Royal Mail Hotel, Dunkeld

Royal Mail Hotel, Dunkeld
Sq (m)
Theatre
Classroom
U-Shape
Boardroom
Dining
Cocktail
Banquet
Contact
Event Centre
190
120
60
55
40
120
120
120
Event Centre - West
87
55
20
20
15
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Event Centre - East
86
85
40
35
20
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Mt Sturgeon
220
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-
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120
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Event Coordinator
Parker Street (Glenelg Hwy)
Dunkeld Victoria 3294
T 03 5577 2241
F 03 5577 2577
E [email protected]
Wwww.royalmail.com.au
Venue Description
Historic hotel featuring award winning restaurant, bistro, bar,
4 star accommodation, full conference facilities.
Location
Located in picturesque township of Dunkeld, 3 hours from
Melbourne, at the southern tip of the Grampians National
Park.
Facilities
4 start hotel rooms, all featuring ensuites, private deck,
tea & coffee making facilities, HD Plasma TV, Austar and
complimentary wi-fi.
Recreational Facilities
Guest of the Mt Sturgeon Homestead have full access to
facilities at the Royal Mail Hotel and complimentary transfers
are included for diners in the award winning Restaurant and
Bistro.
Detailed walking maps are provided for marked trails on the
Mt Sturgeon property and the bordering Grampians National
Park. Optional activities include tours of the Royal Mail Hotel
wine cellar, native gardens and historic Homestead, winery
and farm produce tours, bocce, badminton, croquet, native
wildlife feeding, team building and adventure activities.
Accommodation Rooms
The Hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and the
Grampians Golf Course close by.
20 rooms available. Also 8 semi self-contained bluestone
cottages and historic homestead on nearby Mt Sturgeon
property.
Awards
Technical Facilities
Full conferencing facilities available including data projector
and screen. TV/DVD/Video/CD, flipcharts.
»» Three Chefs Hats, The Age Good Food Guide 2013
»» Three Stars, Australian Gourmet Traveller 2013
»» Regional Accommodation of the Year, Australian Hotels
Association (Vic) 2012
Mt Sturgeon Homestead
Corporate Retreat
Contact
Accommodation Capacity
Event Coordinator
Royal Mail Hotel
Parker Street (Glenelg Hwy)
Dunkeld VIC 3294
»» Homestead – 6 single share
T 03 5577 2241
F 03 5577 2577
[email protected]
Wwww.royalmail.com.au
»» Mt Sturgeon Cottages – 10 single share
Technical Facilities
Full conferencing facilities available including data projector
& screens, TV/DVD/Video/CD, flipcharts.
Venue Description
Recreational Facilities
Historic 1800s bluestone Homestead surrounded by manicured
lawns leading to the Wannon River with exceptional views of
Mt Sturgeon.
Guests of the Mt Sturgeon Homestead have full access to
facilities at the Royal Mail Hotel and complimentary transfers
are included for diners at the bistro and restaurant. Detailed
walking maps are provided for marked trails on the Mt
Sturgeon property and the bordering Grampians National
Park. Optional activities include guided tours of the Royal
Mail Hotel cellar, native gardens and colonial homestead,
winery and farm produce tours, bocce, badminton, croquet,
native wildlife feeding, team building and adventure
activities. The hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool and the
Grampians Golf Course is close by.
Location
Set on working sheep property 3kms from Dunkeld township,
just 3 hours from Melbourne.
Accommodation Facilities
Homestead – luxury accommodation facilities, includes fully
equipped kitchen, formal dining & sitting rooms, flat screen
TV, wide verandah providing uninterrupted views.
Large boardroom style table seating 12. Breakout spaces.
Accommodation Rooms
Homestead: 6 bedrooms
Mt Sturgeon Cottages: Eight bluestone cottages, located
within walking distance of the Homestead.
Awards
»» Three Chefs Hats, The Age Good Food Guide 2013
»» Three Stars, Australian Gourmet Traveller 2013
»» Regional Accommodation of the Year, Australian Hotels
Association (Vic) 2012
Alexandra House
Max Spiller
134 Brown Street
Hamilton, 3300
Alexandra House has the ability to cater in accordance with
your needs, offering an extensive range of dining options,
from finger food to sit down meals.
T 03 5571 1736
F 03 5571 2786
E [email protected]
Wwww.alexandrahouse.net.au
The dining room can be used for banquets, seating up to 160
individuals. The boardroom offers a more secluded meeting
room, accommodating approximately 40 people set up in
theatre style.
