Park In Canberra
69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79
GIO Stadium Gold Creek Station Googong Community Centre Ibis Styles Canberra Ibis Styles Canberra Eaglehawk Jamala Wildlife Lodge at the National Zoo & Aquarium Jerrabomberra Community Centre Lake Crackenback Resort and Spa Lincoln Downs Resort Batemans Bay BW Signature Collection by Best Western Mercure Canberra Belconnen National Arboretum Canberra
80 NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort 81 Pialligo Estate 82 Royal Australian Mint 83 Royal Hotel Queanbeyan 84 Shaw Wines 85 UC Events and Conferencing 86 Vibe Hotel Canberra Airport 87 Willinga Park 88 Yarralumla Woolshed 89 Yarramundi Cultural Centre = Accommodation/Venue = Venue only
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NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE CANBERRA (NCCC) address 31 Constitution Avenue, Canberra ACT 2601 phone 02 6276 5200 email nccc.sales@ihg.com web nccc.com.au linkedin National Convention Centre Canberra facebook @CanberraNCC instagram @nationalconventioncentre
Managed by InterContinental Hotels Group (IHG), the National Convention Centre Canberra and Crowne Plaza Canberra provide Canberra’s premier conference and meetings solution. The National Convention Centre Canberra (NCCC) and Crowne Plaza Canberra deliver unrivalled conference facilities in size and scope, with meeting services and host hotel accommodation located only 150m apart. NCCC is equipped to cater to events of all sizes, including meetings, breakouts, conferences, exhibitions, and concerts for up to 2,448 delegates. Crowne Plaza Canberra, as headquarter hotel, provides 296 quiet and spacious guest rooms and is perfect for hosting smaller executive meetings or intimate social gatherings. VERSATILITY AND EXCLUSIVE USE
With a collection of more than 15 spaces over two floors, individual rooms, entire floors, or the whole Centre can be reserved exclusively for your event. LOCATION
NCCC is located in Canberra City, a short 7km drive from the airport. It is within walking distance to Canberra’s most central shopping precinct and a wide range of restaurants and bars. Easily accessible to Canberra’s national treasures, including Australian Parliament House, The National Gallery, National Museum of Australia, National Portrait Gallery, National Library of Australia, Old Parliament House, and the Australian War Memorial. In an increasingly connected world, on-demand digital connectivity is vital. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available for all delegates for email and website browsing, and our streaming services provide the best connectivity in Canberra. State-of-the-art hybrid and virtual conferencing services are available at your fingertips in partnership with Encore Event Technologies. FACILITIES
ROYAL THEATRE The Royal Theatre is the perfect venue for larger meetings, conferences and concerts. With a total seating capacity of 2,448, and a ceiling height of 9.1m, numerous flexible configurations are possible, including cabaret seating and access for vehicles, exhibition booths and displays. Features include tiered seating with an optional flat-floor area in front of the stage, multiple backstage rooms, and an audio-visual control room. THEATRETTES NCCC offers four theatrettes varying in size, accommodating up to 287 people. The newly refurbished spaces feature excellent lines of sight, in-built data projectors, screens and PA systems. BALLROOM The Ballroom is one of Canberra’s largest function rooms. With natural light, a 4.5m ceiling height and 658m² of pillar-less space, the Ballroom is perfect for seminars, banquets and cocktail receptions.
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EXHIBITION HALL The Exhibition Hall is a spacious and versatile setting for large-scale exhibitions, gala dinners, and award ceremonies and is the most adaptable space for special events in Canberra. With a ceiling height of 9m, the 2000m² pillar-less Exhibition Hall can accommodate up to 120 exhibitor booths. Full-length windows provide an abundance of natural light. GALLERY ROOMS The Gallery Rooms present the ideal space for smaller events. All five rooms provide natural light and are most suited for meetings, workshops and breakouts. Each room can be used on its own or combined with another to create a larger space.
Please note: all function room and foyer capacities are subject to ACT Public Health Directions in place at the time of your event.
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Exhibition Hall Exhibition Hall (Total) Royal Theatre
Royal Theatre (Total) Royal Theatre (Tiered) Royal Theatre (Flat floor)
749
9.1
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780
1000
— 540
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—
470
432
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—
400
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—
—
—
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Theatrettes Bradman Menzies
360 180
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287
—
172
—
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—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
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Nicholls
180
3.2–4.4
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158
—
—
—
—
—
—
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Sutherland
170
3.2–4.4
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141
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—
—
—
—
—
—
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Ballroom (Closed)
658
4.5
30
500
500
500
440
360
370
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96
108
Ballroom (Open)
762
4.5
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650
580
520
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3.3
5
80
80
60
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48
36
24
30
36
Flat Floor Function Rooms
Gallery Rooms (Individual) Torrens Room (T)
Swan Room (S)
155
3.3
10
140
140
80
80
64
48
36
30
36
Murray (M)
170
3.3
10
170
170
120
100
96
72
42
48
60
Fitzroy (F)
170
3.3
10
170
170
120
100
96
72
42
48
60
95
3.3
5
80
80
60
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48
36
24
30
36
Derwent Room (D)
Gallery Rooms (Combined)
TS Rooms
MF Rooms
340
245
3.3
3.3
20
15
368
200
368
200
240
150
210
130
192
120
156
96
48 —
84
54
104
66
FD Rooms
265
3.3
15
256
256
180
150
144
120
—
72
88
MFD Rooms
435
3.3
25
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512
330
270
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—
—
—
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Boardroom 1
27
2.6
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20
—
—
—
—
—
12
—
—
Boardroom 2
24
2.6
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20
—
—
—
—
—
12
—
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Executive Room
90
2.7
—
60
60
50
—
32
40
24
25
30
Work Rooms
Green Room
37
2.6
—
30
—
—
—
—
—
20
—
—
Foyer Areas 1100
3.4
—
—
800
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Theatrette Foyer
Main Foyer
400
3.8
—
—
200
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Ballroom Foyer
300
5.3
—
—
200
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Gallery Foyer
390
Royal Theatre - Concerts
4.1
— Area (m )
—
250
—
—
—
—
—
Ceiling Height
Booths
Tiered/Theatre
General Admission (GA)
—
—
Flat Floor Seating
Royal Theatre (Tiered + GA)
—
9.1
—
1698
1680
—
3378
Royal Theatre (Tiered + Flat Floor Seating)
—
4.6 - 9.1
—
1698
—
780
—
2000
—
2478
1378
2000
—
Royal Theatre (GA on Flat Floor) Royal Theatre (Tiered + GA on Flat Floor)
749 —
9.1 4.6 - 9.1
— —
Please note: Capacity numbers listed are indicative only. Wheelchair accessibility has been included in capacity chart numbers listed.
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Total
2000 3378
NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE CANBERRA (NCCC)
FLOOR PLANS The National Convention Centre Canberra (NCCC) is the perfect events venue, boasting premium COVID Safe facilities and some of the largest spaces in Canberra. For further information regarding socially distanced meetings, events and hybrid options, please contact our Events Team at nccc.sales@ihg.com or nccc.com.au
GREEN ROOM
BALLROOM
KITCHEN
EXECUTIVE ROOM
OFFICE
ROYAL THEATRE
BALLROOM FOYER
GALLERYFOYER LIFT ACCESS DERWENT ROOM
MURRAY ROOM
FITZROY ROOM
STORE
SWAN ROOM
TORRENS ROOM
BOARDROOMS
FIRST FLOOR
CITY WALK ENTRANCE FROM CROWNE PLAZA AND CBD
EXHIBITION HALL TERRACE
EXHIBITION HALL TERRACE NICHOLLS THEATRETTE
SUTHERLAND THEATRETTE
MENZIES THEATRETTE
RECEPTION
EXHIBITOR DOCK
COACH BAYS
EXHIBITION HALL
MAIN FOYER BRADMAN THEATRETTE LOADING DOCK
SERVICE AREA LIFT ACCESS
UNDER COVER CAR PARK
CORANDERRK STREET
CONFERENCE OFFICE
NATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE CANBERRA
GALLERY ROOMS
KITCHEN ELECTRONIC BILLBOARD GENERAL LOADING DOCK
MAINENTRANCE
CONSTITUTION AVENUE
GROUND FLOOR MEETING AND EXHIBITION SPACES
WORK ROOMS
FACILITIES
FOYER
IHG Hotels & Resorts A 31 Constitution Ave, Canberra ACT 2601 P PO Box 1013 Civic Square ACT 2608 T +61 2 6276 5200 E ncc.sales@ihg.com
65 W nccc.com.au
CROWNE PLAZA CANBERRA address 1 Binara Street, Canberra ACT 2601 phone 02 6274 5500 email eventscanberra@ihg.com web canberra.crowneplaza.com facebook @CPCanberra instagram @CrownePlazaCanberra
A GREAT LOCATION
Located in a tranquil park setting in the CBD, the hotel’s central location is convenient for business meetings and events. Crowne Plaza Canberra is host accommodation provider for the National Convention Centre Canberra, located a two minute walk from the hotel. Restaurants, cafés and Canberra’s main shopping centre are only steps away, with the city’s major attractions also close by. REST, WORK AND CONNECT
Crowne Plaza Canberra offers 296 quiet and spacious guest rooms, including a number of premium rooms and suites overlooking Glebe Park. The hotel’s informal meeting spaces help your delegates work and connect during your event. Every element of the hotel has been designed to help your guests remain successful during their stay, including the extensive assisted buffet breakfast, the comfortable Atrium Lounge providing a relaxed place to meet, WiFi access throughout the hotel and the workspace in each guest room. A PLACE TO MEET
Crowne Plaza Canberra’s range of meeting rooms offer productive, professional spaces for corporate and social events from a small boardroom meeting to a seminar or cocktail party for up to 150 people. Several rooms enjoy natural lighting and all are equipped with the latest in AV technology. The Glebe Room, with floor to ceiling windows, outdoor terrace and a picturesque outlook over Glebe Park, is a stunning venue for a social event. Whether you’re holding conference sessions, a sit down business banquet or stand up networking event, we can tailor our venues to suit your needs ALL THE FACILITIES YOU NEED
Crowne Plaza Canberra has everything your delegates need, all in the one place: • • • • • • •
Redsalt Restaurant – boasting Canberra’s best assisted buffet to start the day and contemporary lunch and dinner menus. Seats 108 guests. 8 meeting and event spaces – including the Glebe Room overlooking Glebe Park with outdoor terrace, accommodating up to 150 for a cocktail party. Atrium Lounge – a collaborative lobby environment with clever meeting spaces to connect. Hotel Bar – Canberra’s place to meet after your event. Onsite gym – to recharge and reinvigorate before or after the day. Includes a sauna and outdoor pool. 24 hour business centre – to stay on top of office demands. Secure undercover car parking – ample parking for guests driving to Canberra.
Experience everything you need for a successful event with Crowne Plaza Canberra. Find out how you could earn points for each hotel room you reserve or meeting you plan with IHG® Business Rewards.
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
CAPACITY
DIMENISONS
CLASSROOM BANQUET BOARDROOM THEATRE U-SHAPE COCKTAIL
66
AREA (LXW, M)
The Glebe
54
100
48
150
40
150
–
80
130
3.9
The Crossing
45
80
42
90
36
80
54
64
130
2.8
19 x 9.5
Crossing 1
18
40
20
40
20
40
24
24
65
2.8
9.5 x 8.8
26.7 x 5.7
Crossing 2
18
40
20
40
20
40
24
24
65
2.8
9.5 x 9.5
Aquilla
27
50
20
50
20
60
24
40
100
2.6
12.2 x 8.2
Pods 1
15
–
18
32
18
30
24
16
54
2.2
8 x 7.9
Pods 2
27
–
18
40
21
35
24
24
64
2.5
8.15 x 8
Fireline Sunken Foyer Atrium Pod
12
–
18
30
15
–
18
–
–
–
–
–
40
20
20
–
70
–
–
68
–
10 x 7.3
Redsalt
IHG Hotels & Resorts
HOLLOW FLOOR AREA HEIGHT CABARET SQUARE (M2) (M)
–
8 – – – – – – 12 – Seats 108 guests. Long table set ups are available to cater for groups. Table set up can be styled to suit the occasion.
5.5 x 3.6
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION A by Adina Canberra
87
Ibis Styles Eaglehawk
Abode Hotels
90
Akiba
90
Jamala Wildlife Lodge at the National Zoo & Aquarium
93
Jerrabomberra Community Centre
93
Kambri at ANU
85
King O’Malley’s Irish Pub
93
Kingpin Canberra
93
Albert Hall Alivio Tourist Park
90 91
Australian Academy of Science (Shine Dome)
68
Australian Parliament House
69
Australian War Memorial | Trippas White Group
70
Belconnen Arts Centre
91
Brassey Hotel
75
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
75
Canberra Airport
71
Canberra and Region Visitors Centre
72
Canberra Institute of Technology Function Centre
91
Canberra Rex Hotel
91
Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden
88
Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club
91
Canberra Theatre Centre Contentious Character
93
Knightsbridge Canberra
93
Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa
94
Lincoln Downs Resort
94
Little National Hotel
76
Mantra MacArthur
94
Mantra on Northbourne
94
Manuka Oval by Gema Group
81
Mercure Canberra
94
Mercure Canberra Belconnen
77
Midnight Hotel
94
Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House 94
91
National Arboretum Canberra | Ginger Catering
78
91
National Archives of Australia
88
Crowne Plaza Canberra
66
National Capital Authority
95
East Hotel
92
National Convention Centre Canberra
62
Exhibition Park in Canberra
85
National Film and Sound Archive
95
Fitters Workshop
92
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
92
National Gallery of Australia | Restaurant Associates 80
GIO Stadium Canberra
92
Gold Creek Station
92
Googong Community Centre
92
National Museum of Australia
79
National Portrait Gallery
95
Novotel Canberra
95
Pavilion on Northbourne
89
Peppers Gallery Hotel
95
Pialligo Estate
82
Pinnacle Apartments
76
QT Canberra
86
Quest Canberra City Walk Serviced Apartments
96
Questacon - The National Science & Technology Centre
96
Ramada Diplomat Hotel
96
Royal Australian Mint
96
Royal Hotel Queanbeyan
96
Rydges Canberra
87
Sage Dining Rooms
96
Shaw Wines
96
The Boat House
83
The Marion
97
The Sebel Canberra Civic
89
Transport Depot
97
Two24 Conferencing by Work Club
90
UC Events and Conferencing
84
UH@Commons - University House
97
Vibe Hotel Canberra Airport
97
Willinga Park
71
Wilma and The Pearl
97
Yarralumla Woolshed
97
Yarramundi Cultural Centre
97
NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort 95
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
92
Hotel Realm
74
Hyatt Hotel Canberra
73
Old Parliament House | Restaurant Associates
81
Ibis Styles Canberra
93
Ovolo Nishi
95
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AUSTRALIAN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE (THE SHINE DOME)
address 15 Gordon Street, Acton ACT 2601 phone 02 6201 9400 email shinedome@science.org.au web shinedome.org.au
At the Shine Dome, we’ve got events down to a fine science. Built in 1959 and Heritage-listed in 2005, the Dome’s modernist fittings and furnishings are timeless and elegant. Our flexible event spaces have an airy ambience and retro-futuristic feel. The Shine Dome is situated between arty New Acton with its hotels and cafés, and the Australian National University campus with the new Kambri precinct—making it perfectly placed for your next special event. UNIQUE EVENT SPACES
THE IAN WARK THEATRE The main auditorium, the Ian Wark Theatre, seats 150 on the ground floor with additional seating for up to 100 on the mezzanine level. The seating on the ground floor consists of plush armchairs, designed to be as comfortable as the back seat of a vintage Humber, each with an individual timber desk. The seating and desks are ideal for all theatre-style events and are equipped with power for personal devices. THE JAEGER ROOM The Jaeger Room is a versatile space, bathed in natural light and tranquil reflections from the surrounding moat. The floor-to-ceiling windows offer views towards the Nishi Building and glimpses of Lake Burley Griffin. This room is ideal for break-out spaces, conference catering, cocktail functions, workshops, meetings, lunches, dinners, weddings and more. THE BECKER ROOM The Becker Room is a grand boardroom equipped with modern audio-visual facilities. The Becker Room can be used for boardroom meetings, interview panels, lunches and dinners. THE DOROTHY HILL ROOM The Dorothy Hill Room is a new space that is easily transformed to the setup of your choice. With newly installed audio-visual equipment this can be the perfect breakout space for your conference, with the ability to open out into our foyer. THE FENNER ROOM The Fenner Room is an intimate meeting room that can be set in numerous configurations based on requirements. The Fenner Room features historical artefacts that give the room a warm and inviting ambience. CATERING From freshly baked breakfast to grand banquets, we can do it all. Choose from our many catering options or work with us to develop your own menu for a special or themed occasion. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS
• • • • • • •
Award-winning architecture Heritage-listed building Abundant natural light Free public WiFi Accommodation close by Walking distance to Canberra CBD, ANU campus and New Acton precinct In-house audio-visual equipment with custom packages available
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS CAPACITY
AREA
68
THEATRE
COCKTAIL
BANQUET
BOARDROOM
CABARET
U-SHAPE
SQUARE
Ian Wark Theatre
250
–
–
–
–
–
–
CLASSROM
–
Jaeger Room
160
200
100
50
80
45
54
50
Becker Room
–
–
–
24
–
–
–
–
Dorothy Hill Room
56
60
40
28
32
27
30
18
Fenner Room
30
20
–
10
–
–
–
12
Due to changing COVD-19 restrictions, please contact us for updated capacity limitations in each venue space.
