CO N F E R E N C E + EVENT GUIDE
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY We acknowledge the Wiradjuri people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land and pay respects to Elders both past and present. We value the diversity of our local community and support Reconciliation by working consistently in partnership with our Wiradjuri and First Nations community, always ensuring that this process is based on respect, trust and a spirit of openness.
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ABOUT THE GUIDE Delegates, guests, ticketholders, community, family, whoever’s on your guest list we have a venue for you. You can cater for every event size, style and budget in Wagga Wagga, from an indoor 400 seat theatre setting to premier open-air spaces or pop up marquees in idyllic rural settings. And do all of this hassle free with our laid-back lifestyle, parking comes free, venues and accommodation are an easy walk to the city centre or a quick bus ride away. Need to hire in equipment or catering? Our city has a great selection of quality event suppliers and local producers to make your event a success. Take your event to the next level by treating your delegates to a unique Wagga Wagga experience. Organise a team builder with a difference, meet the makers and creators of outstanding regional produce, from cooking classes to cultural tours of our city. Or, stay another day and enjoy picturesque countryside and nature while road tripping our region. Find out more about all of these great options in the guide.
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inside the guide ABOUT THE GUIDE...................... 3 W E LCO M E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 V E N U E S .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 C AT E R I N G . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 6 S U P P L I E R S + S E R V I C E S.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 7 UNIQUE EXPERIENCES............... 55 S AV E T H E D AT E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 8 E V E N T S U P P O R T. . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 0 W A G G A W A G G A C I T Y M A P.. . . . . . . . . 6 2 GET IN TOUCH.......................... 63
ONSITE ACCOMMODATION ONSITE CATERING ONSITE RESTAURANT ACCESSIBLE WI-FI AUDIO VISUALS
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WELCOME TO WAGGA WAGGA WAGGA WAGGA IS WHERE PATHS CROSS AND PEOPLE MEET.
Traditional land owners, the Wiradjuri people, travelled the region for thousands of years following the cycle of ceremonies and seasons.
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Today, our city remains an ideal meeting spot, with new experiences and events to take part in. We are an ideal destination for industry, education, innovation and future leaders to smaller community gatherings and markets. Wagga Wagga is the largest inland regional city in New South Wales, with more than 65,000 residents
calling it home. We have a variety of accommodation options, from boutique hotels to self-contained apartments, we welcome more than 1.3 million visitors each year who come to explore our city and surrounds. Our city is shaped by the river and connected by pathways. Bring your own kayak and paddle around the Murrumbidgee River or peddle on your bike and explore our iconic landscapes.
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VENUES Pick your space, set the scene and add your own flare. From industry conferences to luxe farm weddings, we have a diverse range of indoor and outdoor venues for your next event.
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BIRDHOUSE BAR & KITCHEN A cocktail bar and restaurant themed at contemporary Australian cuisine. Take your pick from our large sunny beergarden or our large and small group tables inside. Along with our own and classic cocktail menu, you will find tap beers, craft beers, cider and an extensive wine list. Open lunch and dinner. Type of events: Seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions and weddings 246 Baylis Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 6902 info@birdhousebar.com.au birdhousebar.com.au Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Beer Garden
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120
Cage Area
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30
40
The Front
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72
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BOLTON PARK SPORTS STADIUM The Bolton Park Sports Stadium hosts a range of sports and is used for a wide range of community functions, including travel shows, craft fairs, model aircraft, boxing exhibitions, karate and conferencing. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, exhibitions + tradeshows, dinners + cocktail
Morgan Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 6902 wagga.nsw.gov.au/bookings
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Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Stadium
1000
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Meeting Room
40
20
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BORAMBOLA SPORT & RECREATION CENTRE Nestled in the heart of Riverina, the centre enjoys a peaceful setting on the banks of Tarcutta Creek. The centre is ideal for school, family and kids’ camps, corporate or social functions, team building and community group use. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinner + cocktail function, exhibition + tradeshow, weddings 1980 Sturt Highway Borambola, 2650 13 13 02 bookings@sport.nsw.gov.au sportandrecreation.nsw.gov.au
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Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Conference Room
70
45
30
20
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100
Dining Hall
180
160
80
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150
Recreation Hall
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BORAMBOLA WINES A majestic and gracious home dating back to the 1880s with majestic district view. Borambola has a colourful history and a perfect venue to create your next function or event. Type of events: Weddings, conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail, exhibition/ tradeshows
1734 Sturt Highway Borambola, 2650 0404 084 657 naomi@borambola.com borambola.com
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Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Cellar Door
70
25
25
40
50
100
Adjoining
130
50
50
80
110
250
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BOUTIQUE WINES BY CSU CSU Boutique Winery’s cellar door is located on the edge of the university campus with expansive easterly views over the vineyards and fields. The cellar door and boardroom provide a stunning setting for your next event. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions Mambarra Drive, CSU Campus Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6933 2435 csuwinery@csu.edu.au winery.csu.edu.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
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Cocktail
Cellar Door
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CARLYLE SUITES & APARTMENTS The meeting room can accommodate a maximum of eight people. Stay on-site in the superior accommodation, with beautifully appointed and spacious rooms, designed to meet the needs of both the leisure and business traveller. Type of events: Seminars + workshops, meetings
148 Tarcutta Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6933 6100 reception@carlylesuites.com.au carlylesuites.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
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Meeting Room
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CHARLES STURT SUITES & APARTMENTS Set in the centre of the city just 300 metres from the main street, Charles Sturt Suites & Apartments is a perfect choice as an accommodation partner for your corporate event. Type of events: Meetings, dinner + cocktail functions, weddings
82 Tarcutta Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6923 4100 stay@charlessturt.com.au charlessturtwagga.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Roundabout Restaurant
20
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Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
60
100
COMMERCIAL CLUB WAGGA WAGGA Ideally located close to the main street the Commercial Club Wagga offers a number of different sized and styled function rooms plus an outdoor deck area, catering up to 280 people Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings
77 Gurwood Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 3012 ccfunctions@commercialclub.com.au waggarsl.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
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Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Nathan Room
280
60
50
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190
250
RJ Hall Room
100
45
34
15
100
120
Boardroom
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18
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The Deck
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COTTONTAILS RESTAURANT, WINERY & FUNCTION CENTRE Just a short drive from Wagga, on one hundred acres of picturesque countryside - our award-winning wines, locally sourced food and professional team will ensure your next event is memorable. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktails functions, weddings 562 Pattersons Road Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6926 9390 info@cottontailwines.com.au cottontailwines.com.au
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U-Shaped
Board room
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Function Room
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40
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Lounge
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Kittens
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25
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Dining Room
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25
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40
Cottontail Wines
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100
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FOOD I AM Located on the highest elevated site in Wagga Wagga, amongst 100 acres of rolling hills, overlooking the region, a perfect setting for any event, Food I Am is highly regarded for creating spectacular events. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings Kunzea Place Wagga Wagga, 2650 0427 250 498 events@foodiam.com.au foodiam.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Food I Am
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35
50
34
50
70
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INTERNATIONAL HOTEL WAGGA WAGGA Whether it is a wedding, milestone birthday celebration, anniversary or even a school formal, International Hotel has a range of rooms available to suit any occasion and budget. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/tradeshows, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktails functions, weddings Cnr Sturt Highway and Lake Albert Road Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6971 7007 intlhotelwagga.com.au events@intlhotelwagga.com.au Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Avenue One