Location
»» 200 metres from the Hamilton Performing Arts Centre
»» A block from the Hamilton Central Business District
»» In close proximity to a number of accommodation venues
Facilities
»» Bars
»» Bistro
»» Large Car Park
U-Shape
Boardroom
Utilize the many rooms available at Alexandra House,
servicing groups of up to 160 individuals. It’s your ultimate
entertainment venue.
Classroom
Alexandra House is a beautiful building, ideally situated
overlooking the town’s centre, with Melville Oval in direct
view. The historic building has been widely acclaimed as an
events and conferencing venue since 1874.
Theatre
Venue Description
Board Room
35
20
20
35
Dining Room
160
Cocktail
Conference & Banquet Facilities
Dining
Contact
135
250
Bandicoot Motor Inn
Contact
Accommodation Capacity
Danny & Sandra Tregeagle
152 Ballarat Road
Hamilton, Victoria 3300
Can accommodate between 26 and 75 individuals, dependant
on sleeping arrangements and customer needs.
T 03 5572 1688
F 03 5571 5443
E [email protected]
Venue Description
Technical Facilities
»» Wireless Internet »» TV
»» Laminator
»» ADSL
»» DVD Player
»» Shredder
»» Fax
»» Video Player
»» Photo Copier
The Bandicoot Motor Inn provides comfortable 3 and ½ Star
motel accommodation with open dining area suitable for
meetings and conferences. The family run business offers a
personalised service with friendly, accommodating staff able
to cater to your specific needs.
»» Computer Access »» Stereo
»» Ideally located in close proximity to Western District
attractions
»» Restaurant
»» Laundry
»» Bar
»» BBQ Area
»» Licensed restaurant and bar
»» Quiet location within easy reach of town centre
»» Plenty of parking spaces
»» Package deals available
Location
Approximately 3 and ½ hour drive from Melbourne and only
3km from the town’s centre. Set in beautiful parklands, the
Bandicoot Motor Inn provides a relaxing environment for the
weary traveller.
An ideal location to base yourself for site seeing around
Hamilton and the natural attractions in the region, such as
Wannon Falls & the Grampians National Park. Also central
to many towns and shopping complexes, including Ballarat,
Warrnambool, Horsham, Port Fairy & Mount Gambier.
Accommodation Rooms
26 ground floor units available.
»» Phone
»» Scanner
General Facilities
»» Large Parking
Area
Conference and Banquet Facilities
The Bandicoot’s restaurant seats up to 50 people and is open
all day with the ability to facilitate customer requirements.
»» Catering for breakfast, lunch and dinner
»» Access to kitchen facilities a possibility
»» Round and square tables available
»» Bar can be opened and staffed when required
Services Provided
Here at the Bandicoot Motor Inn we strive to give customers
the best possible service at an affordable price. This includes
making their stay as comfortable as possible and providing
a specialised service, catering to the groups’ individual
requirements.
Our aim is to provide exactly what the customer wants and
needs. As a result we approach each event individually, with
one on one service. This also means ensuring the customer
receives value for their money.
T 03 5562 2211
M 0400 557 625
F 03 5562 2375
[email protected]
Wwww.countryracing.com.au
Venue Description
Do something different!
Organise your next corporate event at a real country race
meeting. A day at the races is a wonderful opportunity to
engage with existing and prospective clients or as a special
staff reward, providing a unique experience that will set you
apart from the competition.
Big or small, simple or grand, we can provide your business
with a package (and price) to suit. Catering and beverage
options are tailored to your requirements.
Leave the organising to us and get on with growing your
business!
Location
Dunkeld Racing Club
Racecourse Location: Cemetery Lane off Grampians Road,
Dunkeld. 2km north of Post Office.
Event Date: Saturday in mid-November
Royal Mail Hotel William Thomson Dunkeld Cup:
Set at the foot of the Grampians, the Dunkeld racecourse
arguably boasts the most picturesque backdrop in country
racing. Racing just once a year, the Dunkeld Cup offers
corporate clients and small businesses alike, a fantastic
opportunity to host an event at a day like no other.
People
Marquee Package
Tables
Karen Van Kempen
PO Box 48
Warrnambool, Victoria 3280
Chairs
Contact
Size (m)
Corporate Marquee
Hospitality Packages
Mini Marquee
3x3
10
1
10+
Entertainer Marquee
6x3
20
2
20+
Party Marquee
6x4
30
3
30+
4m Market
Umbrella
10
1
Lawn Shade Package
Gilly’s Conference Centre
Contact
Technical Facilities
Gilly’s Conference Centre
Gilly’s Bistro and Beer Emporium
Afton and Kate Barber
106 Gray Street, Hamilton VIC 3300
»» Overhead data projector
T 03 5571 9111
M 0418 148 140 (Afton)
0418 144 711 (Kate)
[email protected]
»» Microphone and radio lapel microphone
Venue Description
Gilly’s is located right in the centre of Hamilton with in close
proximity to accommodation, retail outlets and recreation
facilities. Gilly’s offers a high quality 70 seat restaurant,
separate conference centre and corporate catering service.