AUSTRALIAN PARLIAMENT HOUSE
address Parliament Drive, Canberra ACT 2600 phone 02 6277 8000 email aphevents@aph.gov.au web aph.gov.au/Visit_Parliament/Venue_Hire
There is no more iconic and architecturally significant Australian building than Parliament House. The building was designed as a journey through history, from the forecourt which represents the Dreaming and Australia’s ancient beginnings, to the majestic Marble Foyer, which represents the nation’s history of democratic traditions, to the Members’ Hall and its reflective pool which symbolically prevents any single person from standing at the centre of power. Inside its walls lies a collection of unique spaces which play host to a diverse range of events—from business breakfasts to grand gala dinners. From the majestic Great Hall to intimate alcoves, Australian Parliament House is home to 10 versatile and striking spaces suitable for a range of events—whether you’re curating an experience for 20 or 1,000. For us, it’s about sourcing the best seasonal produce from local suppliers and bringing a taste of Australia to your table. Award-winning Executive Chef David Learmonth leads an in-house culinary team that is passionate about utilising local produce and native ingredients to create an unforgettable dining experience. When you host an event in this celebrated building, you open up a world of exclusive experiences. You can go deeper with specialist tours of the building’s architecture and art or its Indigenous history, and enjoy behind-the-scenes access to areas including the kitchens, workshops, and gardens. Admire acclaimed works of art, stroll through superbly manicured gardens and courtyards, marvel over intricate architectural details, and explore curated collections at the Parliament Shop.
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
Great Hall & Marble Foyer
Photos: Ashley St George
CAPACITY
DIMENSIONS
THEATRE
BOARDROOM
BANQUET
COCKTAIL PARTY
AREA (M2)
1000
–
600
1000
40m x 28.1m
140
–
110
200
25m x 5m
80
30
80
90
18.3m x 6.3m
Mural Hall (Area A or B) Dame Dorothy Tangney Alcove or Dame Enid Lyons Alcove Theatre & Foyer
288
–
–
120 (foyer)
12m x 5m stage area
Private Dining Room 1, 2 or 4 (one only)
40
22
30
50
8.5m x 4.8m
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
From stylish formal halls to intimate alcoves perfect for business lunches, Australian Parliament House offers a variety of venue solutions. Let us deliver an unforgettable dining experience for you in Australia’s most iconic building.
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AUSTRALIAN WAR MEMORIAL | TRIPPAS WHITE GROUP
address Australian War Memorial, 20 Treloar Crescent, Campbell ACT 2612 phone 02 6113 0635 email Joe.Colangelo@trippaswhitegroup.com.au AWMfunctions@trippaswhitegroup.com.au web awm.gov.au | trippaswhitegroup.com.au
The Australian War Memorial is situated beneath picturesque Mt Ainslie, only two minutes from the city and ten minutes from Canberra Airport. The Memorial is a world-class museum, shrine and research centre. It tells the stories of men and women who have served, and continue to serve our nation. Visitors can immerse themselves in Australia’s military history surrounded by exhibitions, artworks and large technology objects, designed to assist Australians to remember, interpret, and understand our experience of war and its enduring impact on our society. The Memorial features a number of galleries and unique function spaces. Each of these stunning spaces has their own distinctive look and feel. Be surrounded by large, rare and historic objects, or watch the sun set behind the iconic silhouette of the Memorial’s dome from Poppy’s Café. Make your next event unforgettable; the Australian War Memorial is a place unlike any other. VENUES
AIRCRAFT HALL Aircraft Hall focuses on the role of aircraft in the Pacific during the second World War and the Korean War. In Aircraft Hall you will notice the openness and ease of use of the space. As an event space, Aircraft Hall can host; Seated: +240 pax, Cocktail: 350 pax. POPPY’S CAFÉ Poppy’s Café is a newly refurbished modern café with a full kitchen, overlooking the Memorial’s beautiful grounds. With specially crafted soft furnishings, Poppy’s is perfect for private evening functions, banquets, or cocktails. THEATRE The Theatre is a fully self-contained tiered presentation venue offering a one-stop conference facility. It features Dolby surround sound, a hearing loop, conferencing equipment, and a trained theatre technician available for your support. CAPTAIN REG SAUNDERS GALLERY AND COURTYARD A light-filled space perfect for intimate settings, cocktail functions, and book launches, the Captain Reg Saunders Gallery and Courtyard can also be used as a breakout space adjoining the Theatre. CATERING Trippas White Group is the proud and exclusive hospitality partner of the Australian War Memorial, providing premium services and event menus exploring Australia’s best and sustainable produce. Guests can immerse themselves in unique spaces, indulging in food and wine curated to reflect one of Australia’s most important cultural institutions. Our experienced events team understands a corporate occasion is planned with precision and with passion, and as such we can tailor our bespoke menus and packages to suit your tastes and event theme. Let our team help you in developing an engaging and impactful experience for you and your guests. GUIDED TOURS AND UNIQUE CORPORATE GIFTS
Purchasing corporate gifts at the Memorial Shop or including a Memorial guided tour will make a memorable event for your delegates. Charges apply.
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
CAPACITY CONFERENCE
COCKTAIL
BANQUET
Aircraft Hall
–
350
200
Captain Reg Saunders Gallery
–
200
–
Poppy's Café
–
200
110
190
–
–
Theatre
Due to changing COVD-19 restrictions, please contact us for capacity limitations in each venue space.
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The Trippas White team has completed the COVID-19 Safety Plan and are an approved COVID-Safe business. We are committed to ensuring a COVID-Safe experience for every customer. We look forward to serving you and ask for your cooperation. The safety of our guests and employees is our absolute priority.
CANBERRA AIRPORT OVERVIEW
address Level 4, 21 Terminal Avenue, Plaza Offices - West Canberra Airport ACT 2609 phone 02 6275 2238 email conference@canberraairport.com.au web airportbusinessparks.com.au
In a prime location less than ten minutes from Canberra’s CBD and only moments away from the airport terminal and the Vibe Hotel, Canberra Airport features a number of unique function spaces. Architecturally designed and set amongst the landscaped surrounds of three precincts – Brindabella Business Park, Majura Park and Fairbairn, all rooms feature integrated technology, offering a range of audio-visual equipment and assisted hearing loop. Our modern facilities provide both functionality and flexibility, and through spacious working areas and an abundance of natural light, inspire productive and innovative working. All spaces are well-appointed, with soundproof divider walls for multiple room configurations, dedicated catering spaces and block out blinds. A range of optional extras are also available at request.
BOOKING & ENQUIRIES CAPACITY LOCATION
Brindabella Park
Majura Park Fairbairn
ROOM
BOARDROOM
CLUSTERS
SQUARE
U-SHAPE
THEATRE
OPEN PLAN
Murrumbidgee
18
20
20
16
22
25
Gudgenby
18
16
20
12
10
25
Ginninderra
12
–
–
–
–
–
Molonglo
12
–
–
–
–
–
Bendora & Googong
25
36
28
10
18
45
Alastair Swayn Theatre
–
–
–
–
145
–
Majura Theatre
–
–
–
–
97
–
Cotter
15
22
20
18
25
30
Maple
24
30
20
24
40
–
Oak
24
30
20
24
40
–
WILLINGA PARK OVERVIEW
Located just 2.5 hours from Canberra, Willinga Park, situated in the picturesque Bawley Point, is one of the South Coast’s leading conference facilities. Inspiring big thinking by fusing creativity and collaboration, Willinga Park has the high-end facilities needed for lively one-day think tanks or luxurious multi-day retreat style conferences for medium-sized business groups. THE MAIN HALL
THE BOARDROOM
Our 20-seat executive boardroom offers a sophisticated space to meet, collaborate and share ideas whilst making the most of the latest in meeting technology. This state of-the-art room has all the resources you need for a seamless 'plug and play' meetings, tailored for you so it is simple and easy to set-up. For occasions that need longer than a day, overnight conferencing packages are available and made possible with luxury on-site accommodation, exclusive use of guest facilities and a private functions bar restaurant, all with tailored catering options. With the natural wonderland of the Southern Coast at your doorstep, Willinga Park’s unique beauty and exceptional quality is set to impress.
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
address 132 Forster Drive, Bawley Point, NSW 2539 phone 02 4405 5660 email conferences@willinga.com.au web willingapark.com.au
A 350sqm space adjoined to a 230sqm balcony provides a large space that caters for everything from open-plan networking events to luxurious banquets - all with floor to ceiling nature views of the surrounding countryside. Equipped with three large presentation screens supporting wireless presentation connectivity and fully adaptable conferencing equipment; the main hall is a versatile space that can cater for a range of small to medium scale conferences, corporate retreats, meetings, functions, expos and events for up to 350 delegates.
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CANBERRA AND REGION VISITORS CENTRE
address Regatta Point, Barrine Drive, Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6205 0044 email crvc@act.gov.au web visitcanberra.com.au
LOCATION
Stunning views and a central location combine to make the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre the perfect venue for your next function. Overlooking picturesque Lake Burley Griffin, the CRVC is conveniently located on the southern edge of the CBD just 15 minutes’ walk from the city. Offering some of the best views in Canberra, the CRVC is a modern purpose-built venue that is guaranteed to impress your guests. VENUE
With a capacity of 120 people the CRVC offers: • • • • • • •
Ample free car parking; Free public Wi-Fi; Integrated AV system and lectern; Large array of digital display screens that can be optimised to suit your event; Ability to work with caterers of your choice; Co-located with the National Capital Exhibition that showcases the history of Canberra; Availability from 5.30pm seven days a week.
CORPORATE GIFTS
In addition to proudly showcasing the best Canberra and Region products, the CRVC also offers an extensive range of “CBR” branded corporate gifts and merchandise. From “CBR” lanyards, coffee cups, notebooks and pins to local wines, distilled spirits and craft beers, the CRVC offers an extensive range to cater for any delegate or speaker gift.
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HYATT HOTEL CANBERRA - A PARK HYATT HOTEL
address Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla ACT 2600 phone 02 6270 1234 email canberra.park@hyatt.com web canberra.park.hyatt.com
VENUE
Hyatt Hotel Canberra – A Park Hyatt Hotel caters to you. Whether it is a dinner for 30 in the Black Mountain Room, cocktails for 270 in the exquisite Centenary Ballroom or a conference in the Federation Ballroom for 350 delegates, ten versatile venues are on offer. With its style and sophistication, Hyatt Hotel Canberra – A Park Hyatt Hotel is the perfect conference, seminar, meeting, dinner and cocktails venue. Sun filled rooms, such as the elegant art deco Atrium, can be incorporated into an event as a reception or pre-dinner drinks area. ACCOMMODATION AND GUEST FACILITIES
The hotel has 252 guest rooms including six Park Suites, six Diplomatic Suites and a Presidential Suite, each with marble bathrooms featuring separate shower cubicle and oversized bathtubs. Club Room guests enjoy exclusive access to the Ambassador Lounge where evening drinks and canapés are served nightly and an extensive continental breakfast the next morning. Park Deluxe heritage inspired rooms are located in the hotel’s 1920’s heritage listed section. The hotel offers dining in the Promenade Café, where guests choose from the seasonal a la carte menu or buffet on weekends. From that informal get together or a decadent afternoon tea, the Tea Lounge is the perfect venue. Speakers Corner Bar and the Rose Courtyard, located in the hotel’s original 1920’s heritage listed section, are perfect for relaxation and are great places to discuss the day’s conferencing with your colleagues. The clubhouse Fitness Centre includes a cardio theatre, weights room, indoor pool, spa and sauna and is complimentary to all in-house delegates. TECHNICAL
Hyatt Hotel Canberra – A Park Hyatt Hotel understands the integral part of providing our guests with modern technology. Installed wide screens, with the largest measuring 5.5m by 3m, are the first installation in Canberra of its kind. Panasonic projectors and a Meyer sound system will deliver cinema-quality audio-visual presentations in the Federation Ballroom. In addition, screens and sound systems have been installed throughout the function areas of the hotel. New equipment and facilities to assist with any hybrid or virtual elements for any event. The high-speed internet service powered by Docomo Inter-Touch means fast downloads and reliable access to your emails and Internet based company networking. Wireless Internet technology is available throughout the conference venues and public areas. Whether you need a single connection, multiple connections or wireless capabilities Hyatt Hotel Canberra and Docomo Inter Touch can assist. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
CAPACITY
DIMENSIONS
THEATHRE
COCKTAIL
BANQUET
CLASSROOM
CABARET
AREA(M2)
HEIGHT(M)
Federation Ballroom
500
600
340
260
300
504
5.5
Federation Ballroom Nth
250
300
150
80
130
–
5.5
Federation Ballroom Sth
200
200
120
100
90
–
5.5
The Gallery
100
150
80
–
60
252
3
The Canberra Rm (total a,b,c)
150
180
120
100
100
189
3
Black Mountain Room (a)
50
50
32
25
25
62
3
Mount Ainslie Room (b)
50
50
32
25
25
62
3
Murrumbidgee Room (c)
50
50
32
25
25
62
3
The Assembly
50
50
40
35
32
76
3
Centenary Ballroom
250
270
180
150
150
174
2.5
Centenary 1 or 2
60
100
60
30
50
120
2.5
Centenary Centre
40
60
60
30
50
98
2.5
Lavender Courtyard
–
400
250
–
200
–
–
Rose Courtyard
–
400
250
–
200
–
–
Palm Courtyard Nth
–
–
140
–
112
–
–
Palm Courtyard Sth
–
–
140
–
112
–
–
Griffin’s
–
50
–
–
–
92
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VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
As Canberra’s leading and award winning five star hotel, Hyatt Hotel Canberra – A Park Hyatt Hotel has over 1,300sqm of events space, which when combined with catering provided by a team of chefs will deliver a memorable catered event to impress delegates at your next conference or event.