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Avenue Two
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18
15
25
40
60
Avenue Three
90
30
35
30
80
150
Avenue Full
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60
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100
350
Allure
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250
KIMO ESTATE Kimo Estate is a 7000 acre working sheep and catle farm with rural accommodaton, wedding and event facilities, offering several different venue options. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/tradeshows, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktails functions, weddings 1218 Nangus Road Gundagai, 2722 0421 505 949 emelia@kimoestate.com kimoestate.com
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The Grain Shed
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The Homestead
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1000 +
Shearers Quarters
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MAGPIE’S NEST RESTAURANT The Magpies Nest is the ideal location for weddings and events up to 140 guests. Offering exclusive use of our 20-acre property that overlooks the Murrumbidgee river with stunning evening views over Wagga Wagga. Together we can plan a memorable event for your guests. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings Cnr Old Narrandera and Pine Gully Roads Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6933 1523 hello@magpiesnestwagga.com magpiesnestwagga.com
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Restaurant
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Press Room
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MATES GULLY CAFÉ/RESTAURANT AND BOUTIQUE ACCOMMODATION A stunning heritage building overlooking the Victory Memorial Gardens in the heart of Wagga Wagga. Mates Gully is a fully licensed venue, suitable for events with up to 100 guests with on-site boutique accommodation at an affordable rate. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings 38 Morrow Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 4241 mail@matesgully.com.au matesgully.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Function Room
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100
Restaurant
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The Bar
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MECCANICO EXPRESSO + WINE We know all about the value of sharing good coffee, food and wine with the humans you love, that is why we established this European styled wine and tapa bar. Type of events: Dinners + cocktail functions, seminars + workshops, meetings
171 Fitzmaurice Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 0424 655 524 richard@meccanicowagga.com.au meccanicowagga.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Expresso + Wine Bar
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Laneway
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MERCURE WAGGA WAGGA Mercure Wagga Wagga provides a fully renovated venue with extensive facilities for conferences, meetings, seminars, weddings, special events and gala dinners, as well as 86 fully renovated guest rooms. Type of events: Conferences, exhibitions + tradeshows, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings 1 Morgan Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6939 7200 events@mercurewagga.com.au mercurewagga.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Board Room
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Gallery
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25
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40
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Regent
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25
25
30
40
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Premier
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50
40
30
120
250
Grande Regent
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MURRUMBIDGEE TURF CLUB Whether it is an elegant wedding, a party, celebration, or a business conference, the Murrumbidgee Turf Club offers three versatile venues for your next function. Type of events: Conferences, exhibitions + tradeshows, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings
Travers Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 2150 michelle@mtcwagga.com.au mtcwagga.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Members Lounge
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120
250
Green Ridge Room
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60
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60
120
Champagne Bar
200
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150
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180
350
MUSEUM OF THE RIVERINA HISTORIC COUNCIL CHAMBERS SITE The Historic Council Chambers were built in 1881 and is located in the centre of Wagga Wagga’s main street opposite of the beautiful Victory Memorial Gardens, and adjacent to Council’s Civic Centre with library, art gallery and café. Type of events: Seminars + workshops, meeting
Cnr Morrow and Baylis Streets Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6926 9655 museum@wagga.nsw.gov.au museumriverina.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Historic Council Chamber
70
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NU LUMEAH Located within the ground of Food I Am, on the highest elevated site in Wagga Wagga, amongst 100 acres of rolling hills, overlooking the region, a perfect setting for any event. Nu Lumeah is highly regarded for creating spectacular events. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings
Kunzea Place Wagga Wagga, 2650 0427 250 498 events@foodiam.com.au foodiam.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Marquee
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120
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120
200
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QUALITY INN CARRIAGE HOUSE Surrounded by peaceful gardens, we offer three smartly appointed, pillarless function rooms with natural light. With Chef prepared catering and a dedicated events manager, the team will ensure your guests enjoy all aspects of your event to guarantee it’s success. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings 7 Eunony Bridge Road Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6922 7374 functions@carriagehouse.com.au carriagehouse.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Surrey
80
48
33
28
80
100
Abbott
80
48
27
28
80
100
Rosa
25
18
15
12
24
30
Surrey + Rosa
100
65
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120
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QUE WAGGA Situated in the heart of Wagga Wagga, visit a well-known local spot for a night of entertainment. Book your function at Que Bar, we can tailor a package just for you. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings 109 Baylis Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 5925 5305 quewagga.com.au functions@quewagga.com.au
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Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
The Deck
400
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400
Night Club
450
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30
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200
450
Franks
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180
Conference Room
80
60
30
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80
120
QUEST APARTMENTS WAGGA WAGGA Quest’s meeting room caters for small to medium-sized meetings. Ideal for training, board meetings or product displays, it provides an environment conducive to both formal and informal meetings and events. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings 69 Gurwood St, Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6923 7000 questwaggawagga@questapartments.com.au questwaggawagga.com.au
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U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Riverina
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20
20
20
20
20
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ROMANO’S HOTEL Steeped in history, Romano’s Hotel is one of the Riverina’s most iconic hotels featuring a diverse range of spaces including The Laneway, The Hampden, The Cellar, the alfresco area, and function rooms. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings 81 Fitzmaurice Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 2013 romanoshotel.com.au functions@romanoshotel.com.au Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Chandelier Room
140
50
40
40
120
180
Ambassador Room
50
20
20
24
40
60
Sapphire Room
40
15
15
16
30
60
Laneway
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120
200
The Hampden
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15
15
15
80
180
ROSELEIGH THE WITCHERY Roseleigh the Witchery is the perfect venue for a stylish Wedding or Function. It is a heritage venue circa 1880 – 1920. It is also a multi-award winning Function and Reception Centre. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings “Overdale” Pattersons Road Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6928 4420 roseleighmanor.com.au info@roseleighmanor.com.au
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U-Shaped
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Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Roseleigh the Witchery
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300
80
100
250
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RULES CLUB WAGGA Be pleasantly surprised by our range of modern function spaces, with state-of-the-art AV- equipment, all modern amenities and each space can be customised to fit your next event, from small meetings up to large formal events. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings Cnr Fernleigh and Glenfield Roads Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6931 1511 rulesclubwagga.com laura@rulesclubwagga.com
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U-Shaped
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Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Board Room
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18
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Jezza South
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90
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30
120
150
Jezza North
120
70
30
30
90
120
Jezza Plus
275
270
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450
THE RANGE FUNCTION CENTRE The Range Function Centre is a very large multi-purpose function centre with various configurations of the function spaces available. The space also presents opportunities for workshop or breakout spaces or to host a number of events at any one time, as well as utilising the cafĂŠ and bar areas for events or the outdoor terrace. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions 308 Copland Street East Wagga Wagga, 2650 0423 318 111 bookings@therangefunctions.com.au therangefunctions.com.au
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Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Grand Hall
600
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300