Gilly’s conference centre is an outstanding venue to host an
event with a bar and extensive conference facilities.
Gilly’s Conference Centre has adopted the requirements
of the Food Safety Program and great pride is taken
in providing the highest quality catering service to our
customers. All food and beverage services in the Conference
Centre are provided by Gilly’s.
Location
»» Fixed projector screen
»» VCR/DVD player
»» Amplifier
»» Laptop connection
»» Broadband internet
Conference & Corporate
Catering Facilities
Gilly’s chefs can cater for any function - breakfast meetings,
morning or afternoon tea, lunch, sit down meals or informal
stand up functions. We can deliver business morning and
afternoon teas and lunches to your door, including (but
not limited to) sandwiches, wraps, salads, hot and cold
fingerfood platters and sweet platters. We can cater in our
conference room or at a venue of your choice.
Services Provided
Gillys’ Bistro and Beer Emporium is located in the main street
of Hamilton. Gilly’s conference centre is situated at the rear
of the building and accessible through the bistro or via its
own separate entrance on McLuckies Lane, parallel to Gray
Street.
Gilly’s bistro provides a breakfast and lunch menu from 7am
to 3pm, morning tea and afternoon tea 6 days per week and
dinner 4 nights a week. Our conference centre can be made
available when ever it may be needed, any day or night of
the week. Our specialist catering service includes a menu
and bar package designed specifically for your event, total
catering management and specialist staffing if required.
General Facilities
A full list of terms and conditions is available when you first
contact our team.
»» Bar
Enquire about Gilly’s complete catering service for outside
events.
»» Whiteboard
Dining
Cocktail
Conference Room /
Function Centre
Boardroom
»» Remote controlled reverse cycle air conditioning
U-Shape
»» Internet computer in the bistro
Theatre
»» Tables and chairs
Size (m)
»» Flip chart
12.8 x
6.7
80
26
44
60 - 80
100
Grampians Retreat and
Field Studies Centre
Contact
Technical Facilities
Dennis and Maree Willey
Lot 3 Wrights Road
Dunkeld, Victoria 3294
»» Large conference room which can be sectioned off into
2 areas. TV, DVD, VCR, stereo, overhead projector and
whiteboard
T 03 5577 2257
F 03 5577 2657
E [email protected]
Wwww.grampiansretreat.com.au
»» Dining Hall - TV, VCR, stereo, overhead projector and
whiteboard
Venue Description
Grampians Retreat hosts a wide variety of groups, including
corporate bodies, family celebrations, school adventure
camps, relaxed holiday stays, outdoor enthusiasts, professional
development seminars, international visitors and whatever
other purpose a group chooses for our venue. This tranquil,
secluded property offers your organisation sole access to these
private surroundings.
Location
Our Retreat in the Southern Grampians is set on 32 hectares,
surrounded by Mt Abrupt, river flats and natural bushland.
Wander among the red gum giants, stringybark forests and
native grasses, alongside kangaroos, wallabies, echidnas and
other native wildlife.
Accommodation Facilities
Heated cabin accommodation is provided, each with
predominantly bunk beds. Rooms vary in size from 2 beds to
12. Four cabins have en-suite facilities. Two bed ensuite room
for people with disabilities. Wheelchair access to dining room
and multipurpose room. 13 rooms, maximum capacity 86 (plus
many camping sites available). Laundry.
»» Wood fire heating in both communal areas
Recreational Facilities
Solar heated swimming pool, flying fox, giant swing,
canoeing, low ropes course, archery, nature trails, photo trails,
abseiling and rock climbing, mountain hiking, mountain bike
riding, campfire, bush cooking, Aboriginal Art Activities,
campfire musician, camping, night reflector trails, table
tennis, organ, piano, volleyball, basketball and orienteering.
Other/General Facilities
We are able to arrange a variety of facilitators to enhance
your knowledge of the Western District, including Aboriginal
History, Landcare and River Systems Speakers, wildlife
rehabilitation and rescue specialists, rural workshops, CFA,
SES. Let us arrange your visits and transport to off site venues.
Conference & Banquet Facilities
120 seating capacity in the multipurpose room ideal for
weddings, conferences and event dinners, 86 in the dining
hall. Both areas can be used to enjoy meals or host a special
event. Paved BBQ area adjoining dining room, seating for 50.