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HOTEL REALM
address 18 National Circuit, Barton ACT 2600 phone 02 6163 1800 email events@domahotels.com.au web hotelrealm.com.au
LOCATION
• •
Hotel Realm, Canberra’s most exclusive 5-star hotel, is located on the footsteps of Parliament House Situated on National Circuit, Hotel Realm is surrounded by key national attractions including, the National Gallery of Australia, National Library of Australia, Old Parliament House, National Museum of Australia, Parliament House and the High Court of Australia
MEET
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The newly refurbished National Ballroom boasts state-of-the-art audio visual, laser projectors, extended pre-function spaces, new bathrooms, dedicated trade lift for bump-in/out, stunning custom-made chandeliers, fully integrated wireless presentation capabilities and a dedicated conference and events concierge The Ballroom can be divided into four functional spaces, which are pillarless, bathed in natural light The Hotel Realm boardrooms can seat up to 22 people with full catering available by the national award-winning banquet chefs. The boardrooms all have natural light and world-class IT facilities Doma Hotels recognise that people more commonly seek nutritionally balanced yet flavoursome catering, so we have taken this initiative and included items throughout our menus that will nourish and support mental focus All guests receive complimentary WiFi
STAY
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Hotel Realm has 163 hotel and suite style accommodation rooms Each room is designed to envelop our guests in complete comfort and uncluttered space with king beds in each room/suite – twin bedding available All guests receive complimentary WiFi, national newspapers, complimentary use of the health club including lap 25m indoor heated pool, luxury bathroom amenities and Nespresso coffee making facilities in each room, only available in suite or two bedroom
ON SITE FACILITIES
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25m indoor heated pool Two state-of-the-art health clubs Complimentary access to gyms Casual classes Two day spas Secure parking Buvette Bistro & Wine Bar - modern French cuisine, all-day dining Ostani Bar - tapas, oven-fired pizza, cocktails, coffee & snacks Chairman & Yip - Chef Hatted modern Asian cuisine Lilotang - Chef Hatted traditional Japanese Maple+Clove Wholefoods cafe
VENUE HIGHLIGHTS
Hotel Realm is part of the Realm Precinct with a variety of fine dining and casual restaurants, cafes, day spas, gyms, hair salon and more, making it more than just a conference venue- it is a destination for your delegates AREA
CAPACITY AREA (M2) HEIGHT (M) DIMENSIONS THEATRE COCKTAILS BANQUETS CABARET CLASSROOM BOARDROOM
National Ballroom
690
3.7
46 x 15
800
800
500
400
400
–
National 1
106
3.7
7 x 15
120
100
70
56
60
30
National 2
225
3.7
15 x 15
300
300
140
120
150
–
National 3
225
3.7
15 x 15
300
300
140
120
150
–
National 4
105
3.7
7 x 15
120
100
70
56
60
30
National 1 & 2
345
3.7
22 x 15
420
400
200
176
210
–
National 1& 2 & 3
555
3.7
37 x 15
700
700
350
296
350
–
National 2 & 3
450
3.7
30 x 15
550
550
280
240
270
–
National 2 & 3 & 4
555
3.7
37 x 15
700
700
350
296
350
–
National 3 & 4
–
345
3.7
22 x 15
420
400
200
176
210
High Courtyards
–
–
–
–
180
–
–
–
–
High Courtyard North
82
5
14.7 x 5.6
100
100
60
48
50
36
High Courtyard South
61
5
11 x 5.6
60
60
40
32
30
30
Boardrooms
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Realm Boardroom 1
–
3
–
–
–
–
–
–
20
Realm Boardroom 2
–
3
–
–
–
–
–
–
12
Realm Boardroom 3
–
3
–
–
–
–
–
–
12
Realm Boardroom 4
–
3
–
–
–
–
–
–
10
Realm Boardroom 3 & 4
–
3
–
–
–
–
–
–
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BRASSEY HOTEL
address Belmore Gardens & Macquarie Street, Barton ACT 2600 phone 02 6188 3288 email reservations@domahotels.com.au web brasseyhotel.com.au
Located on the footsteps of the Parliamentary Triangle, the Brassey Hotel is set on two and a half acres of manicured gardens and lawns. This 1920’s hotel has old world charm with all the comforts of a quality property. Positioned within Canberra’s most prestigious suburb of Barton, you will be a short stroll from all the iconic attractions including Parliament House, the National Gallery of Australia, the National Library, and Lake Burley Griffin. The Brassey Hotel is part of the Realm Precinct with a variety of fine dining and casual restaurants, cafes, day spas, gyms, hair salon and more, making it more than just a conference venue it is a destination for your delegates. Brassey Hotel is home to Canberra's leading wellness destination, Hale Gym + Spa. Surpassing all other fitness experiences in Canberra, guests of the Brassey Hotel will be treated to leading-edge Technogym equipment in a non-intimidating, contemporary, sophisticated environment. Hale Spa provides a full complement of day spa treatments. Hale Spa guests have access to the cave-like spa pool, steam rooms and infrared saunas.
BURBURY HOTEL & APARTMENTS
PRECINCT FACILITIES
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Two state-of-the-art health clubs Complimentary access to gyms Casual classes Two day spas Secure parking Buvette Bistro & Wine Bar - modern French cuisine Ostani Bar - tapas, oven fired pizzas, snacks and coffee Chairman & Yip - Chef Hatted modern Asian cuisine Lilotang - Chef Hatted traditional Japanese Maple+Clove Wholefoods cafe
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
address 1 Burbury Close, Barton ACT 2600 phone 02 6173 2700 email reservations@domahotels.com.au web burburyhotel.com.au
Located on Burbury Close in Barton, on the footsteps of Parliament House, the Burbury Hotel & Apartments offer contemporary designed accommodation for the corporate business visitor and discerning traveller alike. The Burbury Hotel is part of the Realm Precinct with a variety of fine dining and casual restaurants, cafes, day spas, gyms, hair salon and more, making it more than just a conference venue - it is a destination for your delegates. The Burbury Apartments offer a mix of one and two bedroom apartment style accommodation available for one night or longer stay. From 55-85sqm, the architecturally designed apartments are fully equipped with a full size kitchen, king size beds, Smart TVs in both lounge and bedrooms, Nespresso coffee making facilities, washing and drying machines, luxurious bathrooms, individually controlled air-conditioning, balconies, undercover secure parking and complimentary WiFi.
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LITTLE NATIONAL HOTEL
address 21 National Circuit, Barton ACT 2600 phone 02 6185 1988 email reservations@domahotels.com.au web littlenationalhotel.com.au
Comprising of 120 rooms, this luxurious hotel offers affordable luxury to all in an efficient space that requires no compromises. Little National Hotel is conceived for the business, conference and leisure guest who demands smart luxury and high amenity in a super-prime location but at a rate that allows for greater enjoyment of the other facilities offered by the thriving heart of Canberra’s Parliamentary Triangle. Each Little National Hotel room includes all the amenities of a 5-star hotel delivered in a well considered room featuring super-king size bed, wall-to-wall window, luxurious bathroom with rain shower and amenities, large HD Smart televisions, play-your-own smart devices direct, mood lighting, in-room safe, bar refrigerator and free high-speed WiFi. Public guest areas consisting of the hotel library and lounge augment the experience of the rooms. The spatial layout of these areas has been designed to allow for various modes of use, from interaction with friends or other guests, to finding a quiet private space to work from or relax. Uniquely positioned within the Realm Precinct, the Little National Hotel enjoys all the amenities on offer including a variety of fine dining and casual restaurants, cafes, day spas, gyms, hair salon and more, making it more than just a conference venue - it is a destination for your delegates.
PINNACLE APARTMENTS
address 11 Ovens Street, Kingston ACT 2604 phone 02 6239 9799 email reservations@pinnacleapartments.com.au web pinnacleapartments.com.au
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Doma Hotels is delighted to offer you the Pinnacle Apartments with one, two, three and four bedroom fully serviced apartments, found nestled in a tree-lined Kingston street. The leafy suburb of Kingston is reminiscent of a European village; by day cafés are filled with passers by and at night the energy is oozing out of chic bars and restaurants. At the Pinnacle Apartments, we offer security and relaxation in the heart of Australia’s capital. This is a perfect retreat for those travelling to Canberra on business with the convenience of being so close to the commercial hubs of Barton, Parliament House and the Russell offices. Servicing available, each apartment comprises open living areas and balconies. Guests have access to the onsite gym, outdoor pool and BBQ area. Doma Hotels is the largest hotelier in Canberra’s Parliamentary district. Offering high-quality accommodation including the 5 Star Hotel Realm, 4.5 Star Burbury Hotel & Apartments, Little National Hotel, Pinnacle Apartments and the heritage listed Brassey Hotel.
MERCURE CANBERRA BELCONNEN
address 59 Cameron Avenue, Belconnen ACT 2617 phone 02 6251 2255 email natasha.mijoc@laborclub.com.au web laborclub.com.au
Part of the Canberra Labor Club Group, Mercure Canberra Belconnen is a brand-new hotel featuring 125 stylish versatile accommodation rooms suited for both business and leisure travellers. Enjoy premium spacious rooms with modern technology and high-speed Wi-Fi, a large premium business lounge in our lobby and a number of restaurants and cafes. Mercure Canberra Belconnen is conveniently located 10 minutes from Canberra CBD, within walking distance to Belconnen Business District, University of Canberra, and minutes from the Australian Institute of Sport and GIO stadium. Our hotel is perfectly situated next to the entertainment and business events facilities of the Canberra Labor Club Belconnen, providing premium facilities for all meetings and events from small boardrooms to banquet dinners, with four large natural light-filled conference and event spaces all fitted with modern AV. Canberra Labor Club’s extensive menu selections offer great value and we are happy to work with you individually to tailor a package that is just right for your event. Our friendly staff will take those extra steps to ensure a successful memorable event. Everything can be taken care of so you and your delegates can get right to work. The Canberra Labor Club Group also offers an additional three great venues located conveniently in Ginninderra, Canberra City and Weston Creek. The newly renovated Ginninderra Labor Club boasts two function rooms located on the lower floor of the club’s premises. The Dunlop room is the largest of the two, and with a seating capacity of 110 people is ideal for a range of occasions, including small meetings or social functions. Our City Labor Club located in the heart of Petrie Plaza in the CBD features modern design and plush decor. The Club offers everything from a quick afternoon snack, an enjoyable business lunch, or a sophisticated evening of cocktails. The City Labor Club staff pride themselves on providing a joyous experience while offering quality products in a great location.
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
CAPACITY BANQUET
CABARET
THEATRE
U-SHAPE
BOARDROOM
COCKTAIL
Fred Daley
250
150
350
–
–
350
Whitlam
80
60
80
30
30
100
–
–
–
–
12
–
50
36
60
30
30
60 100
Barbara Byrne Annex City CLC
60
40
60
–
–
Weston CLC
100
80
120
40
30
120
Ginninderra CLC
80
60
100
30
20
100
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
Weston Creek Labor Club is located in the heart of Stirling and overlooks beautifully manicured bowling greens and surrounding parkland and sporting fields. The Club is modern, bright and comfortable and provides a relaxing pleasant atmosphere. Host your next Christmas or team building event at Weston Creek Labor Club and take advantage of a great selection of bowls packages including barefoot bowls.
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NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA | GINGER CATERING
address National Arboretum Canberra, Forest Drive, off Tuggeranong Parkway, Molonglo Valley ACT 2611 phone Events: 02 6273 4366 | General Enquires: 02 6207 8484 email Events: info@gingercatering.com.au | General: arboretum@act.gov.au web nationalarboretum.act.gov.au | gingercatering.com.au
LOCATION
The National Arboretum Canberra combines a living collection of forests with an entertainment and events centre offering unique experiences. Both the Village Centre and Margaret Whitlam Pavilion offer an abundance of natural light with continuous sweeping views through glass walls. The site is a mosaic of living forests and gardens. It is a destination venue ideal for gala dinners, receptions, meetings, weddings and parties. As winner of the 2019 and 2021 ACT Tourism Award for Tourist Attraction, it is a venue sure to impress. GINGER CATERING
Our People. Our Produce. Our Passion Ginger Catering deliver premium paddock to plate dining and event experiences at the National Arboretum Canberra in a way that is fair to farmers, families, and the future. Canberra’s Ginger Catering has delighted diners for 20 years with a creative take on contemporary Australian cuisine, blending new and traditional techniques to deliver a unique food experience. Ginger Catering’s award-winning executive chef Janet Jeffs is a leader in promoting sustainable food practices. OUR VENUES
VILLAGE CENTRE An iconic venue perched high on a hill, with sweeping nature inspired architecture and breathtaking views across the capital. Perfect for wedding receptions, award ceremonies, cocktail parties and formal dinners. Available from 6pm, seven nights a week. MARGARET WHITLAM PAVILION A spectacular architectural space, ideal for smaller meetings, cocktail parties, ceremonies, product launches and gatherings, the Pavilion offers an intimate setting with an expansive vista over the city. Available seven days and nights a week. EVENTS TERRACE A spacious grassed terrace with expansive views; ideal for marquee events. Available seven days and nights a week. AMPHITHEATRE The great outdoor Amphitheatre is ideal for festivals and concerts. Available seven days and nights a week. NATIONAL BONSAI AND PENJING COLLECTION AND SOUTH DECK This fascinating collection of living artworks serves as an exquisite and unique venue. Available seven nights a week. FORESTS AND LOOKOUTS The Arboretum features outdoor venues including lookout decks with sensational views and settings nestled in the leafy forests. Multi-use trails weave through 250 hectares of picturesque rolling hills. Available seven days and nights a week. MENUS FOR EVERY OCCASION Our menus reflect our commitment to showcasing Canberra’s best regional produce grown sustainably. Breakfasts, conferences, long lunches, cocktail events or gala dinners, Ginger takes care of every detail. From the finest, freshest, seasonal produce to the finishing touches, we ensure yours will be a smooth and memorable event. CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS CAPACITY
AREA BANQUET ROUNDS
COCKTAILS
500
900
500
–
400
–
–
60
120
80
30
48
30
33
30
Terrace Room
–
(indoors only)
30
30
–
–
25
24
30
Terrace Room + Discovery Garden
–
–
–
–
–
–
– –
Village Centre Margaret Whitlam Pavilion
Ginger at the Arboretum Restaurant
78
120
(indoors & outdoors
THEATRE CLASSROOM CABARET
BOARD ROOM
U SHAPE
HOLLOW SQUARE
120
–
–
–
96
–
–
Green Room
–
–
45
16
–
30
–
–
Amphitheatre
–
4000
–
–
–
–
–
–
By arrangement
–
–
–
–
–
–
–
Events Terrace
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIA
address Acton Peninsula Canberra ACT phone 02 6208 5179 email venuehire@nma.gov.au web nma.gov.au
The National Museum of Australia provides a unique venue that will impress your guests. The Museum sits proudly on the shore of Lake Burley Griffin, has an abundance of natural light and combines indoor and outdoor spaces to provide a magnificent backdrop for any function. THE MUSEUM VENUES
THE GANDEL ATRIUM With soaring ceilings and expansive windows, this stunning architectural space provides a unique experience for your guests, who will dine among objects representing some of Australia’s defining moments. The venue also has a large, high-definition screen and a customised sound system.
PENINSULA ROOM A versatile venue for day or evening events. Located on the water’s edge, the floor-toceiling windows offer an abundance of natural light and lake views. Guests also have exclusive use of an external deck and undercover outdoor area, perfect for pre-dinner drinks or a conference breakout space. MUSEUM CAFE Enjoying panoramic views over Lake Burley Griffin, this award-winning space also offers an outdoor deck and balcony space (on request) for your evening event. VISIONS THEATRE A dedicated lecture theatre suitable for talks, presentations and screenings. GALLERY MEZZANINE (OPENING 2022) The Museum’s newest event space will offer an unrivalled guest experience. An open venue available for your exclusive use, the Mezzanine overlooks the Museum’s new environmental history gallery. Available as a breakout area, display space, cocktail lounge or dramatic dinner venue, guests will find themselves surrounded by objects and stories, making for a unique and memorable event. VISIONS LANDING (OPENING 2022) Overlooking the lake with floor-to-ceiling windows, this venue is the perfect intimate dinner location for smaller groups. CATERING Award-winning Broadbean Catering has established a reputation for outstanding service and delicious food using local produce in menus that reflect the season. VENUE HIGHLIGHTS
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Award-winning caterers Stunning architecture Views over Lake Burley Griffin In-house AV technical team and equipment Private gallery and exhibition viewings Corporate and VIP gifts from the Museum Shop Wide variety of venues from intimate spaces to the expansive Atrium and the Mezzanine, overlooking the Great Southern Land gallery.
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
CAPACITY
DIMENSIONS
THEATRE
COCKTAIL
BANQUET
AREA (M2)
The Gandel Atrium
500
1,000
500
1,532
2.4 to 14
Bay Window
120
150
110
125
2.4 to 14
Peninsula Room
250
280
200
332
2.7
–
100
–
100
2.7
Peninsula Room Breezeway and Deck
CEILING HEIGHT(M)
Museum Café
–
250
155
200
2.4 to 6
Lakeside Deck
–
1,000
200
300
OUTDOOR
Visions Theatre
5.25
177
–
–
120
Visions Mezzanine
–
–
180
300
–
Visions Landing
–
–
40
100
–
Garden of Australian Dreams
–
1,000
350
5,500
OUTDOOR
Forecourt
–
1,000
–
2,814
OUTDOOR
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
Image: Paul Chapman
BAY WINDOW Suitable for breakfast presentations, cocktail receptions or dinners, the Bay Window offers both dramatic architecture and intimacy within the larger Atrium space. Vast curved windows with views across the lake provide a stunning backdrop to your event.