500
Room two
300
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160
250
Room three
300
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160
250
Room two + three
600
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320
500
Full Venue
1200
200
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650
1200
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THE RIVERINE CLUB The Riverine Club can help you with your function requirements whether it is a wedding, ball, birthday party, Christmas party or wake. Our staffs unrivalled expertise will not disappoint. We have various dining options which can accommodate 120 guests seated and up to 200 for a cocktail party. Type of events: Meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings Cnr of Tarcutta & Sturt streets Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 2031 office@riverineclub.com riverineclub.com Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Lounge
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120
200
Ladies Lounge
60
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60
90
Courtyard
80
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120
Boardroom
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10
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THE WILD VINE VINEYARD This colonial style building is complemented by the surrounding vineyards and rural landscape. The warm feel, unique character and abundance of local history provides a distinctive experience for any event. Despite the old world charm this versatile venue features modern amenities with air-conditioning, projector, screen and sound system. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings 1313 Oura Road Wagga Wagga, 2650 0422 764 055 thewildvine.com.au hello@thewildvine.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Main
205
64
26
70
150
205
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THIRSTY CROW BREWING CO. Thirsty Crow Brewing Co. is a unique environment available for your conference or function. Located in Wagga Wagga’s CBD, Thirsty Crow offers three unique areas which can be utilised exclusively for your function requirements. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings 153 Fitzmaurice Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 7470 thirstycrow.com.au info@thirstycrow.com.au
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Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Brewpub
80
60
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100
150
Brewer's Den
60
40
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40
90
Brew Garden
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200
TOWNHOUSE HOTEL Offering a unique environment and delicious food for parties or intimate dinners. The Cellar includes a private bar with an outdoor escape to the deck, along with a dedicated events coordinator and service team. Type of events: Private events, special occasions, weddings, meetings
70 Morgan Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 4337 townhousewagga.com stay@townhousewagga.com
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U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
The Cellar
30
30
20
20
50
80
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TUMUT RIVER BREWING CO Tumut River Brewing Co. is a microbrewery offering a unique experience for your next event. Located in Tumut, approximately 100km from Wagga Wagga.The brewery features a separate conference room offering complete privacy. Type of events: Seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings 1 - 5 Capper Street Tumut, 2720 1300 042 337 trbc.com.au tim@trbc.com.au
Room 1
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Conference Room
50
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50
38
50
80
Outdoor Pergola /Beer Garden
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80
80
Main Bar
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100
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100
50
Entire Brewery
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200
200
UNEKE WAREHOUSE Providing a perfect setting in one of Wagga Wagga’s oldest CBD buildings, offering both indoor and outdoor areas. We can cater for intimate or large scale events up to 120 guests. Type of events: Private functions, corporate events, special events and weddings
140 Fitzmaurice Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6925 8143 unekelounge.com.au functions@unekelounge.com.au
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Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
The Boardroom
50
28
17
30
50
90
The Warehouse
100
80
40
60
100
140
The Chapel
-
60
-
-
-
80
The Restaurant
-
-
-
-
50
80
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UNION CLUB HOTEL The Union Club Hotel, a two storey venue with a verandah overlooking baylis street, is the ideal place to host your next cockatil party or sit-down dinner. Type of events: Dinners + cocktail functions, weddings
122 Baylis Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 9387 unionhotelwagga.com.au info@unionhotelwagga.com.au Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Upstairs at the Union
140
80
60
-
200
240
VICTORIA HOTEL Perfect location for dining and get-togethers, offering a beautiful Beer Garden & Bistro, plus a unique speakeasy/ cocktail lounge upstairs in The Loft. The go to venue in Wagga Wagga. Type of events: Conferences, exhibition/trade show, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions, weddings
55 Baylis Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 5233 vichotelwagga.com.au functions@quewagga.com.au
Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Function Room
-
-
30
40
80
120
Bistro
-
-
-
-
160
-
The Loft
-
-
-
-
80
120
Beer Garden
-
-
-
-
80
100
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WAGGA RSL CLUB Style. Expertise. Convenience. Our numerous function areas and outstanding facilities offer all our guests a premier service for any function. The Wagga RSL Club Motel is conveniently connected to the Club. Type of events: Weddings, conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail, exhibition/ tradeshows Dobbs Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 3624 functions@waggarsl.com.au waggarsl.com.au
Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Mirage/Pacific
400
-
-
-
350
-
Mirage Room
200
120
36
-
150
200
Pacific Lounge
90
60
30
-
120
-
Bowlers Room
60
40
30
-
-
-
Fife Room
80
18
15
18
-
-
Boardroom
-
-
12
-
-
-
WAGGA WAGGA ART GALLERY The Wagga Wagga Art Gallery exhibits a diverse range of contemporary exhibitions as well as the work of Riverina based artists and is also the home to the renowned National Art Glass Collection. Type of events: Conferences, seminars + workshops, meetings, dinners + cocktail functions
Cnr Morrow and Baylis Streets Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6926 9660 waggaartgallery.com.au gallery@wagga.nsw.gov.au
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Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
E3 Art space
30
30
20
20
30
50
Art Workshop
-
15
10
-
-
-
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INDOOR VENUES
WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL CIVIC CENTRE The Civic Centre is located in the heart of the Wagga Wagga CBD, adjacent to key location like the Museum of the Riverina, National Art Glass Gallery, Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre and Victory Memorial Gardens. The Centre boasts various meeting rooms. Type of events: Conferences, meeting, workshops Cnr Morrow and Baylis Streets Wagga Wagga, 2650 1300 292 442 wagga.nsw.gov.au council@wagga.nsw.gov.au
Room Council Meeting Room Council Committee Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
110
-
24
-
48
-
-
-
-
16
-
-
WAGGA WAGGA CIVIC THEATRE Wagga Wagga’s premier, purpose-built events venue. The large tiered auditorium, comfortable seating, and superior technical and AV capabilities make it ideal for corporate presentations and concerts alike. Let our professional team take your event to the next level. Type of events: Conferences, workshops + seminars, performances, award ceremonies Burns Way Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6926 9688 civictheatre.com.au venuecoordinator@wagga.nsw.gov.au
Room 1
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Theatre
491
-
-
-
-
-
Upstairs Foyer
40
-
16
20
-
100
Lower Foyer
-
-
-
-
-
100
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WAGGA WAGGA MULTI-PURPOSE STADIUM Wagga Wagga’s Multi-Purpose Stadium is a high-quality sporting and entertainment/event space located within the city’s eastern sporting precinct. Type of events: Conferences, exhibitions + trade shows, seminars + workshops, dinner + cocktail functions, meetings
Copland Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6926 9390 wagga.nsw.gov.au/bookings
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Room
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shaped
Board room
Sit-down dinner
Cocktail
Stadium
1000
-
-
-
-
-
Meeting Room 1
30
15
-
-
-
-
Meeting Room 2
30
15
-
-
Meeting Room 3
30
15
-
-
-
-
Foyer
100
-
-
-
-
-
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COMMUNITY HALLS + CHAPELS
BRUCEDALE CHAPEL
GLENFIELD SCOUT HALL
1555 Olympic Highway Brucedale, 2650 0448 096 970
59 Dalman Parkway Wagga Wagga, 2650 0409 501 096
BURRANDANA RECREATION RESERVE AND PUBLIC TRUST
HUMULA SOLDIERS MEMORIAL HALL
Somerset’ RMB 870 Clifton Mail Wagga Wagga, 2650 0412 785 941
CURRAWARNA HALL Currawarna, 2650 02 6929 1066
CWA HALL Johnston Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 0409 315 876
COLLINGULLIE SOLDIERS MEMORIAL HALL COMMITTEE 16 Linton Street Collingullie, 2650 0428 200 210
DOWNSIDE HALL 58 Downside Village Road Downside, 2650 0421 505 167
EAST WAGGA SPORTS AND CITIZENS CLUB 2 Pioneer Avenue Gumly Gumly, 2650 0428 729 262
GALORE HALL Pretty Plain Galore, 2650 0407 753 431
GLENFIELD COMMUNITY CENTRE 8 Tanda Place Wagga Wagga, 2650 1300 292 442 wagga.nsw.gov.au/councilbookings
Humula, 2652 02 6928 9144
KOORINGAL GUIDE HALL 565A Kooringal Road Wagga Wagga, 2650 0411 430 404
LADYSMITH HALL 44 Kyeamba Street Ladysmith, 2652 02 6922 1717
WAGGA WAGGA SHOWGROUNDS Cnr Bourke Street & Urana streets Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6925 2180
WAGGA WAGGA TIGERS ROOMS Robertson Oval Wagga Wagga, 2650 0413 016 956
WAGGA WAGGA VETERAN & VINTAGE MOTOR CLUB Cnr Ivan Jack Drive and Morrow Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 0418 253 010
LAKE ALBERT COMMUNITY CENTRE Lake Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 1300 292 442 wagga.nsw.gov.au/councilbookings
MANGOPLAH PUBLIC HALL 14 Cox Street Mangoplah, 2652 0428 285 734
SENIOR CITIZEN CENTRE Tarcutta Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 1300 292 442 wagga.nsw.gov.au/councilbookings
TARCUTTA MEMORIAL HALL 26 Sydney Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6928 7202
URANQUINTY HALL 55 Pearsons Street Uranquinty, 2652 0428 629 738
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VENUE CAPACITY TABLE
Here is your one stop reference to our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds venues. Quickly scan through this expanded list and find a space that’s the perfect size for your unique event or conference.