Enjoy our country style meals or choose your gourmet chef, by
contracting the caterer of your choice. Room available for a
marquee if you wish.
Services Provided
We provide full catering or the self catering option.
Hamilton Art Gallery
Contact
Location
Amy Knight (Promotions)
107 Brown Street
Hamilton, Victoria 3300
Hamilton Art Gallery is conveniently located in the Central
Business District between the Performing Arts Centre and
the Library, close to cafes, restaurants, hotels and Hamilton’s
vibrant shopping centre. The Gallery is also within easy
walking distance of Hamilton’s beautiful Botanic Gardens,
designed in 1881 by William Guilfoyle.
T 03 5573 0460
F 03 5571 1017
E [email protected]
Wwww.hamiltongallery.org
Hours
Monday to Friday - 10am to 5pm
Saturday - 10am to 12pm & 2pm to 5pm
Sunday - 2pm to 5pm
Closed - Christmas Day, Boxing Day,
New Years Day & Good Friday
Venue Description
Hamilton Art Gallery is famous for its outstanding collections
of fine and decorative arts including the fabulous Shaw
Bequest. Silver, glass and porcelain, oriental ceramics,
furniture, paintings and prints, including Australian art, are
featured in six modern galleries.
The Gallery’s rare collection of 18th century paintings by
Paul Sandby, known as ‘The Father of English Watercolour’,
is unrivalled in Australia and beautifully displayed in a recreation of an English drawing room.
The collection of Chinese and Japanese ceramics is without
parallel among Australia’s regional galleries and features
works from Neolithic times till the present.
The Gallery now holds over 8000 objects and the permanent
collection is complemented with a program that features
some of the finest temporary exhibitions touring Australia.
Facilities
»» Lift to first floor (enquire at reception)
»» Wheelchair Access throughout (wheelchair available)
»» Toilets
»» Parking: Opposite Gallery (access from Brown Street or
Lonsdale Street) or at rear of Gallery (access from Lonsdale
Street)
Gallery Tours and Group Bookings
A visit to Hamilton Art Gallery is an enriching and rewarding
experience. The Gallery offers a range of guided tours and
receptions for small and large groups, conference delegates
and/or their partners. Please contact the Gallery prior to your
visit or conference and we will be happy to suggest a range
of options to suit your group and negotiate costs that may
apply.
Hamilton Golf Club and Function Centre
Contact
Recreational Facilities
Julie Rhook (Bar & Functions)
170 Rippon Road
Hamilton, Victoria 3300
Our Golf Course is available for general play 7 days a week
Location
Located on the eastern side of town, but still within the
town’s boundary, the Hamilton Golf Club offers a quiet
location with off street parking.
Bar trading hours from 4 pm each day (not open Sunday).
General Facilities
The Hamilton Golf Club also has available a BBQ set in a semi
enclosed Rotunda adjacent to the practice putting green. This
area is very popular in summer, as you can sit on the grass
enjoying a BBQ Steak and a cold drink while watching the
golfers play the last hole.
Conference & Banquet Facilities
With kitchen facilities on site, the Hamilton Golf Club is able
to accommodate for a range of catering options, arranging
anything from finger food to a 3-course sit down dinner.
Walking distant to many Hotels/Motels and the Central
Business District.
Technical Facilities
»» Large Screen TV
»» DVD and Video Player
»» 5 Disc CD Player
»» 2 x Microphones
»» Whiteboard
»» Small Projection Screen (1.2m x 1.5m)
Function Centre
Cocktail
One of the Clubs’ many attractions is their generously sized
function room with a glassed wall overlooking the golf
course. The Function Centre, with bar and kitchen facilities
provides the perfect environment for conferences and special
events with great views in a peaceful setting. The Hamilton
Golf Club’s Function Centre is available for bookings 7 days a
week with a maximum capacity of 140 seated individuals.
The Hamilton Golf Club also has “Gilly’s Golf Shop” - which is
a fully stocked golf shop with everything you need to make
your game more enjoyable.
Dining
The Hamilton Golf Club is one of the Western Districts
leading golf courses with spectacular 18 hole grass greens.
New members and visitors are made very welcome.
»» Green fees start at $15 for 9 holes / $30 for 18 holes
Theatre
Venue Description
»» Men’s competition, Thursday and Saturday
Size (m)
T 03 5571 2644
F 03 5571 2647
[email protected]
Wwww.hamiltongolfclub.com.au
»» Ladies competition, Wednesday and Saturday
14 x 14
165
130
250
Harness Racing Community Centre
Contact
Attractions
Francis Pekin and George Crane
21 Caldows Road (PO Box 457)
Hamilton, Victoria 3300
If you’re looking for a large venue with ample room to move,
the Hamilton Harness Racing Club are the perfect hosts, with
a setting suited to all types of events and conferences.