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NATIONAL GALLERY OF AUSTRALIA | CATERING BY RESTAURANT ASSOCIATES
address Parkes Place, Parkes, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia phone 02 6240 6711 email events@nga.gov.au web nga.gov.au/about-us/venue-hire
The National Gallery of Australia houses the nation’s art collection which spans 5,000 years of international art and more than 30,000 years of indigenous Australian culture including works drawn from every branch of the visual arts. Ideally located in the heart of the national capital and home to several truly unique function spaces, the National Gallery of Australia provides a stunning backdrop for conferences, lunches, dinners, cocktail parties, formal and business occasions. Driven by a passion for food, a commitment to excellence and a flair for creativity, the National Gallery’s exclusive caterers, Restaurant Associates, cater for a wide variety of events. Highly regarded in contemporary cuisine, service and event management they will work with you to create a bespoke and memorable experience. VENUES
GANDEL HALL The most popular event space. Featuring grand gold leaf doors, and beautiful hardwood red ironbark floors, this multipurpose venue is spacious, and light filled. The floor to ceiling windows running the length of the hall open onto a terrace in the Australian Gardens, the perfect setting to inspire. Permanently featuring Gran’ vasi di Palazzo Ducale, Parma (large vases from the Ducal Palace, Parma), two immense marble vases flanking Gandel Stage. Gandel Hall has not only the functionality of a beautiful event space but the art and décor to reflect the amazing building that is the National Gallery of Australia. A magnificent backdrop for gala dinners, cocktail parties or all-day conferences. Predrinks can be held on the Australia Terrace with direct access to the Australian Garden and artworks such as James Turrell’s monumental Skyspace Within Without. SCULPTURE GARDEN PAVILION A permanent marquee restaurant overlooking the serene landscape of the Sculpture Garden and situated on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, a delightful venue in the warmer months. Fujiko Nakaya’s nearby fog sculpture, Foggy wake in a desert: An ecosphere, can be activated to enhance the ambience of your event, with fog floating majestically through the casuarinas and across the pond towards the pavilion. This is the ideal space for a lunch, cocktail party, or dinner in an intimate garden setting. JAMES FAIRFAX THEATRE Recently refurbished, this is a versatile theatre, with multiple presentation options, a superior cinema-quality projection and audio system, and an array of theatrical lighting and sound equipment. Capability for conferences, symposiums, staff training, film screenings, musical performance, dance and theatre. THE NATIONAL GALLERY DINING ROOM Features 10-metre-high ceilings and large windows overlooking the Sculpture Garden and Lake Burley Griffin. This area creates a spacious and elegant atmosphere for cocktail receptions and formal dinners.
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
Gandel Hall* Sculpture Garden National Gallery Dining Room
James O Fairfax Theatre
80
*Gandel Hall can be broken into 3 spaces
CAPACITY THEATRE
COCKTAILS
BANQUET
400
900
280
–
180
80
– 244 +3 wheel chair spaces
200
135 (Long Tables)
–
–
OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE | CATERING BY RESTAURANT ASSOCIATES
address 18 King George Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6261 7200 (for venue hire and event enquiries) email moadophevents@restaurantassociates.com.au web functionsatoph.com.au | restaurantassociates.com.au
Boasting abundance of natural light and sweeping views the historic Old Parliament House has long been the venue for spectacular celebrations. From royal banquets and official state receptions to corporate conferences and galas alike, this venue has hosted it all. Restored, this renowned heritage listed venue continues to provide a sophisticated and elegant backdrop for events of all styles. As exclusive caterers to Old Parliament House, Restaurant Associates have an enviable track record, working as in-house caterers for some of the most significant and prestigious organisations in the world including New York’s Guggenheim Museum, Somerset House in London and iconic Australian venues such as Sydney Town Hall and National Gallery of Victoria. Decades of politics and passion echo through the corridors. Be captivated by intriguing stories and the beautiful architecture of the historic building on a guided tour offered by the Museum of Australian Democracy. Our team can even organise a tour for your conference or event guests. Whether you are planning a cocktail party, a formal dinner or conference, we have a number of stunning venues with the capability to host any unique event. Contact us to find out more about the fantastic opportunities our spaces have to offer.
MANUKA OVAL BY GEMA GROUP Manuka Oval is a venue within central Canberra that boasts large and open spaces overlooking the field of play. There are a variety of function areas to suit any event, from a rooftop bar to a press conference room. The floor to ceiling windows in the Bradman Room offer an extraordinary view of the playing surface and vast amounts of natural light. The space is perfect for conferences, cocktail parties, gala dinners and beyond. FEATURES
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA BRADMAN GRANDSTAND
Bradman Room Executive Boardroom Press Conference Room Photographers Lounge
CAPACITY THEATRE
CABARET
BOARDROOM U-SHAPE
300
176
60
50
32
20
DIMENSIONS BANQUET
COCKTAIL
EXPO
HEIGHT (M)
AREA
60
240
300
26 trestles
6.5m
27.0m x 14.0m
20
40
50
–
2.6m
8.0m x 6.0m
6.5m
13.2m x 6.0m
Studio 1
20
16
14
14
20
20
8 trestles 6 trestles 8 trestles –
Studio 2
20
16
14
–
20
20
–
2.9m
4.2m x 6.0m
–
–
–
–
120
150
15 trestles
3.5m
30.0m x 6.5m
Press Lounge
Media Rooftop Terrace
77
64
35
35
80
80
foyer
–
–
–
–
50
77
64
36
36
100
100
2.9m
8.9m x 8.1m
2.9m
13.5m x 5.9m
2.9m
4.2m x 6.0m
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
address Manuka Oval, Manuka Circle, Griffith ACT 2603 phone 02 6251 5484 email canberraevents@gema.com.au web manukaoval.com.au
• Flexible catering packages • Bespoke event planning • Views across the field of play and Manuka surrounds • Centrally located within the parliamentary triangle • Proximity to several accommodation providers • Variety of AV options • Multiple breakout spaces Contact our dedicated event planner for a quote on 02 6251 5484 or at canberraevents@gema.com.au
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PIALLIGO ESTATE
address 18 Kallaroo Rd, Pialligo ACT 2609 phone 02 6247 6060 email events@pialligo.estate web thepialligoestate.com.au
ESCAPE & IMPRESS
For a truly unique experience away from the crowds, escape to this lush working farm nestled along the fertile banks of the Molonglo River, just minutes from the CBD. Choose from a range of engaging activities from educational farm tours, to gardening or cooking masterclasses, to create unique team building experiences. Or create everlasting memories with a range of optional entertainment add-ons to create a truly bespoke experience. Situated next to the Airport in a private and peaceful farm setting, the breathtaking 55-acre Estate showcases produce and wine from its olive grove, vineyard, 1,000 fruit tree orchard, historical market garden and award-winning Smokehouse. Menus are truly seasonal and driven by a strong farm-to-table ethos which practices sustainable, organic farming and zero wastage. Amazing rose gardens are framed by breathtaking sunsets, guaranteed to make an everlasting impression on your guests. With several expansive indoor and outdoor spaces for entertaining, including small intimate meetings to large social or corporate gatherings of up to 500 people, the Estate is perfect for any style of event. Whether you’re planning an olive grove soirée, corporate dinner, team building meeting, conference, cocktail party or a black-tie Gala Dinner, work with our events team to turn our 55-acre farm into your spectacular playground. Just minutes to a world away... SPECTACULAR SPACES
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Glasshouse Pialligo Pavilion Pialligo Fields Market Grill The Plot Olive Grove Orchard
UNIQUE FEATURES
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The Glasshouse is an open space of beauty and tranquillity. With rich natural light and high-glass walls surrounded by rolling hills and lush gardens, Glasshouse is a true showstopper. The Pialligo Pavilion is a light-filled casual dining space with several private pavilions for smaller groups perfect for team meetings, conferences and planning days. Pialligo Fields is a dynamic space suitable for meetings and conferences and funfilled social functions, complimented by the breathtaking views and private bar. Market Grill restaurant curates an outstanding dining experience with charcoal and woodfire cooking at its finest. Breathtaking views and sunsets over the Canberra skyline and Parliament House. Choose The Plot, Olive Grove or Orchard to bring another dimension to your outdoor event. All spaces operate with a full Covid Safe Plan in place.
BE CONSUMED
From intimate events to large-scale soirees, escape to the Estate for an immersive experience to consume the senses and impress your guests. Spectacular sunsets, flexible spaces and delicious produce grown metres from the kitchen, your 55-acre playground awaits.
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA CONFERENCE
THEATRE
BOARDROOM
Glasshouse
220
120
250
50
300
Glasshouse Infinity Lawn & Deck
300
–
400
–
400
Glasshouse Gazebo Lawns
COCKTAIL
–
–
–
–
400
250
–
–
–
300
Pavilion Private Dining
28
–
30
18
40
Pavilion Chef’s Tables
20
–
–
–
–
Pialligo Fields
80
50
100
30
120 300
Pavilion (Entire Dining Space)
82
CAPACITY BANQUET
Pialligo Fields (Lawns & Patio)
–
–
–
–
Market Grill
58
–
–
–
–
Market Grill Private Dining
28
–
40
18
30
The Plot
50
–
–
–
70
THE BOAT HOUSE
address Grevillea Park, Menindee Drive, Barton ACT 2600 phone 02 6273 5500 email info@theboathouse.restaurant web theboathouse.restaurant
RESTAURANT QUALITY FOOD AND SERVICES LOCATION
As you approach the Boat House, you’ll be taken aback by one of Canberra’s best outlooks of Lake Burley Griffin and key monuments such as the Carillon and Parliament House. Situated in private parkland on the absolute water lapping edge of Lake Burley Griffin, this excellent and private venue is located in beautiful Grevillea Park. The airport, city centre and the Federal Government’s Defence Headquarters are just five minutes away. VENUE
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Metres from the water’s edge of Lake Burley Griffin Fine dining restaurant Three function rooms Whole venue available for hire for exclusivity Functions from 15 – 200+ people Amazing lake views and deck access from every room Enjoy an open fireplace in our West End dining room Garden space available for trade displays and marquees
VENUE HIGHLIGHTS
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With one of the best fine dining restaurants in Canberra, we offer restaurant quality food and service in our function packages Menu changes seasonally to reflect the best available produce – sourced locally where possible Ample free parking Open fireplace in West End room Stylish and sophisticated décor with plenty of natural light in each function room Deck and garden access from every room Amazing views of the lake and key landmarks including Parliament House and Telstra Tower Proximity to city centre and airport
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS CAPACITY
DIMENSIONS AREA (M2)
THEATRE
COCKTAILS
BANQUET
Walter’s
80
60
48
73
West End
120
130
88
126
East End
80
60
48
63
Combined East & West
200
200
160
189
Whole venue
200
300
160
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UC EVENTS AND CONFERENCING
address Building 24, University Drive, University of Canberra, South Bruce ACT 2617 phone 02 6206 8577 or 0458 706 878 email conferencecentre@canberra.edu.au web ucx.canberra.edu.au
A stylish and light-filled location, the University of Canberra’s Ann Harding Conference Centre includes a large entry foyer, main multi-purpose conference room and two adjacent seminar rooms. The venue can seamlessly transform from a professional meeting space or high-end exhibition hall to an intimate environment for your special occasion. The Ann Harding Conference Centre can be booked along with a selection of affordable catering packages. MAIN CONFERENCE ROOM
Our main conference room is a generously sized auditorium, offering a range of versatile layout options. Whether you’re looking to host a conference, presentation evening or gala dinner, it can be easily configured to suit your event requirements. Furnished with state-of-the-art audio–visual equipment included in your hire cost; our conference room offers exceptional value for money. FOYER
The Conference Centre foyer offers a unique function space, with large glass walls providing an open and airy atmosphere. Easily accessible and containing a built-in speaker system, the foyer is perfect for cocktail events and exhibitions, or as a catering space for your conference or meeting. The foyer can be booked on its own for an individual event or with other rooms as part of a larger itinerary. SEMINAR ROOMS
The two seminar rooms adjacent to the conference room can be used for standalone workshops or as breakout rooms for conferences. A removable wall between the zones also allows you to create one large space for up to 170 guests. UC REFECTORY
If none of the above spaces suit your needs, The UC Refectory might just be for you. From formal balls and award ceremonies to trade shows and gigs, the UC Refectory is the perfect backdrop for your large-scale event. With a variety of room configurations available and in-house pop-up bar facilities, the Refectory’s flexibility allows you to choose from a range of catering scenarios for your guests. CATERING PACKAGES
UCEventsx offers a wide selection of catering packages to suit your event, including canapes, banquet-style refreshments, or individual meal options. Whether you’re hosting an early morning conference with coffee and croissants, a light finger food lunch or formal three-course dinner, we’ll work with you to make sure your guests enjoy excellent quality food and beverage choices which also cater to their dietary requirements.
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
84
CAPACITY BOARDROOM
THEATRE
CLASSROOM
CABARET
COCKTAIL
BANQUET
Foyer
–
–
–
–
72
–
U-SHAPE
–
Conference Room
40
140
58
108
140
108
36
Seminar Rooms Combined
24
85
40
54
84
54
30
Seminar Room One
12
47
24
30
50
30
16
Seminar Room Two
12
38
16
24
50
24
14
Refectory
–
400
–
300
400
300
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EXHIBITION PARK IN CANBERRA Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC) is a Territory owned multi-purpose events facility, located at the gateway to the Nation’s Capital. What sets our venue apart are the unique industrial and modern indoor and outdoor features and facilities; which highlights the Territory’s distinctive country setting. With EPIC you get all the event and function services you need in one place, from planning to detailed implementation, at competitive prices. Our team create thoughtful catering menus, competitive packages and pricing for any event budget or style. Your guests will find accessing the event simple, offering ample free parking and direct access to Canberra’s new light rail network. So be innovative and transform your next event into a unique, creative and memorable experience for attendees. address Corner of Flemington Road & Northbourne Avenue, Mitchell ACT 2911 phone 02 6205 5230 email infoepic@act.gov.au web exhibitionparkincanberra.com
BENEFITS AT A GLANCE
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Events for 20 to 3,000 people Competitive packages and pricing 9,000m2 of carpeted spaces Natural light and fresh air Innovative catering menu to suit any event Full planning to implementation services Expert on-site event team 8 minutes from the city 15 minutes from the airport Free parking for up to 3,000 vehicles Access to the light rail network Easy access to quality hotels, bars and restaurant precincts On-site camping ground All venues offer accessible facilities
address The Australian National University, Acton ACT 2601 phone 02 6230 4518 email concierge.kambri@wdmanagement.com.au web kambri.com.au
Kambri at ANU has been a meeting place for thousands of years, with the name gifted to the ANU by representatives of the Little Gudgenby River Tribal Council, Buru Ngunawal Aboriginal Corporation, King Brown Tribal Group, and the Ngarigu Currawong Clan. The Precinct is a vibrant hub offering event, educational, cultural, health, well-being and social experiences in a university setting. This contemporary space provides a range of unique and diverse venues that can accommodate a full range of events – from sit-down formal dining to full day conferences, networking or a fun cocktail party. With breakout spaces for small meetings ranging from 30 to 60 people, as well as formal theatre spaces with the capacity to seat up to 500 people, and a stunning gallery, there’s the perfect place for every business or function. The Kambri precinct embodies the spirit of Canberra, connecting public spaces to culture, entertainment and education through a dynamic mix of eateries, art, film, music, theatre and thought. With the foundations of a strong connection to the land, Kambri has created a central hub that brings together people from all walks of life, and inspires innovation through connecting people, place and culture.