Phone number
# meetings rooms OR # venue spaces
Total capacity (Max)
Theatre (Max)
Astor Motor Inn
02 6921 4328
1
100
70
Birdhouse Bar & Kitchen
02 6921 6902
3
250
-
Bolton on the Park
02 6921 6222
1
30
-
Bolton Park Sports Stadium
02 6926 9390
2
1000
1000
Borambola Sport & Recreation Centre
02 6928 4300
3
250
180
Borambola Wines
0404 084 657
2
300
130
Boutique Wines By CSU
02 6933 2435
2
65
-
Camp Kurrajong Scout Camp
02 6921 7037
2
180
120
Carlyle Suites & Apartments
02 6933 6100
1
8
-
Charles Sturt Suites & Apartments
02 6923 4100
1
100
20
Charles Sturt University
02 6933 2044
5
1000
1000
Commercial Club Wagga Wagga
02 6921 3012
4
280
280
Cottontails Restaurant, Winery & Function Centre
02 6928 4554
5
130
100
Equex Multi-Purpose Stadium
02 6926 9390
5
1000
1000
Food I Am
0427 250 498
1
70
50
Garden City Motor Inn - Oliver’s Restaurant
02 6921 3646
1
-
-
International Hotel Wagga Wagga
02 6971 7007
5
350
250
Kimo Estate
0421 505 949
3
1000+
-
Magpie’s Nest Restaurant
02 6933 1523
2
140
-
Mantra Pavilion Hotel
02 6921 6411
3
250
70
Mates Gully Café and Restaurant
02 6921 4241
3
100
60
Meccanico Expresso + Wine
0424 655 524
2
100
-
Melba’s Bakehouse and Eatery and The Manhattan Wagga
02 69212 826
4
275
-
Mercure Wagga Wagga
02 6939 7200
5
350
120
Murrumbidgee Turf Club
02 6921 2151
3
350
200
Museum of the Riverina Historic Council Chambers site
02 6926 9655
1
80
70
Notre Dame University Theatre
02 8204 4109
3
110
110
Nu Lumeah
0427 250 498
1
200
150
Palm & Pawn
02 6921 6688
6
180
100
PCYC Wagga Wagga
02 6921 5873
1
200
150
Quality Inn Carriage House
02 6922 7374
4
120
100
Que Wagga
02 5925 5305
4
1180
450
Quest Apartments Wagga Wagga
02 6923 7000
1
20
20
Business
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VENUE CAPACITY TABLE
Classroom (Max)
U-Shaped Boardroom (Max) (Max)
Sit-down dinner (Max)
Cocktail/ standing (Max)
Type
20
40
50
60
100
Venue with Accommodation
-
-
-
70
120
Venue
-
-
-
20
30
Venue with Accommodation
20
-
-
-
-
Venue
160
80
20
80
250
Venue with Accommodation
50
50
80
110
250
Venue
-
-
12
30
65
Venue
-
180
-
-
-
Venue with Accommodation
8
-
-
-
-
Venue with Accommodation
-
20
-
60
100
Venue with Accommodation
180
40
48
300
400
Venue
60
50
34
190
250
Venue
100
20
-
100
130
Venue
15
-
-
-
-
Venue
35
50
34
50
70
Venue
-
-
-
60
-
Venue with Accommodation
60
35
30
120
250
Venue with Accommodation
-
-
20
200
1000+
Venue with Accommodation
-
-
-
140
140
Venue
25
26
15
150
250
Venue with Accommodation
30
-
20
60
100
Venue with Accommodation
-
-
-
52
80
Venue
-
30
60
110
140
Venue with Accommodation
50
40
30
170
250
Venue with Accommodation
-
150
-
180
350
Venue
-
15
15
-
80
Venue
10
10
10
-
-
Venue
120
150
120
200
200
Venue
150
70
60
80
180
Venue with Accommodation
200
-
50
-
-
Venue
65
33
28
100
120
Venue with Accommodation
60
30
21
200
450
Venue
20
20
20
20
20
Venue with Accommodation
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Phone number
# meetings rooms OR # venue spaces
Total capacity (Max)
Theatre (Max)
Riverina Community College
1800 000 212
5
40
40
CSU Riverina Playhouse
02 6933 2999
1
210
210
Romano’s Hotel
0402 199 347
5
200
140
Roseleigh the Witchery
02 6928 4420
1
500
300
Rules Club Wagga
02 6931 1511
4
450
275
St Edward’s of the Riverina
0417 136 270
1
1
250
The Kooringal Hotel
02 6922 6370
5
200
-
The Lawson Motor Inn
02 6921 2200
2
70
70
The Range Function Centre
0423 318 111
4
1200
1200
The Riverine Club
02 6921 2031
4
200
60
The Wild Vine Vineyard
0422 764 055
1
205
205
Thirsty Crow Brewing Co.