T 0487 722 184
E [email protected]
»» Undercover area with concrete floor - suitable for outside
functions or undercover parking
Venue Description
»» Indoor function room with kitchen and snack bar
»» Meeting room
The Hamilton Harness Racing Complex is located on the
outskirts of town, with plenty of parking space and room to
move.
»» Trotting track
The racing centre offers a large covered in area adjacent to
a substantial function room, catering for up to 200 people.
The indoor area contains a dining room, snack bar and
large adjoining kitchen facilities. The room is suitable for all
types of functions and is available all year round, subject to
availability. There is also a separate meeting room if required.
Bookings essential.
»» Reasonable rates
Location
»» Grampians views
With an undercover outdoor area, a large indoor function
room and the space of the surrounding grounds, the racing
complex is the ideal location to host any function.
Services Provided
»» Home to the Hamilton Adult Riding Club
The racing complex is located on the edge of town, with
wide-open spaces and panoramic views of the Grampians.
»» Home to the Hamilton Pony Club
Technical Facilities
»» Suitable for all types of special functions
»» Rectangular Tables
»» Chairs
»» TV
»» Host of numerous events around the Shire
Hamilton Indoor Leisure
& Aquatic Centre
Contact
Accommodation Facilities
Manager
83-93 Shakespeare Street
Hamilton, Victoria 3300
The Hamilton Indoor Leisure & Aquatic Centre is situated in
close proximity to quality accommodation, including hotel/
motel, caravan and camping facilities.
T 03 5551 4300
F 03 5571 9745
E [email protected]
Wwww.hilac.com.au
»» Public address system
Hours - Aquatic
»» Other audiovisual equipment available upon request
Monday to Thursday - 6am to 7:30pm
Friday 6am to 6:30pm
Saturday - 8am to 5pm
Sunday - 9am to 5pm
Public Holidays 10am to 4:00pm
Recreational Facilities
»» Heated 8 lane 25m pool
Hours - Gym
»» Gymnasium
Monday to Thursday - 6am to 9pm
Friday - 6am to 8pm
Saturday - 8am to 4pm
Sunday & Public Holidays - 10am to 4pm
»» 4 multi-purpose basketball courts
After hours available upon request.
Other Facilities
Hours - CAFE
Open 7 days
Venue Description
One of the most exciting initiatives in recent years in the
Southern Grampians Shire has been the completion of the
Hamilton Indoor Leisure & Aquatic Centre in March 2006.
The new state-of-the-art Hamilton Indoor Leisure & Aquatic
Centre provides access to a wide variety of sporting and
leisure pursuits, catering for people of all ages. The Hamilton
Indoor Leisure & Aquatic Centre is the “ultimate leisure
experience”.
Location
Only a short distance from Hamilton’s CBD, the Hamilton
Indoor Leisure & Aquatic Centre is located at 83-93
Shakespeare Street, across from the showgrounds.
Technical Facilities
»» Heated leisure pool with beach entry
»» Multi-purpose table tennis arena
»» 4 squash courts
»» Family Accessible Change Room (hoist available)
»» Pool wheel chair
»» Childcare Facilities
»» Car Parking
»» Change Rooms
»» Watch around the Water accredited
Conference Facilities
The Hamilton Indoor Leisure & Aquatic Centre can
accommodate conferences, events and meetings of all sizes,
with a vast range of multi-purpose areas on offer.
Hamilton Performing Arts Centre
Main Auditorium
Glenelg Hopkins CMA 2005 Environment Achievement Awards - Photo: Glenelg Hopkins CMA
Contact
Function Room
Ken Cameron
113 Brown Street,
Hamilton, Victoria 3300
»» High quality A/V system with 3m wide screen and surround
sound
»» Adjustable height staging units
T 03 5573 0429
F 03 5572 2910
[email protected]
Wwww.hamiltonpac.com.au
Ted Kenna V.C. Room
Venue Description
»» Tea/coffee facilities
For major conferences, functions and expos, Hamilton
Performing Arts Centre is the premier choice within the
Southern Grampians area.
»» Powered Lectern with in-built speaker
»» Data projector with large projection screen
»» Internet and phone points
General Facilities
The Centre boasts up to date stage and sound equipment
with qualified technical staff on hand to ensure your event
runs professionally and without fuss. The auditorium
accommodates 500 with comfortable, tiered seating so
everyone has a clear view of the stage.