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QT CANBERRA
address 1 London Circuit, Canberra City, ACT 2601 toll free 1800 026 169 phone 02 6247 6244 email functions_qtcanberra@evt.com.au web qtcanberra.com.au
LOCATION
Situated on the doorstep of Lake Burley Griffin, just steps from Canberra’s cultural and design precinct New Acton, QT Canberra is full of surprising quirk and luxury chic that is hard not to appreciate. The hotel is surrounded by some of the city’s hottest restaurants and bars, including the award winning Capitol Bar & Grill, hidden art galleries, retail stores and commercial spaces. CONFERENCE FEATURES
QT Canberra has extensive experience delivering spectacular events. Whether it’s a small meeting or national conference size to launch your new idea our QT’ies can help bring your vision to life. Committed to a flawless guest experience, event options extend to additional spaces such as spacious dining areas, exhibitions rooms and private lounges. • • • • •
Largest hotel conference facilities in the Canberra region Entire floor dedicated to events on Level 1 Caters up to 1000 in Theatre/Cocktail and 600 Banquet Style Complimentary High-Speed WIFI 7 pillar-less function rooms with multiple layout options, large windows & natural light
FOOD & BEVERAGE
QT Canberra’s menus have been crafted to deliver big dish energy with a twist. From gourmet canapés and cocktails, to sommelier-led wine lists and opulent banquets, our team of QT’ies take pride in sophisticated and quirky food and beverage offerings. EVENT VENUES
LEVEL 1 EVENTS FLOOR The QT Ballroom offers a totally pillar-less space with floor to ceiling windows and abundant natural light. Sound proof divider walls provide for multiple room configurations, while Studio 2 and 3 can be merged into one space or sectioned as two separate meeting rooms. The flexibility and facilities of the events floor easily lends itself to conferences and trade exhibition setups. EXHIBITION SPACE The Eureka Room is conveniently located on the ground floor and offers a unique stand-alone venue catering to an array of event types. With floor to ceiling windows across the rear of the room, this space provides natural light and flexibility. PRIVATE DINING Hidden throughout the hotel you’ll find Canberra’s tasty secret gems. Lucky’s Speakeasy for the low-takers and highballers provides dining with prohibition era chic. Elevate your experience with cocktails on the marbled bar in the QT Lounge, Canberra’s most exclusive venue. With sweeping views across the Canberra landscape the QT Lounge offers cheeky sophistication for those in the know. HOTEL FACILITIES
With ingrained history and political styling, designer decor, renowned food and wine offerings and always a signature touch of quirk; QT Canberra is dedicated to hosting unforgettable experiences for guests. • •
205 Guest Rooms with signature QT Dream Beds 24 hr in room dining, 24 hr reception, secure parking, quirky QT Mini bars
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QT Ballroom QT Ballroom 1 QT Ballroom 2 QT Ballroom 3 Studio 1 Studio 2 Studio 3 Studio 4 QT Lounge Private 1 QT Lounge Private 2 QT Lounge Cahoots Event Lounge Lucky’s Speakeasy
CAPACITY
DIMENSIONS
THEATRE
CABARET
BANQUET
COCKTAIL
CLASSROOM
U-SHAPE
BOARDROOM
AREA (M2)
1000 500 150 250 45 40 40 30 40 25 – – 60
500 200 80 120 25 25 25 20 – – 40 – 70
600 240 100 140 30 30 30 20 26 (long table) 16 (long table) 60 (long table) 30 (long table) 60 (long table)
1000 500 180 300 30 30 30 25 50 25 120 148 350
400 150 80 110 25 25 25 15 10 – – – –
– 60 40 50 20 20 20 15 20 – – – –
– 50 40 40 20 20 20 15 26 16 – – –
859 425 177 257 58 48 48 42 54 38 226 188 420
RYDGES CANBERRA LOCATION
Located in the heart of Forrest, just steps from Parliament House, the newly refurbished Rydges Canberra offers superior facilities in one of Canberra’s best postcodes. CONFERENCE FEATURES
From a multi-day conference to a bespoke private dining event, the Rydges Canberra team can help you bring your idea to life through a selection of unique spaces. • Forrest Suite breaks into 3 rooms making it perfect for a plenary and breakout rooms • Large outdoor terraces overlooking the hotel gardens • Catering by The George Bar & Grill • Complimentary High-Speed WIFI address 17 Canberra Avenue, Forrest ACT 2603 phone 02 6295 3144 email functions_rydgescanberra@evt.com web rydges.com/accommodation/canberra-act/ canberra
HOTEL FACILITIES
One of Canberra’s most iconic buildings, Rydges Canberra features a large open atrium which is home to the hotel’s signature restaurant The George Bar & Grill. Settle around one of the 3 fireplaces and enjoy a George for Him or George for Her cocktail under the sails the hotel is so well known for. • 180 Guest Rooms in a range of styles from Twin Rooms through to King Suites • 24 hr in room dining, 24 hr reception, secure parking, onsite health club with heated pool • Signature restaurant The George Bar & Grill
A BY ADINA CANBERRA A BY ADINA CANBERRA IS TFE HOTELS’ PREMIUM HOTEL LIVING EXPERIENCE.
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
address 1 Constitution Avenue, Canberra ACT 2601 Australia phone 02 5134 6444 email meet@tfehotels.com web abyadina.com
Located on the corner of Constitution Place (with its mix of retail, eateries and experiences), A by Adina offers 130 contemporary apartments that are detailed in their simplicity, clever in design and feel like you are in your own private apartment in the heart of the CBD. The premium apartment-style hotel offers 24-hour reception, intuitive service, onsite parking, standard rooms, and Destination A rooms which are supported by curated premium experiences – think exercise equipment, turn down and pillow menus. And when the day’s work is done, the hotel’s Daily Pause allows you to kick back, relax and imbibe in the comfort of your spacious room. A by Adina Canberra is self-contained and ideal for the corporate traveller, convention delegate or incentive group looking for space to stretch out on any visit to the nation’s capital. Eateries that are perfect for business or pleasure - like Meat & Wine Co, Arc, Mu Omakase, Tenkomori and The Cicada Bar - the Parliamentary Triangle, Lake Burley Griffin, and a line-up of ‘must experience’ landmarks are all right on our doorstep and, importantly, The National Convention Centre Canberra is an easy stroll - less than 300 metres away from our front door.
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CANBERRA SOUTHERN CROSS CLUB WODEN
address 92-96 Corinna Street, Phillip ACT 2606 phone 02 6283 7265 email events@cscc.com.au web cscc.com.au/category/functions-events
Situated 15 minutes from the Canberra CBD the Southern Cross Club Woden is the ideal venue for your next meeting, conference or event. With the entire first floor dedicated to event space; we have a range of versatile function rooms to select from. Whether you are organising a small seminar, a planning day, or a large conference, we have a suitable room for you. From our purpose-built Corinna Ballroom with interchangeable walls and seating configurations, through to the newly refurbished state-of-the-art Top of the Cross – we can cater for every occasion, budget and taste from an intimate meeting to a large conference. Featuring undercover onsite free parking, state of the art technology and highly competitive packages. We are also willing to work with you to tailor a package to reflect your corporate taste and style, allowing of course for any special dietary requirements. Our friendly and dedicated sales team has extensive experience in helping clients plan and deliver successful government, corporate and private events. Contact us to find out more about packages and events spaces on offer.
CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
CAPACITY THEATRE
BANQUET
CABARET
BOARDROOM
CLASSROOM
U-SHAPE
COCKTAIL
Corinna Ballroom
1000
700
560
–
–
–
1000
Corinna Room 1
550
320
260
–
250
80
500
Corinna Room 2
300
150
120
60
160
70
300
Corinna Room 4
35
20
–
16
24
12
35
Top of the Cross
400
250
160
–
–
–
400
Orion Room
120
100
70
30
54
32
150
Private Dining Room
50
50
40
20
40
30
80
The Boardroom Woden
–
–
–
20
–
–
–
NATIONAL ARCHIVES OF AUSTRALIA Hold an unforgettable event at the National Archives of Australia – the memory of the nation. Located in historic East Block in Canberra’s parliamentary triangle, the National Archives is the perfect blend of heritage venue and contemporary facilities. We can host up to 120 in our versatile 168 square metre function space, available to be configured to your requirements. Our award-winning gallery spaces host a range of permanent and temporary exhibitions sure to inform and inspire. Perfect for your guests to explore before or after your event! Cafe Constitution, run by respected local operators TreeEighty3, is a welcoming space for coffee, wine and culinary delights. Work with their catering experts to develop the perfect menu. FEATURES
address Kings Avenue, Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6212 3600 email venues@naa.gov.au web naa.gov.au
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Audio-visual system, lectern and stage Free public WiFi Ample parking Walking distance to all parliamentary triangle attractions Close to accommodation in Parkes and Barton Gifts and souvenirs available from the Archives Store Inquire about special guided tours for your guests
PAVILION ON NORTHBOURNE LOCATION
Pavilion on Northbourne is a 4.5 star hotel centrally located just 2kms from the CBD, within walking distance to the retail & dining precinct, Dickson, and a 10 minute drive from the Canberra International Airport. Our partner properties, Avenue Hotel Canberra and Deco Hotel Canberra, are also perfectly situated and a convenient option for overflow accommodation. ACCOMMODATION
address 242 Northbourne Ave, Canberra ACT 2602 toll free 1800 828 000 phone 02 6247 6888 email functions@capitalhotelgroup.com.au web pavilioncanberra.com.au
Featuring 156 deluxe hotel rooms and apartments overlooking two unique, lush tropical atriums, delegates can surround themselves in a relaxing atmosphere. The Atrium Restaurant & Bar is also set amongst the atrium and is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Pavilion on Northbourne offers complimentary secure onsite parking, 24 hour reception and room service, gym, outdoor pool, business centre, guest laundry and free WiFi. VENUE
With two stunning tropical atriums bringing the outdoors in, the Pavilion on Northbourne provides a unique venue all year round and the perfect backdrop for any event, offering that WOW factor. Be it a conference, special celebration, or just a place to meet, Pavilion on Northbourne has facilities to suit your requirements. Four dedicated conference rooms provide a range of options for events of up to 250 guests, with pillar-less spaces and soft, natural lighting, as well as block out options, and fully equipped Audio Visual equipment. The events team can assist with all aspects of your event, from planning and concept stages, right through to managing all of the technical elements on the day. Discover or rediscover this unique venue! CONVENTION FUNCTION AREAS AREA
CAPACITY
DIMENSIONS
THEATRE
COCKTAIL
BANQUET
CLASSROOM
CABARET
U-SHAPE
BOARDROOM
AREA (M2)
Four Seasons A
100
100
80
30
58
25
25
108
Four Seasons B
100
100
80
30
58
25
25
108
Four Seasons
250
200
190
120
130
50
–
217
Forest Room
100
100
70
40
56
30
25
120
Boardroom
30
20
10
16
10
16
16
35
Glasshouse
40
100
90
40
40
15
30
168
Lower Atrium
–
70
40
–
–
–
–
130
Atrium
–
250
70
–
–
–
–
500
Seating capacities represent maximum numbers allowance for lectern only. Staging and dance floor requirements will reduce numbers.
THE SEBEL CANBERRA CIVIC The Sebel Canberra Civic boasts luxury modern furnishings whilst inviting you to relax and stay a while. Whether coming to attend a short meeting or staying for a week long conference, The Sebel Canberra Civic is ready to be your home away from home. LOCATION
Perfectly located, The Sebel Canberra Civic offers unrivalled access to the Civic CBD and beyond with Canberra’s conference, retail and entertainment districts on your doorstep. Our apartment style rooms offer a spacious living environment where guests can relax and feel at home whilst waking up to expansive views from Telstra Tower to Parliament House. STAY
FACILITIES
Whilst staying with The Sebel Canberra Civic you have access to our onsite gym, business centre and complimentary Wi-Fi. NEARBY
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Canberra Centre – 1 minute Canberra Theatre Centre – 1 minute National Convention Centre Canberra – 2 minutes New Acton Precinct – 2 minutes The Australian National University (ANU) – 4 minutes Parliament House – 5 minutes Braddon Restaurant Precinct – 5 minutes Questacon – 5 minutes National Museum of Australia – 6 minutes National Gallery of Australia – 8 minutes Exhibition Park Canberra (EPIC) – 15 minutes
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
address 197 London Circuit, Canberra, ACT 2601 phone 02 6267 5675 email sales@thesebelcanberra.com.au web thesebelcanberra.com.au
The Sebel Canberra Civic has 144 guest rooms including; Superior Queen, Superior Queen and Single, Executive King and Family Apartments. Guest rooms include modern furnishings with a luxurious pillowtop bed, a kitchenette with cooking facilities, a Nespresso coffee machine, Foxtel, Samsung UHD TV with pay per view movies and complimentary WIFI.
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TWO24 CONFERENCING BY WORK CLUB
address Level 1, 224 Bunda Street, Canberra 2601 phone 02 6136 4400 email Two24Conferencing@workclubglobal.com web Two24conferencing.com.au
Welcome to Two24 Conferencing by Work Club, Canberra’s gathering place for business leaders & changemakers. Located right in the heart of Civic with direct access to Canberra Centre’s premium retail amenities as well as Secure parking. Two24 Conferencing raises the bar for in-person and hybrid meetings, with a collection of artfully appointed spaces suited to all manner of collaboration, training and corporate entertaining. Each room is fitted out with a combination of Australian designer and one-of-a-kind European pieces. Meanwhile the state-of-the-art conferencing technology allows guests a multi-sensory experience; with a selection of menus crafted & provided by lauded Canberra restaurant INKA. From gourmet canapes & cocktail to sommelier led wine-lists, the team have pulled together an offering for every occasion. At Two24 Conferencing you can enjoy: • 11 Meeting spaces • Unique boardroom environments • State-of-the-art AI powered video conferencing • Samsung Flip interactive displays • Australia’s first Samsung 110” “The Wall” screens • Webex Digital whiteboards • Concierge & Butler services • Exclusive catering options by INKA Take your meeting, function, or conference to the next level.
ABODE HOTELS
address 1300 122 633 email events@abodehotels.com.au web abodehotels.com.au
Abode Hotels offers self-contained, apartment style accommodation across eight locations in Canberra and surrounds. All properties are smart in design, providing guests with the essentials they need, plus a few extras on top. Conference and event spaces are located at Abode Woden and Abode Belconnen, both just 15 minutes’ drive from Canberra’s city centre.
AKIBA
address 40 Bunda Street, Canberra ACT 2601 phone 02 6162 0602 email info@akiba.com.au web akiba.com.au
The ultimate events destination, Akiba offers two truly unique function spaces. The state-of-the-art Atrium with a dramatic sculptural installation is ideal for cutting-edge networking events, whereas our private function room is the perfect choice for a meeting or a private dining experience.
ALBERT HALL address Commonwealth Avenue Yarralumla ACT 2600 phone 02 6205 4900 email alberthall@act.gov.au web treasury.act.gov.au/venues-canberra/ albert-hall
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The Albert Hall is an elegant example of 1920s Federal Capital style of architecture, also called Renaissance Revival or Classical Revival style. The Albert Hall is unique, retaining most of its original exterior and interior elements and some features of the original landscape. This centrally-located, grand old building can be hired for a range of occasions.
ALIVIO TOURIST PARK
address 20 Kunzea Street O’connor ACT 2602 phone 02 6247 5466 email reservations@aliviogroup.com.au web aliviogroup.com.au
Alivio Tourist Park Canberra offers luxury accommodation, caravan sites, resort-style leisure facilities, and an on-site restaurant. The bushland setting, bordering Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve, and adjacent to both Canberra Nature Park and Black Mountain Nature Reserve, only 4km from the city enhances our guests’ visit whilst exploring our nation’s capital.
BELCONNEN ARTS CENTRE address 118 Emu Bank, Belconnen ACT 2617 phone: 02 6173 3300 email: hello@belcoarts.com.au web: belcoarts.com.au
Belconnen Arts Centre is a thriving, creative, purposebuilt venue that will set your function apart. Located in the heart of Belconnen, overlooking stunning Lake Ginninderra, the Centre offers one-of-a-kind spaces, creative ideas, and great accessibility close to cafes, shops and restaurants. Talk to us about hosting your next function today!