02 6921 7470
3
200
80
Townhouse Hotel
02 6921 4337
1
80
30
Tumut River Brewing Co
1300 042 337
4
200
50
Uneke Warehouse
02 6925 8143
4
140
100
Union Club Hotel
02 6921 9387
1
250
140
Victoria Hotel
02 6921 5233
4
1180
-
Wagga RSL Club
02 6921 3624
6
400
400
Wagga Wagga Art Gallery
02 6926 9660
2
50
30
Wagga Wagga Boat Club
02 6926 2300
1
140
-
Wagga Wagga City Council - Civic Centre
1300 292 442
2
110
110
Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre
02 6926 9688
3
491
491
Wagga Wagga Country Club
02 6922 6444
1
200
100
Wagga Wagga Harness Racing Club
02 6925 1600
35
4000
-
Wagga Wagga Multi-Purpose Stadium
02 6926 9390
5
1000
1000
Wagga Wagga Showground
02 6925 2180
3
1000
1000
William Farrer Hotel
02 6921 3631
3
310
-
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30
15
0
5
VENUE CAPACITY TABLE
Classroom (Max)
U-Shaped Boardroom (Max) (Max)
Sit-down dinner (Max)
Cocktail/ standing (Max)
Type
25
25
20
-
-
Venue
-
210
-
-
100
Venue
50
40
40
120
200
Venue
300
80
100
250
500
Venue with Accommodation
270
30
30
340
450
Venue with Accommodation
-
-
-
-
180
200
-
40
-
120
200
Venue
40
30
10
-
-
Venue with Accommodation
200
-
-
650
1200
Venue
-
-
10
120
200
Venue with Accommodation
64
26
70
150
205
Venue
60
-
-
100
200
Venue
30
20
20
50
80
Venue
-
100
38
200
200
Venue
80
40
60
100
140
Venue
80
60
-
200
240
Venue
-
30
40
160
120
Venue
120
36
18
350
400
Venue with Accommodation
30
20
20
30
50
Venue
-
-
-
140
-
Venue
-
24
16
48
-
Venue
-
16
20
-
100
Venue
50
36
8
180
200
Venue
-
-
200
200
200
Venue
15
-
-
-
-
Venue
-
-
-
600
60
Venue
120
100
50
120
200
Venue with Accommodation
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OUTDOOR VENUES
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OUTDOOR VENUES
PARKS + GARDENS Apex Park Bosley Park Botanic Gardens Collins Park Victory Memorial Gardens
SPORTS GROUNDS Bolton Park Conolly Park French Fields Gissing Oval Jubilee Park McDonalds Park McPherson Oval Rawlings Park Robertson Oval Wagga Cricket Ground
OTHER BOOKABLE SPACES Riverside: Wagga Beach Wollundry Lagoon Civic Centre Precinct Behind Visitor Information Centre Cross Street Car Park See more at wagga.nsw.gov.au/councilbookings
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C ATERING Don’t let your guests go hungry. From boardroom and conference catering to pop-up restaurants, bars and food vans, our catering options will satisfy all tastes. Eat + Drink your way through Wagga Wagga + Surrounds. Stop by visitwagga.com/eatndrink
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FOOD TRUCKS + POP UPS
CAVE RESTAURANT + BAR CAVE Catering incorporating Crowley’s Hot Sauce can cater at events and functions either at your site or ours, with a relaxed approach to comfort food. Sides, salads and slow cooked foods are are our specialty.
96 Fitzmaurice Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 6508 cavebbq.com.au
DOUGH RE MI Dough Re Mi takes simple, wholesome ingredients and transforms them into incredible and outrageously delicious cookies.
20 Fitzmaurice Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 0402 680 616 hello@doughremi.com.au doughremi.com.au
HARANS PATISSERIE An awesome team of local pastry chefs and bakers bringing everything sweet and colourful to Wagga Wagga + Surrounds. We are dessert and cake creators and can cater for any celebration or wedding.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6931 7777 info@haranspatisserie.com haranspatisserie.com.au
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FOOD TRUCKS + POP UPS
INFUSO Infuso’s mobile food and drink van specialises in awardwinning coffee. Available to hire for conferences, weddings, corporate or sporting events. Get in touch and we can customise our services to your requirements.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6925 2176 infuso2014@outlook.com facebook.com/infusocafewagga
KILLER PIES Killer Pies are sweeping the region with their paddock to plate take on gourmet pies. We love to partake in wickedly good times and will catch your eye at events in Wagga Wagga + Surrounds.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6928 4420 info@roseleighmanor.com.au roseleighmanor.com.au
QUINTY BAKEHOUSE Let us bring our artisan baked goods to you at your next event. Enjoy a selection of sourdough, cobbs and baguettes along with mouth-watering handcrafted tarts, cookies and cakes.
Uranquinty, 2652 02 6922 9119 qbakehouse@qbakehouse.com
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FOOD TRUCKS + POP UPS
ROUNDABOUT ROASTS Spit roast caterer, smoker and preparer of quality meats with friendly and experienced staff. Our food van encompasses coffee and food from an extensive and diverse range of quality products for your next event or function.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 0417 287 640 lawsy10@bigpond.com roundaboutroasts.com
TAMMY’S THAI KITCHEN Tammy’s Thai Kitchen is all about authentic Thai food with a Modern twist. Our Chefs have received their training in some of Sydney’s best Thai food establishments and are ready add some ‘spice’ to Wagga Wagga.
Shop 43, Kooringal Mall, 269 Lake Albert Road Kooringal, 2650 1300 826 697 info@tammysthaikitchen.com.au tammysthaikitchen.com.au
THE RAVEN + UNICORN American inspired mobile soft serve. An all-in-one dessert solution. Available for hire: parties, weddings and special occasions.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 0423 492 000 theravenunicorn@internode.on.net theravenandunicorn.com.au
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WAGGA WOODFIRED WAGON A mobile food trailer servicing Wagga Wagga + Surrounds. We offer private and public catering for all occasions specialising in gourmet wood fired pizza buffets.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 0450 797 751 info@woodfiredwagon.com.au woodfiredwagon.com.au
AUSSIE BOB’S ICE CREAM
KIRKY’S COFFEE CART
SMOKING BUTCHER
Wagga Wagga aussiebobs@live.com.au
Wagga Wagga 0409 153 714 facebook.com/kirkyscoffee kirkyscoffee@gmail.com
Wagga Wagga 0432 747 513 facebook.com/smokingbutcher
KITO’S COFFEE AND GLOBAL DINING
Wagga Wagga 0400 214 868 spiltmilkespresso@hotmail.com facebook.com/spiltmilkespressovan
BADGER AND HOUND COFFEE Wagga Wagga facebook.com/badgerandhoundcoffee badgerandhoundcoffee@gmail.com
BOOST JUICE MOBILE Wagga Wagga 0423 696 811 boostjuicewagga@gmail.com
Wagga Wagga 0409 220 060 deniseaflack@gmail.com
LUCID, THE KOMBI CAFÉ
DIPPIN DOTS
Wagga Wagga 0487 387 122 lucidkombicafe.com
Wagga Wagga 0415 588 497 david@subze.com.au
GUZMAN Y GOMEZ Wagga Wagga 02 8257 0996 waggawagga@gyg.com.au guzmanygomez.com.au
MADDISH EST 2020 VINTAGE COFFEE VAN Wagga Wagga 0434 399 653
RIVERINA POFFERTJES
KAINAN GRILL FILIPINO /ASIAN CUISINE
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LA CRÊPE’RIT Wagga Wagga 0432 283 541 facebook.com/lacreperitwagga noellie.bourdoiseau@gmail.com
DE NICE
Wagga Wagga 02 6921 3953 kainangrill@gmail.com
Wagga Wagga 0450 913 294 facebook.com/kitoscatering kitoscatering@gmail.com
Wagga Wagga riverina_poffertjes@hotmail.com
SISTA SPARROW COFFEE VAN Wagga Wagga facebook.com/sistasparrow
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SPILT MILK ESPRESSO VAN
THE GOOD GRIND Wagga Wagga 0429 555 641 dazjacks1975@yahoo.com
WHAT THE POP Wagga Wagga whatthepop.com.au lucy@whatthepop.com.au
3 DUTCHIES Wagga Wagga 0412 719 831 www.facebook.com/3Dutchies 3Dutchies20@gmail.com
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FUNCTION + BOARDROOM CATERING
ARTISAN BAKER - SO FRENCH, SO FRESH French-owned and operated artisan boulangerie and patisserie, specialising in French-style breads and desserts.