»» Good disabled access to all areas, Audio Loop in
auditorium
Adjacent to the auditorium is a large Function Room suitable
for sponsors’ displays, trade booths and meal breaks. The two
spaces together create an ideal venue for large scale events.
Conference & Banquet Facilities
A smaller meeting room (Ted Kenna V.C. Room) is available
for boardroom style meetings and seminars.
»» Computerised ticketing system for major events
»» Option to provide your own conference decor
Commercially equipped kitchen to provide for up to 220
guests at round tables or 180 guests with space for band and
dance floor.
»» Lectern linked to sound system
»» Data projector with Cinema size projector screen
»» Facility to record sessions
Cocktail
»» Lapel and radio mics
Function Room
Dining
»» Concert quality sound system
Auditorium
Boardroom
Auditorium
Classroom
Technical Facilities
Theatre
The PAC is prominently located in the centre of town, yet
with ample car parking available.
Size (m)
Location
Fixed
Tiered
Seating
(stage 9
x 8)
500
-
-
-
-
21.5 x
14.5
300
-
-
220
400
100
50
30
-
100
Ted Kenna V.C. Room 6.5 x 15.5
Hamilton Racing Club
Contact
General Facilities
John Donnelly
Henty Highway
Hamilton, Victoria 3300
»» 20 Rectangular tables available
T 03 5572 1268
F 03 5572 2954
[email protected]
Wwww.countryracing.com.au
Venue Description
The Puramaka Room at the Hamilton Race Course is the
perfect venue for any occasion. A corporate meeting,
a wedding, even a birthday celebration can become a
memorable event by taking advantage of this unique venue,
overlooking the Hamilton Race Course.
Location
Located on the outskirts of Hamilton on Henty Highway, the
Hamilton Racing Club’s Puramaka Room is a suitably spacious
venue to host any major function. Only a short trip away
from the main streets of Hamilton and local accommodation
facilities.
Attractions
»» Large open space with fabulous views of the racecourse
»» Seats 120 at tables or 160 in conference seating
»» Substantial roofed balcony overlooking the winning post
»» Disabled access
»» Toilets located in upstairs function room
»» Chairs to seat up to 200
»» Whiteboards
Technical Facilities
»» Data projection featuring large LCD screen
»» Permanent plasma TV screen
»» DVD and CD players available
»» PA system and microphone
»» Fax machine accessible
Conference & Banquet Facilities
The Hamilton Racing Club has the flexibility to accommodate
to your specific requirements, with full catering and bar
available. Host your next conference/event in the Puramaka
Room and take advantage of the fully licensed facilities and
the friendly staff on hand.
Hamilton Showgrounds
Contact
facilities and function area attached (available by arrangement).
Ram Sale Pavilion
Extensive clear-span pavilion with gravel floor, power and lighting.
Peta Anderson
Hamilton Pastoral & Agricultural Society
Horner Street, Hamilton Victoria 3300
Red Shield Meeting Room
Carpeted area with excellent lighting, 200 seat capacity and toilet
facilities.
T 03 5572 2563
F 03 5572 2989
[email protected]
Wwww.hamiltonshowgrounds.com.au
General Grounds
Considerable amounts of hard-surfaced open space areas with
extensive drainage. The area is well serviced by over 40 multipowered heads with RCD devices. The three separate toilet blocks at
the showgrounds are easily accessible to patrons.
Venue Description
Hamilton Showgrounds is a 12 hectare multi-purpose venue with
large secure indoor areas, open spaces, ovals and exhibition facilities.
Designed to facilitate large field days and associated crowds, the
Hamilton Showgrounds has excellent toilet and power facilities,
as well as extensive parking areas. Equipment such as trestles and
seating is available for hire.
The Hamilton Showgrounds can cater for small, medium or
large crowds, and is an ideal venue for product launches, trade
shows, livestock sales, displays, information days, conferences and
conventions.
There are four access points to the showgrounds, including the main
entrance and three other gates on the grounds’ perimeter. The
main entrance is located on Horner St, with ticket box and security
personnel room.
Conference / Technical Facilities
Fashion Pavilion
»» Stage
»» Carpeted catwalk with rear change room
Location
»» Retractable projector screen (2.4m x 2.4m)
The Hamilton Showgrounds is situated in an ideal location.
Positioned directly opposite the Hamilton Indoor Leisure & Aquatic
Centre as well as the Hamilton Caravan Pack and only 1km north of
Hamilton’s shopping centre, restaurants, and motel facilities.