CANBERRA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY FUNCTION CENTRE
address 37 Constitution Avenue, Reid ACT 2601 phone 02 6207 3132 email functioncentre@cit.edu.au web cit.act.edu.au
Located just a few minutes’ walk from the heart of Canberra, and en route to Canberra Airport, CIT is the perfect venue for your next event. The facilities are multipurpose boasting an impressive boardroom, expansive conferencing spaces, and event and restaurant facilities, catering for any event up to 260 people.
address 150 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon ACT 2612 phone 02 6248 5311 email events@canberrarexhotel.com.au web canberrarexhotel.com.au
The Canberra Rex Hotel is conveniently located only one kilometre north of Canberra’s city centre. The Hotel offers bespoke accommodation options and unique dining experiences, including Canberra’s only rooftop bar and ten versatile event spaces that can cater for over 1000 guests.
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CANBERRA SOUTHERN CROSS YACHT CLUB
address Lotus Bay, Mariner Place, Alexandrina Drive, Yarralumla ACT 2600 phone 02 6273 1784 email functions.yacht@cscc.com.au web cscc.com.au
Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club incorporating Southern Cross Cruises, offers a variety of superb function venues for up to 150 people. Nestled on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, in the prestigious suburb of Yarralumla, the Yacht Club is the perfect venue for your next function or event.
address Civic Square, London Circuit, Canberra ACT 2600 phone 02 6243 5711 email venuehire@canberratheatrecentre.com.au web canberratheatrecentre.com.au
Set in the heart of the city, Canberra Theatre Centre is the premier entertainment venue in the nation’s capital. Whether you’re seeking a theatre for your conference, or to attend an after-hours concert or theatre event to top off your visit to Canberra, our venue allows you to mix business with pleasure.
address 810 Norton Road, Wamboin NSW 2620 phone 02 6238 3830 | 0408 032 059 email business@contentiouscharacter.com.au web contentiouscharacter.com.au
Contentious Character is in the hills of Wamboin, 15 minutes from Canberra Airport. We’re a contemporary single vineyard estate with winery, cellar door, kitchen, event and wedding facilities. We offer a unique tasting experience with our extensive range of aged vintages across all seven varieties grown on the property and unheard of in the Canberra wine region.
CONTENTIOUS CHARACTER
VENUES AND ACCOMMODATION
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EAST HOTEL
address 69 Canberra Avenue, Kingston ACT 2604 phone 02 6295 6925 email meet@easthotel.com.au web easthotel.com.au
Situated in Canberra’s prestigious Inner South, walking distance from Manuka and Kingston precincts, East Hotel features 140 rooms in various apartment style combinations. Conferencing at East is refreshing, relaxed and professional. Meet in one of the modern, state-ofthe-art conference rooms, boardrooms or all-day meeting lounge, all with a distinctively edgy East Hotel touch.
FITTERS WORKSHOP Address Printers Way Kingston ACT 2604 Phone 02 6205 5230 (option 3) Email fittersworkshop@act.gov.au Web treasury.act.gov.au/venues-canberra/ fitters-workshop
Constructed in 1916-1917 and designed by John Smith Murdoch, the Fitters’ Workshop is part of a wider industrial complex formerly serving government plant and equipment, and construction work. As a part of the Kingston Power House historic precinct, the venue oozes old school charm - featuring high ceilings and large windows it is ideal for sophisticated events and is a pristine venue awaiting your inspiration and creative touch.
FORREST HOTEL AND APARTMENTS
address 30 National Circuit, Forrest ACT 2603 phone 02 6203 4300 email admin@forresthotel.com web forresthotel.com
Forrest Hotel and Apartments is situated conveniently in the Parliamentary Triangle, just minutes to everything you need in the capital. Our conference facilities have gorgeous views of parkland and Parliament House, and are ideally suited for business and government alike. You will be impressed!
GIO STADIUM CANBERRA
address Battye Street, Bruce ACT 2617 phone 02 6256 6700 email info@giostadiumcanberra.com.au web giostadiumcanberra.com.au
One of Canberra’s most unique conference venues, Canberra Stadium provides flexible options for conferences and events. With ample space for free parking, the Stadium provides an easily accessible venue with magnificent views of the playing field, illuminated for evening functions.
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address Victoria Street, Hall ACT 2618 phone 0427 767 799 email craigstarr@gold-creek.com.au web goldcreekstation.com.au
Gold Creek Station is a unique venue in the Canberra region. Catering for up to 300 guests on a rural property only 20 minutes from the city centre, delegates can experience a day in the life of a farming family. Watch sheep shearing demonstrations and enjoy a hearty barbecue lunch for a distinctly Aussie experience.
GOOGONG COMMUNITY CENTRE Address Cnr Gorman Drive and McPhail Way, Googong NSW 2620 Phone 02 6285 6583 Email qprccommunityfacilities@qprc.nsw. gov.au
Perfectly positioned next to the spectacular Tinderry Nature Reserve, the Googong Community Centre is an event space for recreational, educational, artistic, social and cultural activities. Providing a new multipurpose function space in the heart of Googong, the facilities include two function rooms that could easily be divided for separate activities, boardroom, office space and a unique outdoor terrace.
Address 8 National Circuit, Barton, ACT 2600 Phone 02 6234 4444 Email meet@tfehotels.com Web hotelkurrajong.com.au
The 147-key Hotel Kurrajong is a rare gem that has watched Canberra grow from a political idea to a bustling national capital. The events team are industry leaders, having won a swag of awards for providing exceptionally unique events that cater to contemporary functions whilst adding the charming flair of the 1920s across their six event spaces.
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IBIS STYLES CANBERRA
Address 203 Goyder Street, Narrabundah ACT 2604 Phone 02 6295 2944 Email sales@ibisstylescanberra.com.au Website ibiscanberra.com.au
ibis Styles Canberra is a superb Canberra conference venue. Our stylish surroundings will set the perfect stage for your professional or private get-together. The talented staff members are always standing by to cater for your needs, so you won’t have to worry about a thing.
IBIS STYLES EAGLEHAWK RESORT
Address 1222 Federal Hwy, Sutton ACT 2620 Phone 02 6234 4444 Email sales@ibisstylescanberra.com.au Web ibisstylescanberra.com.au
ibis Styles Canberra Eaglehawk is a unique venue located 15 minutes from Canberra CBD. With its tranquil bush surroundings, it is the perfect place for your next event. Seven versatile function rooms and outdoor locations means ibis Styles Canberra Eaglehawk is sure to have the right venue for you.
JAMALA WILDLIFE LODGE AT THE NATIONAL ZOO & AQUARIUM address 999 Lady Denman Drive, Canberra ACT 2611 phone 02 6287 8444 email info@jamalawildlifelodge.com.au web jamalawildlifelodge.com.au
Offering 5-star luxury accommodation in the heart of Canberra’s National Zoo & Aquarium, Jamala Wildlife Lodge presents guests with a truly remarkable overnight experience. Designed to provide up close and personal interactions with some of the zoo’s most revered residents, an all-inclusive stay at Jamala is an unforgettable experience.
JERRABOMBERRA COMMUNITY CENTRE
Address 25-31 The Parkway, Jerrabomberra NSW 2619 Phone 02 6285 6583 Email qprccommunityfacilities@qprc.nsw. gov.au
Situated in the heart of Jerrabomberra, this fantastic facility has five multipurpose function rooms of varying sizes. The Lakeside and Waratah sides of the venue are both equipped with kitchen facilities and access to furniture needed for medium to large scale events. A large hall is available, or book the whole Community Centre for your next gathering.
address 131 City Walk, Canberra City ACT 2601 phone 02 6257 0111 email info@kingomalleys.com.au web kingomalleys.com.au
Multi award-winning King O’Malley’s is a must-visit while in Canberra. King O’Malley’s is the perfect central meeting point with a beautiful City Walk Beer Garden. Located within walking distance to major hotels, ANU, Casino, shops and the National Convention Centre Canberra.
Address Canberra Centre, Bunda Street, Canberra ACT 2601 Phone 0412 882 253 Email stefan.fursh@kingpinplay.com Web kingpinplay.com
Guests can look forward to a multi-faceted event featuring such elements as escape rooms, VR, karaoke, arcade play, and of course premium bowling lanes at Kingpin Canberra! These activities paired with our fully licensed venue and top-notch catering will leave your guests bowled over (pun intended).
address 3 Leichhardt Street, Kingston ACT 2603 phone 02 6185 0006 email manager@knightsbridgecanberra.com.au web knightsbridgecanberra.com.au
Knightsbridge Canberra is located in the heart of Kingston, minutes from Parliament House, Manuka, the CBD and all the national capital’s major attractions. We offer a variety of accommodation types, including rooms, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments, featuring opulent designer furniture in both classic and contemporary styles.
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LAKE CRACKENBACK RESORT & SPA
Address 1650 Alpine Way, Crackenback NSW 2627 Phone 1300 60 41 81 Email johng@lakecrackenback.com.au Web lakecrackenback.com.au
Free from distractions, Lake Crackenback provides an inspiring environment where your group will truly connect and engage at your next conference/event. With a diverse range of accommodation options, indoor/ outdoor venues, in addition to on-site resort activities available, Lake Crackenback delivers a truly unique event experience set in a magnificent nature-based venue setting.
LINCOLN DOWNS RESORT BATEMANS BAY BW SIGNATURE COLLECTION BY BEST WESTERN address 11683 Princes Highway, Batemans Bays NSW 2536 phone 02 4478 9200 email sales@lincolndowns.com.au web lincolndowns.com.au
Situated in the beautiful Yuin country (Batemans Bay) between Canberra & Sydney, Lincoln Downs offers 34 modern rooms & suites with complimentary parking & WIFI. Our function rooms can cater from 10 to 150 guests in a range of settings overlooking the private lake with a relaxing country atmosphere.
MANTRA MACARTHUR
Address 219 Northbourne Avenue, Turner ACT 2612 Phone 02 6112 9200 Email canberra.events-gcau@accor.com
Mantra MacArthur’s conferencing facility is perfect for your next conference or event. The conferencing space accommodates every type of corporate event, from intimate meetings and presentations to large conferences for up to 100 delegates. With 4 unique event spaces, a delicious selection of dining options and contemporary accommodation, your next meeting or event will become a truly personalised experience.
MANTRA ON NORTHBOURNE
Address 84 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT 2600 Phone 02 6243 2500 Email canberra.events@mantragroup.com.au Web mantraonnorthbourne.com.au
Mantra on Northbourne is the perfect venue for your next inner-city conference, seminar or business meeting in Canberra. Our three business rooms accommodate every type of corporate event from intimate meetings and presentations to large conferences for up to 150 delegates. Each venue features stylish decor and spacious rooms, providing the perfect environment for delegates and presenters.
Address 39 Limestone Avenue Braddon ACT 2612 Phone 02 6243 0000 Email events@mercurecanberra.com.au | stay@mercurecanberra.com.au Web mercurecanberra.com.au
Mercure Canberra offers flexible conference & event spaces both indoor and outdoor with a maximum capacity of 180 guests. With a dedicated events coordinator, affordable pricing, a wide selection of menus and over ninety years’ experience delivering meetings & events, Mercure Canberra is the perfect choice.
address 1 Elouera Street, Braddon ACT 2612 phone 02 6220 0000 email sales.canberra@midnighthotel.com.au web midnighthotel.com.au
Located right in the heart of Canberra, and part of Marriott International Autograph Collection, Midnight Hotel presents 199 premium guest rooms, a restaurant, bar, gym, sauna, and an indoor pool. Midnight Hotel also offers a range of conference and event spaces, featuring floor to ceiling windows, stylish furnishings, and smart audio-visual technology.
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MIDNIGHT HOTEL
MUSEUM OF AUSTRALIAN DEMOCRACY AT OLD PARLIAMENT HOUSE address 18 King George Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600 phone 1300 870 433 email moadophevents@ restaurantassociates.com.au web functionsatoph.com.au
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Home of the federal Parliament from 1927 to 1988, Old Parliament House (OPH) now houses the Museum of Australian Democracy and offers over 15 versatile spaces suited to a variety of special events, from board meetings for 10 to milestone dinners for 400. Special highlights or behind the scenes tours can be tailored to the interest of the conference or event guests.
NATIONAL CAPITAL AUTHORITY
phone 02 6271 2888 email events@nca.gov.au web canberraevents.com.au
Whether you’re looking for an indoor venue with unforgettable views, or somewhere to host a garden party, the National Triangle has some of the most iconic vistas in the country, and they’re available to hire for your event. Popular venues for events and functions include The National Capital Exhibition, The Chimes Room in the National Carillon, and the Old Parliament House Rose Gardens.
NATIONAL FILM AND SOUND ARCHIVE OF AUSTRALIA
address McCoy Circuit, Acton ACT 2600 phone 02 6248 2000 email events@nfsa.gov.au web nfsa.gov.au
Housed in one of Australia’s most beautiful Art Deco buildings, the National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA) has the capacity to host a range of events, including corporate and private functions, conferences and events. Our venues include the Arc cinema and our art deco Theatrette. Catering options available.
NATIONAL PORTRAIT GALLERY
address King Edwards Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6012 7010 email events@npg.gov.au web portrait.gov.au
The National Portrait Gallery is a dramatic and culturally rich venue for your next event. Our elegant building has the greatest respect for the local environment, natural light and human proportions. The Gallery’s flexible event spaces can cater to any style of event, including breakfasts, conferences, workshops, launches, cocktail receptions, and dinners.
Address 65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra ACT 2600 Phone 02 6245 5000 Email h2796@accor.com Web novotelcanberra.com.au
Novotel Canberra is conveniently located in Canberra’s CBD and retail precinct. With 286 spacious rooms and apartments and seven dedicated function and meeting rooms you will find Novotel Canberra perfect for your next event or conference – whether a small board meetings or a complex residential conference. The offers a restaurant and bar, indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna and gym.
NOVOTEL CANBERRA
NRMA MURRAMARANG BEACH FRONT HOLIDAY RESORT Address Mills Beach, Banyandah Street, South Durras NSW 2536 Phone 02 4478 6666 Email murramarang.events nrmaparksandresorts.com.au Web nrmamurramarang.com.au/groups
NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort is nestled in a national park in South Durras, located a two-hour drive from Canberra, and 30 minutes from Moruya Airport. The natural surrounds will leave your group feeling refreshed and inspired. Choose from four conference rooms catering up to 120 people, and our range of outdoor spaces and facilities, accommodation options and fully licensed restaurant.
address 25 Edinburgh Avenue, NewActon, Canberra ACT 2600 phone 02 6287 6287 web www.ovolohotels.com.au/ovolonishi
We have event spaces both in the Ovolo Nishi building and in the NewActon precinct. All have the warmth and generosity of room to do great work and host meaningful events. Each one has been individually considered, and each one has the same raw material attributes we have applied in our hotel rooms.
PEPPERS GALLERY HOTEL Address 15 Edinburgh Avenue, Canberra, ACT 2601 Phone 02 6243 2410 Email canberra.events-gcau@accor.com Web peppers.com.au/gallery
With indoor and outdoor spaces available, Peppers Gallery Hotel provides an atmospheric destination for meetings, presentations, events and special occasions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities, delicious catering options and an experienced Events Team, Peppers Gallery Hotel will provide your delegates with a memorable and unique experience
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QUEST CANBERRA CITY WALK SERVICED APARTMENTS
address 240 City Walk, Canberra ACT 2602 phone 0481 774 702 email sales.canberracitywalk@ questapartments.com.au web questapartments.com.au
Quest Canberra City Walk offers guests a relaxed and comfortable accommodation experience in the heart of the Canberra CBD. Quest City Walk is ideally positioned in between Canberra Centre, Glebe Park and the National Convention Centre Canberra, perfect for short or long term stays.
QUESTACON - THE NATIONAL SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY CENTRE
address King Edward Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600 phone 02 6270 2800 web questacon.edu.au
Uncover the mysteries of science and surprise and delight your guests with a memorable experience at Questacon. We can create a bespoke event including an exciting science show, engaging science experiments and time to browse the galleries and interactive exhibits, or add a visit to Questacon to your event’s social program.
RAMADA DIPLOMAT HOTEL
Address 2 Hely St, Griffith ACT 2603 Phone 02 6295 2277 Email events@diplomathotel.com.au Web diplomat.ramadacanberra.com.au
The Diplomat is located close to the new Kingston Foreshore but far enough from your office to focus on your event. A boutique event offering, there are 3 rooms to choose from, all perfect for seminars or celebrations for up to 60 people. The central atrium restaurant offers soaring ceilings and natural light and is also available for private bookings.