2/189 Morgan Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6971 7180 artisanbakerwagga@gmail.com facebook.com/artisanbakerwagga
CAFE SONDER Specialising in grazing and sandwich platters both onsite and offsite. Catering for a range of dietary needs with great experience in sweet vegan treats. Licenced from 5.30pm in a central, elegant yet casual setting.
97 Fitzmaurice St Wagga Wagga, 2650 0400 947 051 cafesonder@hotmail.com facebook.com/cafesonderwaggawagga
SCHNITZ We bring the age-old culinary traditions of the schnitzel to modern-day tastebuds through fresh ingredients and healthier pan frying. Whether planning a party or a working lunch, our catering packs will keep everyone satisfied.
62a Forsyth Street Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 5924 5214 schnitz.com.au
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FUNCTION + BOARDROOM CATERING
TABLE + GRAZE Table and Graze specialise in creating unique grazing tables, sourcing quality gourmet produce and preparing each table with creativity, passion and detail.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 0419 470 305 info@tableandgraze.com.au tableandgraze.com.au
CASTLE LANE CATERING
KNIGHTS DELI
Wagga Wagga 0407 966 861 castlelanecatering.com.au
Wagga Wagga 02 6921 3725 admin@knightsmeats.com.au knightsriverina.com.au
CATERING ON CRAMPTON Wagga Wagga 02 6971 8499 cateringoncrampton.com.au
CARLO’S CAFE Wagga Wagga 02 6921 4636 carloswagga.com.au
FREE SPIRIT FOODS Wagga Wagga 0488 767 908 freespiritfoods@outlook.com
HARVEST CATERING Wagga Wagga 02 6921 3631 williamfarrerhotel.com.au
JAMES VICKERS CATERING Wagga Wagga 0427 448 566 jamesvickerscatering.com.au
MICHELE SEYMOUR CATERING Ariah Park 0427 267 383
LAMOTTES CATERING
SWEET BEE BY CAITLIN MULLAVEY
Wagga Wagga 0418 480 906 lamottescatering.com.au
Wagga Wagga sweetbeepastries@gmail.com sweetbeecake.com
LIME LEAF CATERING
THE GOLDEN ROAST
Wagga Wagga 0401 825 008 limeleafcatering.com.au
Wagga Wagga 0414 685 450 goldenroast.com.au/region/waggawagga wagga@goldenroast.com.au
MARBULL CATERING Wagga Wagga 0474 145 899 marbullcatering.com
MELBA’S BAKEHOUSE & EATERY Wagga Wagga 02 6921 2826 melbasbakehouse.com
TOMORROWS CAFÉ Wagga Wagga 02 6921 1444 facebook.com/Tomorrowscafe
WAGGA CATERING SERVICE Wagga Wagga 0402 221 430 waggacatering.wixsite.com
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POP UP BAR
BORAMBOLA WINES Producing 100 percent estate-grown wines,beer and cider. The Cellar Door is available for tastings, wedding and functions.
Borambola, 2650 0404 084 657 naomi@borambola.com borambola.com
BOUTIQUE WINES BY CSU Let us bring our cellar door experience to you. Enjoy an intimate and informative tasting at your next event showcasing our locally produced and award winning selections of wine.
Mambarra Drive, CSU Campus Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6933 2435 winery.csu.edu.au csuwinery@csu.edu.au
COTTONTAIL WINES With eight varieties of award-winning wines grown locally from the Wagga region, Cottontail Wines has a suitable wine for all guests to enjoy.
562 Pattersons Rd. Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6928 4554 info@cottontailwines.com.au cottontailwines.com.au
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THIRSTY CROW BREWERY CO. Wagga’s ‘born and brewed’ beers. Offering a vast array of craft brews for any style of event. Beer is our obsession. Thirst is our enemy.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 7470 info@thirstycrow.com.au thirstycrow.com.au
TUMUT RIVER BREWERY CO Craft beer on tap whenever you want it, wherever you want it.* A Vintage Caravan pouring 8 taps of ice cold beer freshly brewed in Tumut. *Liquor licensing conditions apply.
Tumut, 2720 1300 042 337 tim@trbc.com.au trbc.com.au
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SUPPLIERS + SERVICES
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SUPPLIERS + SERVICES Whether you’re setting the stage or setting the table, we’ve got your supplies and services sorted. Our micro-farm florists and event stylists can dress the scene while our hire services can fit your space with marquees, bell-tents and staging. Need your guests to be on the move? Our city offers shuttle, car and truck hire services. You will also find event planners listed in this guide who can help you plan your event or major corporate conference.
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EVENT MANAGERS + STYLING
KING EVENTS King Events is a dynamic event management business located in Wagga Wagga, servicing clients throughout Australia.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 0402 199 347 belinda@kingevents.com.au kingevents.com.au
LITTLE TRIFFIDS Wagga Wagga’s first studio florist and micro flower farm provides unique, sustainable pieces that stand out. Talk to us for bespoke floral design and styling.
North Wagga, 2650 0424 291 634 hello@littletriffids.com.au littletriffids.com.au
ADAM BANNISTER EVENT PRODUCTION
HOUSE ON THE HILL MARKETING
Wagga Wagga 0475 673 819 adam@ab-av.net ab-av.net
Wagga Wagga 0423 722 098 hello@houseonthehillmarketing.com.au houseonthehillmarketing.com.au
EMMYLOU WILDFLOWERS
PAPEL (PAPER)
Wagga Wagga 0417 109 754 facebook.com/emmylouwildflowers emmylouwildflowers@gmail.com
Wagga Wagga 0410 416 800 hello@papelpaper.com papelpaper.com
SCOOTER FLOWERS Wagga Wagga 02 6921 1822 scooterflowers.com.au
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THE STYLING STORE Wagga Wagga 0408 221 677 thestylingstore.com.au
TURNSTYLE EVENTS Wagga Wagga 0406 382 534 Karly@turnstyleevents.com.au
WITH LOVE BESPOKE STYLING Wagga Wagga 0411 865 680 withlovebespokestyling.com
EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORT + SERVICE HIRE
HELLOWORLD TRAVEL WAGGA WAGGA A smiling face, friendly service and great prices make Helloworld Travel Wagga Wagga the only place to book your future travel.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 2000 helloworld.com.au/store/wagga-wagga waggawagga@helloworld.com.au
HERTZ Hertz is dedicated to providing business and leisure travellers with a quality car rental service allowing them to ‘Journey On’.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6938 6000 hertz.com.au wagga@go2investments.com.au
KIDSON’S CYCLES Cycling Wagga Wagga + Surrounds? Stock up on equipment, hire a bike or purchase one from the range featuring Specialized, Trek, Merida and Cervelo.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 02 6921 4474 sales@kidsonscycles.com.au kidsonscycles.com.au
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EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORT + SERVICE HIRE
RIVERINA CARAVAN HIRE Offering a modern fleet of Jayco caravans and glamping tents for hire. Based in Wagga Wagga servicing southern New South Wales and north eastern Victoria.