»» Access to kitchen area by arrangement
General Facilities
»» Retractable projector screen (2.4m x 2.4m)
Sheep Pavilion
Large undercover exhibition area with asphalt floor, excellent
lighting and extensive power facilities.
»» Internal toilets
»» 3 phase power
Size (m)
»» Lighting bars
Red Shield Pavilion
»» Portable speakers platform
Fashion Pavilion
Broad clear-span pavilion with 500 seat capacity, concrete floor and
staging suitable for fashion parades or large presentations. Included
in this area is a small carpeted room and toilets. Separate catering
Room
»» Heating and cooling systems
Floor Surface
Equipment for Hire
»» 600 plastic chairs
»» 40 trestles (1.8m & 2.4m lengths)
»» Power leads and power sub-boards
»» Extensive sheep penning panels and ramps
Vehicle
Unloading
Power
Seating
Projector Screen
(m)
Lockable Site
Sheep Pavilion
155 x 26
Asphalt
Large truck
3 phase
Unlimited
-
Yes
Fashion Pavilion
27 x 15
Concrete
Small truck
3 phase
500
2.4 x 2.4
Yes
Red Shield Pavilion
17 x 10
Carpet
Pedestrian
Yes
200
2.4 x 2.4
Yes
Gravel
Truck - with
ramps
Yes
-
2.4 x 1.8
Yes
Ram Pavilion
48 x 24
Comfort Inn Grange Burn
Technical Facilities
Contact
»» The Centre has its own car park, along with sites for the
disabled
Ashley Quinsey
Function Coordinator
142 Ballarat Road
Hamilton, 3300
»» Data projector & DVD
»» Overhead projector
T 03 5572 5755
F 03 5571 2295
[email protected]
Wwww.thegrangeburn.com.au
»» Microphone & PA system
»» Internet access
Recreational Facilities
Venue Description
»» Swimming pool on site
Comfort Inn Grange Burn is Hamilton’s premier
accommodation, conference and recreation centre. Our
busy function centre is sought after for various events and
employs a full time co-ordinator to ensure your needs are
met. Enjoy a multi award winning property.
»» Spa on site
»» Within walking distance of Hamilton Golf Club and Lake
Hamilton
General/Other Facilities
Location
Only 2km from the CBD, on the Glenelg Highway with ample
on site parking free of charge.
»» The Grange Restaurant & Bar
»» Business Centre with access to broadband
»» Break out areas available
Accommodation Facilities
»» Guest Laundry
Spacious AAA rated 3.5 star rooms overlook a courtyard
garden with in-ground pool and heated spa.
Conference & Banquet Facilities
Accommodation Rooms
»» Qualified staff experienced in catering for various groups
& budgets
31 rooms including two fully self contained apartments.
»» Off-site catering available
Dining
Cocktail
Business Centre 2.5 x 3
Boardroom
7x7
U-Shape
Grange Restaurant
Classroom
Corriedale Room 9 x 20
Theatre
Size (m)
»» Award winning service
150
30
30
30
120
150
40
20
20
20
60
60
-
-
-
4
-
-
RMIT University, Hamilton
Conference Room
Board Room
T 03 5572 0500
F 03 5572 0555
[email protected]
Wwww.rmit.edu.au/hamilton
Venue Description
RMIT University, Hamilton is a learning site, located in a rural
lansdcape in close proximity to Hamilton’s Central Business
District and local accommodation venues.
RMIT University Hamilton’s researchers offer consultancy and
facilitation services.
The venue offers good teaching facilities; numerous
classrooms, training rooms, an art studio and a conference
room.
Technical Facilities
»» Videoconferencing, TV, VCR, and DVD Playing provisions
»» Data projectors and screens available
Recreational Facilities
RMIT is peacefully located on 9 hectares of bushland and has
BBQ facilities on site.
Art Studio
Cocktail
Leanne Cottrill or Jennifer Thistlethwaite
200 Ballarat Road
Hamilton, VIC 3300
Meeting
Capacity
Classroom
Contact
Theatre
Regional & Rural Futures Research Group
80
-
40
100
-
-
10
-
90
50
-
150
General Facilities
As a rural learning site, RMIT offers a number of rooms and
facilities, including a boardroom, a conference room and an
art studio.
The art studio is a large open area with fantastic lighting,
sinks, benches and an adjoining equipment storage room.
The large open area is able to facilitate a number of different
usages.
The classrooms are superbly set out with whiteboards and
technical facilities on hand. Most spaces are flexible and offer
multi-use.
Attractions
RMIT is located in a quiet area not far from the Hamilton CBD
and accommodation outlets. The Bandicoot Motor Inn and
the Comfort Inn Grange Burn are located nearby. We offer
a rural setting, outdoors BBQ area, off-street parking and a
number of conference, meeting and educational facilities to
suit your needs.