ROYAL AUSTRALIAN MINT
address Denison Street, Deakin ACT 2600 phone 02 6202 6999 web ramint.gov.au
View the coin production factory where all of Australia’s spending coins are made and discover the National Coin Collection. Make your own coin and buy a memento or collectible from the Mint Coin Shop. Located ten minutes from Canberra City, the Royal Australian Mint boasts free entry, free tours and plenty of free parking.
ROYAL HOTEL QUEANBEYAN
address 85 Monaro Street, Queanbeyan NSW 2620 phone 02 6297 1444 email functions@royalhotelqbn.com.au web royalhotelqbn.com.au
The Royal Hotel Queanbeyan’s Upper House events venue is the benchmark for events in the region and Canberra. The refurbished venue boasts a collaboration of contemporary comforts with the original architecture and history of the building. All event rooms are complemented by the atrium and outdoor terrace, with Japanese Maple trees.
address Gorman House Arts Centre, Batman Street, Braddon ACT 2612 phone 02 6249 6050 email info@sagedining.com.au web sagerestaurant.net.au
Nestled inside treasured 1920s heritage building Gorman House in the heart of Canberra, award-winning Sage serves innovative cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. Alongside the main dining room is a newly built open garden room overlooking a courtyard and gardens. Catering for indoor and outdoor events for up to 150 guests.
address 34 Isabel Drive, Murrumbateman NSW 2582 phone 02 6227 5827 email info@shawvineyards.com.au web shawwines.com.au
Shaw Wines is a boutique winery located in Murrumbateman, 30 kilometres from Canberra. There is an onsite restaurant available for group functions, and at cellar door we offer seated wine tastings. Our private cellar is available for small dining events or an intimate space available for meetings.
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THE MARION
Address Barrine Drive, Regatta Point Commonwealth Park, Parkes ACT 2600 Phone 02 7252 7711 Email info@themarion.com.au Web themarion.com.au
The Marion is brought to you by one of Australia’s most iconic hospitality leaders, Grand Pacific Group. With stunning views of the Capital all year round, we accommodate premium dining experiences and cocktail events with the perfect environment you and your guests will remember forever. Experience culinary excellence with a bespoke menu and beverage list to match. Let our awardwinning team take care of you and bring your vision to life.
Address 21 Wentworth Avenue Kingston ACT 2604 Phone 02 6205 5230 (option 3) Email formertransportdepot@act.gov.au Web treasury.act.gov.au/venues-canberra/ former-transport-depot
The Former Transport Depot offers industrial charm in the heart of the Kingston Arts Precinct. With heritage significance, the Depot’s engineering is evident from its 1940-41 construction with fully exposed, welded rigid portal frame. Accommodating all kinds of events, the space is split into three distinct areas and each can be hired separately. The combined areas can cater largescale events.
Address 3 Rimmer ST, Canberra ACT 2601 Phone 02 6125 51551 Email events.unihouse@anu.edu.au Web unihouse.anu.edu.au/uhcommons-events
Welcome to UH@Commons, proudly managed by University House where you will find passionate hospitality professionals committed to your event experience. Our unique venue is conveniently situated within the Australian National University and a 5-minute walk from the CBD (NB: University House is operating from this venue while refurbishment is completed)
Address 1 Rogan Street, Canberra Airport, ACT 2609 Phone 02 6201 1500 Email meet@tfehotels.com Web vibehotels.com
With its spiralling black-and-white six-storey atrium, gold-accented lounge, and marble fire pit, it’s easy to believe that James Bond would enjoy a pre-flight martini at this 191-key hotel before jetting off on his next adventure. Situated just 10 minutes from Canberra’s CBD, the hotel offers state-of-the-art conference facilities that are both flexible and functional - from boardroom settings to parties for 200.
Address 1 Genge St, Canberra ACT 2601 Phone 6171 2092 Email info@wilma.com.au Web wilmabbq.com.au
Wilma is Canberra’s newest and first progressive Asian BBQ, in the heart of Canberra’s CBD. Using primitive cooking methods with the best Australian ingredients we offer a menu full of Asian-Australian favourites. The 200+ capacity restaurant hosts many private dining experiences. A sister bar, The Pearl, within Wilma features Asian inspired cocktails and bar menu.
Address 208 Cotter Road Yarralumla ACT 2600 Phone 02 6205 5230 (option 3) Email yarralumlawoolshed@act.gov.au Web treasury.act.gov.au/venues-canberra/ yarralumla-woolshed
Looking for a venue with a difference for that special event? The Yarralumla Woolshed is a unique piece of Canberra’s history and a fabulous rural style venue for hire. This important community social venue was built in 1904 and is a perfect location for events such as bush dances, promotions, small scale musical performances, Christmas parties and more.
Address 245 Lady Denman Dr, Canberra ACT 2600 Phone 02 6205 5230 (option 3) Email yarramundiculturalcentre@act.gov.au Web treasury.act.gov.au/venues-canberra/ yarramundi-cultural-centre
The Yarramundi Cultural Centre is part of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Centre. Situated lakeside near the National Arboretum Canberra and the National Museum of Australia. The meeting room with 100 capacity is a perfect bush setting for hosting events such as meetings, conferences, workshops and other private functions.
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UH @ COMMONS - UNIVERSITY HOUSE
VIBE HOTEL CANBERRA AIRPORT
WILMA AND THE PEARL
YARRAMUNDI CULTURAL CENTRE
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Altina Drinks
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Hiebl Photography
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Barlens
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Hire-A-Guide
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Bradley Cummings Photography
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Hire Intelligence
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Brivvio
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House of Bubbles
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Bytes ‘n Colours
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Imagine Events
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Cam Sullings
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Inner Compass | Zoë Routh
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Canberra Secrets Personalised Tours
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Kaigi Conferencing and Events
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Catherine McGrath Media
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Lonsdale St Studio
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Cockington Green Gardens
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Maria Selleck Properties
Conference Co-ordinators
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Murrays Coaches, Buses and Limousines 106
Conference Logistics (Conlog)
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Photox - Canberra Photography Services 106
Consec - Conference and Event Management
SBX (System Built Exhibitions)
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Scott Leggo Gallery
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Dhawura Aboriginal Cultural Tours
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She Shapes History
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Elite Event Technology
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Show Pony Events
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Encore Event Technologies
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Stargigs
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Event Audio Visual Services
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Sweet Pea and Poppy
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EventsAIR
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Tea Garden Co
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Experience Nature
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Express Employment Professionals
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Trippas White Group at Australian Institute of Sport
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Funnell Entertainment
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Underground Spirits
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GG’s Flowers
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Valley Limousines
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Helicopter Corp
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address Unit 2-5, 75 Sheppard Street HUME ACT 2620 phone 02 6260 2311 email info@eetechnology.com.au web eetechnology.com.au facebook @eliteeventtechnology instagram @eliteeventtech linkedin Elite Event Technology
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Elite Event Technology has thrived in the Nation’s Capital of Canberra for over 25 years and is considered to be Canberra’s number one Audiovisual provider. EET works in collaboration with our clients, venue banquet and sales teams to deliver fresh new ideas and creative technical solutions that complement the surroundings. EET is the in-house and preferred Audiovisual supplier for some of Canberra’s most iconic and prestigious venues. Our location places us in an ideal geographic location to service our clients along the Eastern seaboard of Australia and we regularly deliver one-off events, roadshows and tours across the country.
CONFERENCE SERVICES
ELITE EVENT TECHNOLOGY
PACKAGES
We strongly believe in tailoring a package to suit your specific requirements – every event is unique, as is the space it will be presented in. Our expert and friendly staff will assist you every step of the way during the planning and delivery of your event. We offer Technical Management, Event Styling, Video Production and Design services in-house as part of our holistic approach to events. Our philosophy is that every component of the event should be cohesive; adding to your guests experience and reinforcing the message you wish to convey. SERVICES
Whether you are a venue, event organiser, PCO, Government or NGO, our goal is to become an extension of your own team, and we understand that appearances are just as important as results. Our equipment is maintained to the highest standards, always kept clean and tidy and tested before each event to ensure flawless performance and the highest safety standards. Our staff are friendly and polite, and our company uniform policy ensures we always look the part. SAFETY
The safety of our staff, customers, clients and their guests is paramount to EET, particularly during recent world events. We therefore will work with you to facilitate a COVIDSafe plan and practices to suit all events, venues and operations. TECHNICAL SOLUTIONS
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ENCORE EVENT TECHNOLOGIES
address Flemington Rd, EPIC Coorong Pavilion, Mitchell, ACT, 2911 phone 02 6124 0700 email info@encore-anzpac.com web encore-anzpac.com
AWARD WINNING EVENT SERVICES & HYBRID SOLUTIONS
Encore Event Technologies is a leading events services provider. They offer a complete range of services including superior audio-visual technology, styling, set design, multimedia, production management and more. Encore has developed a new suite of hybrid and virtual services enabling events to be delivered with presenters and attendees from anywhere in the world. Their services include live streaming and interactive platforms, video conferencing, webcasting, apps and a range of digital services to engage your audience, whether they’re in the room or participating remotely. The Encore difference is a tailor-made solution for your specific needs, supported by a trusted event production and technical team to guide you every step of the way. Contact the team to see how they can deliver your next event.
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Join Dhawura Aboriginal Cultural Tours on a journey and travel back in time to become a part of ‘The Dreaming’. Gain a deep understanding of Aboriginal culture with an experienced Aboriginal guide. Hear local Ngunawal Traditional Custodians interpret at various sites of significance in and around Canberra. Turn your break into an Australian adventure by following in the steps of our ancestors and learn to listen to the diversity of landscapes, wildlife and natural bush. Disconnect from the noise of your everyday modern life and connect to the land. Dhawura Aboriginal Cultural Tours offer short, half or full day tours, suitable for families and groups. Packages and customised tours are also available. Contact operator for available tour dates. phone 0407 517 844 email thunderstonemg@gmail.com web thunderstone.net.au
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DHAWURA ABORIGINAL CULTURAL TOURS
STARGIGS
Celebrations
02 6153 3518 info@stargigs.com.au stargigs.com.au
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CONFERENCE CO-ORDINATORS
Conference Co-ordinators Creation Registration Innovation
address PO Box 905 WODEN ACT 2606 phone 02 6292 9000 email conference@confco.com.au web conferenceco.com.au
address PO Box 6150 Kingston ACT 2604 phone 0434 143 657 | 02 6281 6624 email conference@conlog.com.au web conlog.com.au
Conference Co-ordinators has extensive experience in the planning and co-ordination of meetings, conventions and exhibitions, from small ‘invitation only’ events to major national conferences. Our list of clients includes private sector companies, associations, major community organisations through to Local and Federal Government departments and agencies. Some of the major national conferences and events we have managed have involved over 450 speakers through a ‘call for papers’ process to international events with 100 speakers (many from overseas) that required us to manage their every need including travel and accommodation and interpreting services.
At Conlog, our award-winning team will work closely with you to project manage your conference or business event, freeing you of the workload and stress of managing it yourself. We can manage every facet of your event ranging from registrations, to speakers to sponsorship. We have been in the industry for over 30 years and have invested heavily in the latest technology, including the ability to run high level virtual events. With your industry knowledge and our events project management experience, we can create a memorable event experience for all stakeholders.
CONSEC - CONFERENCE AND EVENT MANAGEMENT
KAIGI CONFERENCING AND EVENTS
address PO Box 3127 Belconnen Delivery Centre BELCONNEN ACT 2617 phone 02 6252 1200 email admin@consec.com.au web consec.com.au
Consec is committed to partnering with clients to deliver events of the highest quality and interactivity for their attendees. Over the past two years the Consec team is privileged to have partnered with many clients in delivering conferences and activities very differently - hybrid and virtual - but is really looking forward to live events in 2022. The Consec team has over 90 years of combined experience and will work in collaboration with you to meet your event objectives, whether you are an association, government department, university or corporation. If you are seeking to hold an event or conference which is about sharing knowledge, collaborating and networking, then the Consec team is ready and looks forward to working with you.
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CONFERENCE LOGISTICS (CONLOG)
address Level 1, The Realm, 18 National Circuit, Barton ACT 2600 phone 02 6198 3218 | 0488 445 029 email tricia@kaigi.com.au web kaigi.com.au
Kaigi Conferencing and Events understands the need for tailored conference management, rather than a ‘one size fits all’ approach. We offer highly professional event management solutions with a flexible approach to ensure outstanding results. We are boldly entering the new world of virtual and hybrid conference management and look forward to sharing our experience to manage your next event. We will look after the practical and administrative matters whilst you focus on areas of the conference where your expertise lies. Our approach is personalised, flexible and consultative. Our management is unobtrusive, efficient and supportive. Your conference is not about us – it’s about you.
address Mitchell ACT 2911 phone 0421 882 088 email info@altinadrinks.com web altinadrinks.com
A Canberra start up producing delicious alcohol free drinks that are driven by natural ingredients without any artificial sugar, juice or syrup. We have 750ml bottles and 250ml cans to cater for any events. Perfect for gala dinners, private functions or special occasions and ideal speaker and attendee gifts – just chill and pour straight from the bottle.
Address 67 Gladstone Street, Fyshwick ACT 2609 Phone 02 6206 2007 Email marina@barlens.com.au Web barlens.com.au/exhibitions
The Barlens Exhibitions (BEX) team pride ourselves on partnering with clients covering the entire East Coast to create and deliver outstanding exhibitions. We are a one-stop solution for shell scheme, custom stands, furniture and are committed to providing professionalism and expertise on all areas of exhibition services.
phone 0427 976 940 email brad@bradleycummingsphotography .com.au web bradleycummingsphotography.com.au
I can help you showcase your events to your stakeholders, clients, and public, with discreet professional photography that captures the experience of your event. I am a fully accredited and experienced professional photographer, based in Canberra, and I would love to talk to you about photographing your next event.
Address Level 5, 1 Moore St, Canberra ACT 2601 Phone 02 5133 5983 | 0413 747 186 Email adrian@brivvio.com Web brivvio.com
The Brivvio app enables events and venues to create branded and captioned video clips in seconds. Build an online buzz in the lead up to, or after, your event. Share instant branded vox-pop videos on social media. Get delegates creating their own video content with your branding, and sharing it with their networks.
address 5/24 Mort Street, Braddon ACT 2612 phone 02 6257 7266 email frontdesk@bytesncolours.com.au web bytesncolours.com.au
Bytes ‘n Colours provides quality, speed and reliability for digital and large format print. We offer print and display requirements delivered at the site of your Canberra event, including brochures, perfect bound, PUR glued, saddle stitched or wiro bound books, pull-up banners or foam mounted displays.
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CONFERENCE SERVICES
ALTINA DRINKS
BRADLEY CUMMINGS PHOTOGRAPHY
BRADLEY CUMMINGS photography
BRIVVIO
BYTES ‘N COLOURS
CAM SULLINGS
Address 55 Bellenden St Crace ACT Phone 0412 978 946 Email cam@camsullings.com.au Web camsullings.com.au
Cam Sullings is a long-time broadcaster, presenter and MC in Canberra. He hosts many of the top corporate and conference events, gala evenings and awards nights. He is the on-screen presenter and ground announcer at Canberra Raiders matches. See more about Cam’s experience: camsullings.com.au/gallery
CANBERRA SECRETS PERSONALISED TOURS
Phone 0419 209 703 Email hello@canberrasecrets.com.au Web canberrasecrets.com.au
Canberra Secrets provides tour itinerary creation and local tourism consultancy services. We design and craft the perfect Canberra experience for your conference. Step on coach tour commentary also available. Owner/ operator Marg Wade is author of three editions of Canberra Secrets guidebooks to the capital — her expertise will ensure some super special Canberra pizazz!