Wagga Wagga, 2650 info@riverinacaravanhire.com.au riverinacaravanhire.com.au
THRIFTY CAR + TRUCK RENTAL WAGGA WAGGA Hit the road with Thrifty and experience everything Wagga Wagga + Surrounds has to offer.
Wagga Wagga Airport, Don Kendall Drive Forest Hill, 2651 02 6922 8047 wagga@thrifty.lymehill.com.au thrifty.com.au
WAGGA SHUTTLE Transferring passengers in shuttle buses and corporate cars around Wagga Wagga + Surrounds.
Forest Hill, 2651 0458 350 100 info@waggashuttle.com.au waggashuttle.com.au
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EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORT + SERVICE HIRE
ALLISON MUSIC
LITTLE GREEN TRUCK
Wagga Wagga 02 6921 2696 allisonmusic.com.au
Wagga Wagga 0436 297 660 littlegreentruck.com.au/waggawagga
AVIS CAR & TRUCK RENTAL
MAYFLY MEDIA
Wagga Wagga 02 6921 9977 avis.com.au
Wagga Wagga 0411 645 243 info@mayflymedia.com.au
BUDGET CAR & TRUCK HIRE
NEXT IN LINE FILMS
Wagga Wagga 02 6938 2999 budget.com.au
DAYSHIFT PRODUCTIONS Wagga Wagga 0408 411 615 dayshiftproductions.com hi@dayshiftproductions.com
COATES HIRE Wagga Wagga 02 6932 5500 coateshire.com.au
JAEGERS EVENT HIRE WAGGA Wagga Wagga 02 6971 8500 jeh.com.au
KENNARDS HIRE Wagga Wagga 02 6938 4500 kennards.com.au/branch/nsw/waggawagga
02 6925 6111 wcr.net.au
WAGGA EVENT HIRE Wagga Wagga
Wagga Wagga 0424 051 953 damian@nextinlinefilms.com.au
PLATFORM Wagga Wagga 02 6921 6890 platformriverina.com
WAGGA CAR RADIO AND HIFI Wagga Wagga
RIVERINA PARTY HIRE Wagga Wagga 02 6921 1997 rivpartyhire.com.au
RIVERINA TRAFFIC SERVICES
02 6921 3211 soundfits.com.au
WAGGAWAGGA.TV Wagga Wagga 02 6971 7771 info@waggawagga.tv
WHITE TOP VENUES Wagga Wagga 0419 510 031 whitetopvenues.com.au
WORKS FOR YOU Wagga Wagga 0433 305 530 will@worksforyou.net.au worksforyou.net.au
Wagga Wagga 02 6925 5267 riverinatraffic.com.au
SOUND FITS Wagga Wagga 0403 748 832 waggaeventhire.com.au
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AMUSEMENTS
SNOWY RIVER AMUSEMENTS For Hire: Pony Rides, Jumping Castles, Large Rides, Games and Food Stalls for any event!
Rosewood, 2652 0408 123 627 facebook.com/SnowyRiverPonyRides snowyriverponyrides@skymesh.com.au
CHEEKY BRUSHES
JUMPING BEANS
Wagga Wagga 0427 060 657 facebook.com/ cheekybrushesfacepaintingwaggawagga cheekybrushes@hotmail.com
Wagga Wagga 1300 570 591 info@jumpingbeans.com.au jumpingbeans.com.au
DRAGONTALES FACE PAINTING Coolamon 0408 966 615 dragontalesfacepaintingaustralia.com tanya-menzies@bigpond.com
FANCY FACES Wagga Wagga 0458 811 779 facebook.com/pg/fancyfacesbytegan
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KATE’S FACE AND BODY ART Wagga Wagga 0439 995 973 facebook.com/katesfaceandbodyart kjlucy@bigpond.com
SINISTER FIREWORKS Wagga Wagga 0428 311 118 info@sinisterfireworks.com.au https://www.sinisterfireworks.com.au/
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TAILFEATHER FACE & BODY ART Wagga Wagga 0419 295 319 hello@tailfeather.art tailfeather.art
TONY JOE’S AMUSEMENTS Wagga Wagga 02 6925 9296 facebook.com/TonyJoesAmusement
TOILETS & WASTE SERVICES
TOILET SERVICES
WASTE SERVICES
COATES HIRE
CLEANAWAY WAGGA WAGGA
Wagga Wagga 02 6932 5500 coateshire.com.au
Wagga Wagga 02 5908 4401 cleanaway.com.au
JAEGERS EVENT HIRE WAGGA
COMMUNITY CASH 4 CANS TRAILER | WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL
02 6971 8500 Wagga Wagga jeh.com.au
Wagga Wagga 1300 292 442 environment@wagga.nsw.gov.au wagga.nsw.gov.au/cash4cans
KENNARDS HIRE Wagga Wagga 02 6938 4500 kennards.com.au/branch/nsw/wagga-wagga
PLATFORM EZY-DUN Wagga Wagga 02 6921 6890 platformriverina.com
RIVERINA ENSUITE HIRE Wagga Wagga 0477 932 228 facebook.com/pg/riverinaensuitehire
WHITE TOP VENUES 379 Edward Street Wagga Wagga 0419 510 031 whitetopsvenues.com.au
JJ RICHARDS WAGGA WAGGA Wagga Wagga 02 6056 3444 jjrichards.com.au
SMALLMON BROTHERS WASTE Wagga Wagga 02 6925 7008 smallmonbrotherswaste.com.au
SUEZ Wagga Wagga 02 6921 4627 suez.com.au
VINNIES CONTAINER DEPOSIT SCHEME Wagga Wagga 02 6921 2224 vinnies.org.au/cds
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UNIQUE EXPERIENCES
UNIQUE EXPERIENCES YOURS TO EXPLORE. LOOKING TO MAKE YOUR EVENT A FULL EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR GUESTS? HERE ARE SOME UNIQUE WAGGA WAGGA EXPERIENCES. Get hands on with alpaca wool at Ashculme Textiles, try horse riding or a wellbeing workshop at Belisi Wellbeing & Equestrian Centre or see our city on two wheels by hiring a bike from Kidsons Cycles. Get the team together to taste and prepare our finest regional produce at a Food I Am cooking class or meet the makers at the cellar door with locally grown and produced award-winning wine. Looking to explore our region a bit further? Head off on a quick roadtrip of our Wagga Wagga + Surrounds region. Start with savoury, end with dessert, finish with a nightcap. Head out of Wagga Wagga to the north on the road to the heritage town of Coolamon. Stop in for lunch at the Coolamon Cheese Factory and enjoy in-house cheese paired with meats and local produce. You can also indulge in cheese tastings and watch the cheese being handcrafted and matured. Next, make your way to Junee to indulge in sweet treats at the Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory. Take a tour or make your own chocolate delight. Return to Wagga Wagga for tours and tastings at our home grown micro brewery, Thirsty Crow Brewing Co. Discover it all at visitwagga.com/seendo
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TOUR PROVIDERS + FARM GATE EXPERIENCES > Agriculture Tours Riverina 0419 407 804 > Ashculme Textiles 0414 478 585 > Bidgee Strawberries and Cream 0428 968 909 > Borambola Wines 0404 084 657 > Boutique Wines by CSU 02 6933 2435 > Coolamon Cheese Coolamon 02 6924 3574 > Cottontails Wines 02 6928 4554 > Food I Am 0427 250 498 > Junee Licorice & Chocolate Factory 02 6924 3574 > Pretty Parrot Distilling 0418 284 669 > Thirsty Crow Brewing Co. 02 6921 7470 > Truenorth Helicopters 0428 534 573 > Tumut River Brewing Co. 1300 042 337 > Wiradjuri Cultural Tours bundyiculture.com.au > Wollundry Grove Olives 0429 201 773 > Yarrangobilly Caves 02 6454 9597 Discover more at visitwagga.com/tours
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Must see:
Coolamon
> Dog on the Tuckerbox, Gundagai > Bradman’s Birthplace, Cootamundra > Old Gundagai Gaol
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> Coolamon Cheese Factory > Coolamon Fire Museum > Up-to-Date Store
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> Tumut River Brewing Co > Nest – Café:Cinema:Books, Tumbarumba > Yarrangobilly Caves + Historic Homesteads > Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins > Hume and Hovell Track > True North Helicopters > Pretty Parrot Distilling
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> Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory > Railway Roundhouse > Monte Cristo > Bethungra Dam
Temora Must see:
> Temora Aviation Museum > Lake Centenary > Ariah Park Hotel
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> Sandhills Artefacts > Narrandera Koala Reserve > Lake Talbot
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> Greens Gunyah Museum & Doris Golder Wool Art Gallery > The Rock Heritage Trail > Lockhart Sculpture & Heritage Trail > Kengal (The Rock) Nature Reserve
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> HMAS Otway, Holbrook > Hanel’s Lookout, Woomargama National Park > Morgan’s Lookout Walla Walla
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SAVE THE DATE
SAVE THE DATE
WAGGA WAGGA + SURROUNDS HOST A NUMBER OF MAJOR EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, CHECK THE CALENDAR BELOW TO CLAIM YOUR OWN DATE.
SUMMER > New Year’s Eve > Australia Day > Wagga Pro Rodeo > NSW Junior Touch Football Southern Cup Conference > Tumbafest, Tumbarumba AUTUMN > Wagga Mardi Gras (pictured right) > Wagga Wagga Food & Wine Festival > Stone the Crows Festival > Wagga Wagga Gold Cup Carnival > Wagga Wagga Antiques and Collectables Fair > Batlow Apple Cider Fest, Batlow WINTER > Wagga Comedy Fest > Lost Lanes > Wagga Wagga Swap Meet > Wagga Wagga Trail Marathon SPRING > Henty Machinery Field Days, Henty > Spring Jam > Gears and Beers > Fusion (pictured left) > Warbirds Downunder, Temora - biannual Full list of events at visitwagga.com/calendar
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EVENT SUPPORT
EVENT SUPPORT
PLANNING AN EVENT CAN BE DAUNTING. HOWEVER, YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO IT ALONE.
Draw on the expertise and knowledge of local professionals who know the city, our suppliers and can steer you in the right direction.
There are opportunities for events to access the following Wagga Wagga City Council funding:
Wagga Wagga City Council’s Visitor Economy & Events team can offer support and advice on a range of event needs.
MAJOR EVENTS, FESTIVALS AND FILMS SPONSORSHIP
The team can help find the perfect venue for your event, promoting your event and can even advise on funding opportunities.
This sponsorship provides cash and in-kind support for a diverse range of visitor events. Sponsorship is segmented into two streams with two sponsorship rounds open each year.
EVENT PROMOTION Your event is important to our city, which is why we want to make sure it is a success. Our team can assist with promotions both print and digital, through our #visitwagga channels, and best of all, it’s free. Your event promotion starts with registering your confirmed event on our database, once registered it will be considered for inclusion in: > The visitwagga.com online calendar of events and website > Promotion via our social media channels > Seasonal printed What’s On Guide > Weekly Council News publication printed in regional newspaper (appears a week leading up to your event) > Other seasonal campaigns > Email newsletters visitwagga.com/promote
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FUNDING, GRANTS + SPONSORSHIPS
WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL ANNUAL GRANTS PROGRAM An annual program that aims to support a wide range of activities that build community capacity and enhance community wellbeing, aligning with the Community Strategic Plan. Applications for this program are open from March to May each year for events held the following financial year. Get in touch with us to discuss if your event may be eligible for the following funding options and how to apply. wagga.nsw.gov.au/grants ADVICE + PLANNING If you’re planning an event, a key consideration is the date. Wagga Wagga hosts more than 500 events each year. Our team can help you claim the right date for your event – making sure you can get the maximum number of guests to your event.
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EVENT SUPPORT
Once you have the perfect date, it’s then time to sort out the planning and staging of your event. Does your event require a development application, how do I book an open space, what about traffic management?
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If you’re scratching your head over any of these questions, speak to our team for the best advice. Here’s what we can help you with:
WAGGA WAGGA PACKS AND GIFTS
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Development Applications Traffic management and road closures Food safety Waste management Hiring recreational reserves and open spaces, including site visits
OTHER SUPPORT + RESOURCES:
Lighting Festival furniture Pop up marquees Advice on city-wide promotional options i.e entry signage
Welcome your delegates or guests to our city with individual Wagga Wagga information packs. The Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre can package up a range of city guides and maps making it easy for your guests to make the most of their time in Wagga Wagga. Wagga Wagga branded corporate gifts can also be arranged – up to two weeks’ notice is required to prepare these gifts. The Wagga Shop, inside the Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre, should be your first stop for unique Wagga Wagga + Surrounds produce, gifts and custom or pre-made hampers for delegates or guests. Pick your own items for the hampers from what’s instore, or select already pre-made hampers.
DIGITAL RESOURCES: > Image library – generic event images or promotional images and video of our city visitwagga.com/promote > Logos EVENT RESOURCES AND STAGING > Wagga Wagga City Council branded banners > Picket fencing
Get in contact with the team 1300 292 442 events@wagga.nsw.gov.au
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GET IN TOUCH Wagga Wagga City Council 243 Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 1300 292 442 events@wagga.nsw.gov.au visitwagga.com
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Published June 2020 by Wagga Wagga City Council, PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga, NSW, 2650. Information in this guide is correct at the time of printing and is provided in good faith. No responsibility will be taken for any inaccuracies, changes, errors or misconceptions of any kind. Businesses featured in this guide are members of the Wagga Wagga Tourism Partner Program 2019-20. Other businesses listed have been included as additional items. Front cover: Food I Am, supplied by Destination NSW Inside front cover: Wagga Wagga, supplied by Destination NSW Back cover: Wagga Wagga + Surrounds canola fields, by Chloe Smith Photography
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