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CATHERINE MCGRATH MEDIA address U3, 31 Canberra Avenue, Forrest ACT 2603 phone 0417 252 145 email catherine@ catherinemcgrathmedia.com.au web catherinemcgrathmedia.com.au
In-demand media veteran, political expert, speaker, host, MC and Canberra local, Catherine McGrath can bring your Canberra event to life. Years of walking the corridors of power and reporting on politics in Australia and overseas makes her the ideal expert for your Canberra conference. Catherine McGrath is Canberra’s ‘go to MC’ for conferences wanting to connect with policy, parliament, government and the media.
address 11 Gold Creek Road, Nicholls ACT 2913 phone 1800 627 273 | 02 6230 2273 email info@cockingtongreen.com.au web cockingtongreen.com.au
Widely acclaimed as one of the best miniature displays in the world, Cockington Green Gardens provides a relaxed environment with highly detailed scale replica buildings set amongst spectacular gardens. Other facilities include a fully licensed coffee shop, gift shop and miniature steam train ride.
address 38 Essington Street, Mitchell ACT 2911 phone 02 6200 5900 email info@eavs.com.au web eavs.com.au
We have the expertise to manage all the technical aspects of your event, whether your event is live, virtual, or a combination of both. We aim to make optimal use of the venue’s capabilities, work within your budget, and most importantly, meet and exceed your audience’s expectations.
address 60 Brandl Street Brisbane Technology Park, Eight Mile Plains QLD 4113 phone 1300 236 848 web eventsair.com
EventsAIR has been continually pushing the boundaries of what an event management platform can do for over 30 years. Trusted by event professionals globally, EventsAIR is a secure, scalable and cloud-based software where event planners can manage everything from in-person, virtual to hybrid conferences, meetings and events in a single integrated platform.
address PO Box 7056, Berrima NSW 2577 phone 0418 262 282 email amanda@wildfest.com.au web experiencenature.com.au
Experience Nature, Without Roughing It. We connect you to nature through innovative and unique experiences. From Canoes, Cool Climate Wines and Canapes on Lake Burley Griffin to Pop Up Wildfest Glamping Hotels under the Stars and Immersive Day Tours with our Wild Food Adventures brand, see the nation’s capital from a different perspective. Bespoke executive, incentive and group conferencing also a speciality.
COCKINGTON GREEN GARDENS
EVENT AUDIO VISUAL SERVICES
EVENTSAIR
EXPERIENCE NATURE
EXPRESS EMPLOYMENT PROFESSIONALS (FORMERLY FRONTLINE) Address Level 1, 15 Torrens Street, BRADDON ACT 2612 Phone 02 6257 8223 Email actnorth@expresspros.com.au Web expresspros.com.au/CanberraNorthACT
At Express, we specialise in short & long-term temporary staffing to keep your business running smoothly. We can assist across most industries and events. Call today, so we can learn about your business and how we may assist; there is no obligation, we are genuinely here to help.
phone 0450 960 750 email andrew@soundshop.com.au web funnellentertainment.com.au
If you’re looking for entertainers, speakers, MCs or bands with impact - but without the stress - look no further. With more than 40 years in the business, Funnell Entertainment has the expertise, market knowledge and most importantly, client confidence. We can assist you with your production and booking requirements.
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phone 0402 370 097 email info@ggsflowers.com.au web ggsflowers.com.au
GG’s Flowers is Canberra’s social enterprise florist providing meaningful employment for people with additional needs. Specialising in large-scale events, corporate gifting and flowers with a purpose – no event is too big or small for our very special team.
Address 154 Woodgrove Close Wallaroo NSW 2618 Phone 0499 699 369 Email chris.knight@helicoptercorp.com.au Web helicoptercorp.com.au
Helicopter Corp. is a Canberra-owned and operated helicopter business. We offer a range of services that include professional flight training and custom VIP charter flight services. Our flight experiences fly our guests to many venues and wineries within the Canberra region including the South Coast and the Snowy Mountains.
phone 0418 270 863 email kobi-lee@hieblphotography.com.au web hieblphotography.com.au
Kobi-Lee Hiebl is a Canberra-based corporate photographer whose work has featured in publications and advertising distributed globally. Services include event and conference photography, accommodation, product promotions, restaurant and food photography. Kobi-Lee specialises in portraiture and creating branded corporate headshots.
address 4 Reveley Crescent, Stirling ACT 2611 phone 0415 632 502 email hire-a-guide@netspeed.com.au web visitcanberra.com.au/tours
Curated Canberra visitor experiences to complement your conference in the capital. We provide tour options tailored to suit conference and meeting schedules, logistics assistance and personal meet and greet. Hirea-Guide is Canberra’s most experienced tour guiding service with bilingual guides available in several languages. Tour itineraries range from short city insights to regional tours.
Address Hire Intelligence Sydney, St Leonards Corporate Centre, 16/39 Herbert St, St Leaonards NSW 2065 Phone 1300 655 551 Email sales@hire-intelligence.com.au Web hire-intelligence.com.au
Hire Intelligence is a leader in short term technology rental solutions nationally and overseas offering a comprehensive and cutting-edge fleet of quality equipment for events – from the humble whiteboard, to 10th gen i7 notebooks and Touch Bar MacBooks, from hassle-free registration badge printers & scanners, to Virtual Reality & Giant iTabs.
address Citroen Van phone 0412 056 888 email info@houseofbubbles.com.au web facebook.com/drinktoenjoy
Trading from an original 1971 vintage Citroen Van, The House of Bubbles is a mobile pop-up Champagne Bar, making use of the wonderful lakeside and park areas around the ACT region. Fully licensed and available for events with tailored menus or visit during public pop up sessions on the weekend.
phone 0430 112 588 email info@imagineevents.com.au web imagineevents.com.au
Imagine Events is a boutique styling company that specialises in creating unique solutions to bring your event to life. We love working with our clients to produce a custom style and look that suits your specific requirements. With over 40 years of experience in the events industry we are the perfect choice to style your next event.
HELICOPTER CORP
CONFERENCE SERVICES
GG’S FLOWERS
HIEBL PHOTOGRAPHY
HIRE-A-GUIDE
HIRE INTELLIGENCE
Short Term Technology Rental Specialists
HOUSE OF BUBBLES
IMAGINE EVENTS
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INNER COMPASS | ZOË ROUTH
address PO Box 5194, Lyneham ACT 2602 phone 0416 177 073 email zoe@innercompass.com.au web www.zoerouth.com
Zoë is a sought-after speaker on leadership, especially the messy dynamics of people stuff. Audiences consistently rate her as dynamic and engaging. Her fourth book, People Stuff - Beyond personality problems, an advanced handbook for leadership, won Book of the Year at the Australian Business Book Awards in 2020. Perfect speaker for events from boardroom to ballroom.
Address 15/14 Lonsdale Street, Braddon ACT 2612 Phone 02 6171 4144 Email bookings@lonsdaleststudio.com Web lonsdaleststudio.com
Lonsdale St Studio features 3 recording studios located in Canberra’s CBD. We offer professionally produced content and managed virtual events, driven by a team of industry professionals. Our services include video production, live streaming, webinars, photography, podcasting and audio production as well as studio dry hire. Our large studio can also be hired for physical events of up to 50 pax.
address 30 Bougainville Street, Manuka ACT 2603 phone 02 6162 1234 email maria.selleck@mariaselleck.com.au web mariaselleck.com.au
Our success is directly related to our unrivalled professional service and consistently achieving top outcomes for our clients. Our results, including some 70 suburban record sales, speak for themselves. As a boutique agency, we ensure that each of our clients receives a stress-free personalised service from appraisal to settlement and beyond.
LONSDALE ST STUDIO
MARIA SELLECK PROPERTIES
MURRAYS COACHES, BUSES AND LIMOUSINES address Jolimont Centre, 65 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT 2600 phone (61) 132 259 email enquiries@murrays.com.au web murrays.com.au
Murrays are the ground transport provider of choice for conference, incentive and event organisers, inbound tour operators, travel agents, corporates, sport organisations, government, schools and private individuals. Our cities are ever-changing, we understand the challenges and site restrictions when accessing sites and work with you to provide tailored transport services.
PHOTOX – CANBERRA PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES
phone 0404 782 074 email info@photox.com.au web photox.com.au
Professional event photography that you’ll be proud to show off! Let the experienced team from Photox handle all your photography and videography needs, including comprehensive event coverage, commercial imagery, and on-location corporate portraiture. Servicing clients of all sizes, we look forward to working with you.
SBX (SYSTEM BUILT EXHIBITIONS) address Unit 15/1 Pirie Street, Fyshwick ACT 2609 phone 02 6239 1028 email info@sbx.biz web sbx.biz
SBX (System Built Exhibitions) is Canberra’s premier exhibition and event supplier. We provide anything from one-off furniture hires to product launches, cocktail parties and full-scale trade shows encompassing custom stands and shell scheme booths.
Address 45 Jardine Street, Kingston ACT 2604 Phone 02 6179 7422 Email info@scottleggo.com Web scottleggo.com
The Scott Leggo Gallery, located in the heart of Kingston, showcases the Australian landscape photography of international award-winning photographer, Scott Leggo. For visitors, as Canberra’s premier photography gallery, it is a must visit destination. The Gallery offers a range of stunning products perfect for event, corporate and personal gifts.
SCOTT LEGGO
Open 7 days from 10am.
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Phone 0403 060 612 Email hello@sheshapeshistory.com.au Web sheshapeshistory.com.au
There’s so much more to Canberra than meets the eye. Canberra was designed (by a woman!) to be the heart of the nation – the only place in Australia where all Australians are represented. We can offer conference delegates bespoke tours of the Parliamentary triangle that uncover some of the hidden secrets and share a different side to our nation’s capital.
address 2/11 Bodalla Place, Fyshwick ACT 2609 phone 02 6228 1807 email info@showponyevents.com web showponyevents.com
Show Pony Events are Canberra’s leading event styling, management and hire company. They have the capacity to style your event for a formal sit down dinner or cocktail style function. Events include, but are not limited to, national conferences, gala balls, cocktail parties, product launches and outdoor event setups.
address 1153 Nanima Road, Murrumbateman NSW 2582 phone 0417 065 209 email hello@sweetpeapoppy.com.au web sweetpeapoppy.com.au
Sweet Pea and Poppy is a a boutique chocolatier and gifting studio offering handmade artisan chocolates and quality Australian gift hampers. The chocolate range includes only ethically produced chocolate, currently focussed on Latin American and Caribbean origins. Interesting and unique flavour combinations as well as visually stunning designs make for the perfect corporate gift or indulgent treat.
Address 80B Collie St, Fyshwick ACT 2609 Phone 0438 257 955 Email lauren@teagarden.co Web teagarden.co
At Tea Garden Co we share our blends across Australia for Cafes, Hotels, Boutique and Lifestyle Stores. We have composed 100+ unique blends and recipes since our 2016 launch. Every tea that comes from our production studio is hand blended in small batches by our team each and every time.
SHOW PONY EVENTS
CONFERENCE SERVICES
SHE SHAPES HISTORY
SWEET PEA AND POPPY
TEA GARDEN CO
TRIPPAS WHITE GROUP AT AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTE OF SPORT address Australian Institute of Sport Leverrier Street, Bruce ACT 2617 phone 02 6214 3565 email asc.events@ trippaswhitegroup.com.au web trippaswhitegroup.com.au
Trippas White Group provides premium catering for all events and dining outlets at the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS). Specialising in gala dinners, entertainment, exhibitions, trade shows, sports experiences and camps, as well as events and conferencing, the AIS team can currently cater for up to 400 guests or delegates.
address 2/66 Primmer Court, Kambah ACT 2902 phone 0473 550 542 email sales@undergroundspirits.com.au web undergroundspirits.com.au
We are proudly Canberran and unashamedly modern - innovation is at the heart of what we do and we aren’t tied to convention. Enjoy our premium handcrafted spirits at your next event, you will see how obsessed we are at making the most of where we are from - whether that be collaborations with local businesses, using native botanicals or simply being massive advocates for Canberra’s ever-growing artisan food and drink scene.
address 92 High Street, Queanbeyan East NSW 2620 phone 02 6260 2106 | 0431 546 648 email info@valleylimo.com.au web valleylimo.com.au
At Valley Limousines, we are “Redefining Luxury Transport”. We have Canberra’s largest range of luxury modern limousines, sedans & coaches. Our attention to detail, and efficient customer service will make your event an enjoyable experience. Valley Limousines provides a chauffeured limousine and coach service to the entire ACT region, and our professional chauffeurs are fully equipped to meet all of your requirements.
UNDERGROUND SPIRITS
VALLEY LIMOUSINES
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INDEX
92
National Portrait Gallery
95
105
Novotel Canberra
95
87
GG’s Flowers
90
GIO Stadium Canberra
92
Akiba
90
Gold Creek Station
92
Albert Hall
90
Googong Community Centre
92
Alivio Tourist Park
91
Helicopter Corp
105
Hiebl Photography
105
Hire-A-Guide
105
Hire Intelligence
105
Australian Academy of Science (Shine Dome)
68
Australian Parliament House
69
Australian War Memorial | Trippas White Group
70
Barlens Belconnen Arts Centre Bradley Cummings Photography Brassey Hotel Brivvio Burbury Hotel & Apartments
103 91 103 75 103 75
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
92
Hotel Realm
74
House of Bubbles
105
Hyatt Hotel Canberra
73
Ibis Styles Canberra
93
Ibis Styles Eaglehawk
93
King O’Malley’s Irish Pub
93
Kingpin Canberra
93
Knightsbridge Canberra
93
Lake Crackenback Resort & Spa
94
Lincoln Downs Resort
94
Little National Hotel
76
Lonsdale St Studio
106
Mantra MacArthur
94
91
Cockington Green Gardens
104
Conference Co-ordinators
102
Conference Logistics (Conlog)
102
Consec - Conference and Event Management
102
102
Mantra on Northbourne
94
Manuka Oval by Gema Group
81
Maria Selleck Properties Mercure Canberra
106 94
91
Mercure Canberra Belconnen
77
Crowne Plaza Canberra
66
Midnight Hotel
94
Dhawura Aboriginal Cultural Tours
101
Murrays Coaches, Buses and Limousines 106
East Hotel
92
Elite Event Technology
99
Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House 94
Contentious Character
76
QT Canberra
86
Quest Canberra City Walk Serviced Apartments
96 96
87
85
104
Pinnacle Apartments
Rydges Canberra
Kambri at ANU
Catherine McGrath Media
82
96
72
Canberra Theatre Centre
Pialligo Estate
Royal Hotel Queanbeyan
93
Canberra and Region Visitors Centre
91
95
Photox - Canberra Photography Services 106
96
93
Kaigi Conferencing and Events
Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club
Peppers Gallery Hotel
96
71
88
89
Royal Australian Mint
Canberra Airport
103
Pavilion on Northbourne
Ramada Diplomat Hotel
Jerrabomberra Community Centre
Canberra Secrets Personalised Tours
95
106
103
Canberra Southern Cross Club Woden
Ovolo Nishi
Inner Compass | Zoë Routh
Cam Sullings
91
81
105
103
Canberra Rex Hotel
Old Parliament House | Restaurant Associates at MoAD
Imagine Events
Bytes ‘n Colours
91
NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort 95
Questacon - The National Science & Technology Centre
Jamala Wildlife Lodge at the National Zoo & Aquarium
Canberra Institute Of Technology Function Centre
79
104
Abode Hotels
103
National Museum of Australia
Funnell Entertainment A by Adina Canberra
Altina Drinks
Sage Dining Rooms
96
SBX (System Built Exhibitions)
106
Scott Leggo Gallery
106
Shaw Wines
96
She Shapes History
107
Show Pony Events
107
Stargigs
101
Sweet Pea and Poppy
107
Tea Garden Co
107
The Boat House
83
The Marion
97
The Sebel Canberra Civic
89
Transport Depot
97
Trippas White Group at Australian Institute of Sport
107
Two24 Conferencing by Work Club
90
UC Events and Conferencing
84
UH@Commons - University House
97 107
100
National Arboretum Canberra | Ginger Catering
Underground Spirits
Encore Event Technologies
78
Valley Limousines
107
Event Audio Visual Services
104
National Archives of Australia
88
Vibe Hotel Canberra Airport
97
EventsAIR
104
National Capital Authority
95
Willinga Park
71
Wilma and The Pearl
97
Exhibition Park in Canberra
85
National Convention Centre Canberra
62
Experience Nature
104
National Film and Sound Archive
95
Express Employment Professionals
104
National Gallery of Australia | Restaurant Associates 80
Fitters Workshop
108
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
92
Yarralumla Woolshed
97
Yarramundi Cultural Centre
97
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