South West Institute of TAFE
Hamilton Campus
Contact
Location
Reception
39 Hammond Street, Hamilton VIC 3300
We are easily accessible from the town centre and
accommodation outlets. For maps and directions go to: www.
swtafe.vic.edu.au/Campuses/Hamilton/location_maps.aspx
T 03 5551 4144
F 03 5551 4189
[email protected]
Technical Facilities
»» Videoconferencing
Venue Description
»» Wireless internet connection
The Hamilton Campus of South West TAFE offers nationally
accredited training in a wide range of study areas. Our
programs allow students to practice their skills using industrystandard equipment and classrooms that simulate real life
workplaces. Because of this, we have extensive facilities and
services to suit a range of conferences and events.
»» Computer laboratories with the latest hardware and
software, including internet access
»» Online training capacity
Recreational Facilities
General Facilities
»» Lounge area with kitchenette
Let South West TAFE host your next conference or event. The
Hamilton Campus offers a relaxed environment and excellent
facilities, including:
Services Provided
»» Air-conditioning and heating
»» Multi-purpose classrooms
»» Table & Chair set up to required format
»» Building, plumbing, automotive, engineering and metal
workshops
»» Wool classing training arena
»» Fully equipped nursing and aged care laboratory
»» Student library (print and online resources)
»» Lounge area with kitchenette
»» Off-street parking
Computers
Classroom
U-Shape
Classrooms (3)
-
30 people
18-20 people
Videoconferencing room (1)
-
25 people
15-18 people
24 computers
-
-
Computer Laboritories (2)
Southern Grampians Wilderness Resort
Contact
Technical Facilities
Naomi or John
Cherrypool Road, Rocklands
via Balmoral Victoria 3407
»» Two-way satellite internet/email
T 03 5388 2277
[email protected]
Wwww.grampiansresort.com.au
Recreational Facilities
Venue Description
Situated in 230 acres of forest, adjoining Rocklands Reservoir
and State Forest, this is a very secluded location. Emphasis is
on ecotourism and quality accommodation. Restaurant, bar
and function/games room available.
Location
65km from Horsham, 75km from Hamilton, the nearest town
is Balmoral.
Facilities
»» 42” Plasma monitor
»» Games/function room with big screen TV , DVD, CD,
surround sound
»» Table tennis tables
»» Large BBQ Shack with big BBQ and pot belly stove
General Attractions
»» Rocklands Reservoir, Boating and Fishing
»» Bushwalking
»» Birdwatching
»» Excellent off-site 4WD tracks close by
Conference & Banquet Facilities
»» 2 loft style 4 star cottages sleeping up to 9 persons
- all linen & crockery provided
»» Quality restaurant (up to 70 persons) with bar
»» 3 cottages sleeping 6 plus divan bed if needed
»» Qualified Chef
»» Timber decks and outdoor settings
Services Provided
»» Accommodation rooms
»» Five cottages
Accommodation Capacity
»» 42 Persons
»» Family accommodation and conferences and weddings can
be catered for
The Kantor Family Music and
Performing Arts Centre
Contact
Technical Facilities
Matt Toffolon
Venue Operations Manager - MPAC
1 Chaucer Street, Hamilton Victoria 3300
»» Extensive audio setup for conferences and performances
T 03 5572 1355
F 03 5572 4998
M 0401 382 206
»» Data projectors, large drop down screens and presentation
outlets in all major spaces
»» Professional lighting and sound equipment including full
mixing and recording ability from a dedicated control
booth at the rear of the auditorium.
E [email protected]
www.hamiltoncollege.vic.edu.au
Venue Description
The Hamilton and Alexandra College is a co-educational
day and boarding school dating back to 1871. Set in
beautiful grounds the school’s new, state of the art Music
and Performing Arts Centre (MPAC) is an outstanding venue
which includes a 468 seat traditional theatre auditorium,
and a hall space for conferences with seating for 320 guests
or catered functions for 200 guests using the attached
commercial kitchen facilities. The venue also offers multiple
smaller rooms for varied uses.
Location
The Hamilton and Alexandra College MPAC is located one
block away from the city centre and is within easy walking
distance of hotels and the town’s amenities. There is ample
on and off street parking available for guests.
Size (m)
»» Complete front of house and stage management facilities
for entire venue
Other Facilities
Simons Auditorium
The Simons Auditorium has a fixed seating capacity for 468
people with an additional 50 loose seats being able to be
provided in the orchestra pit area on request. A large stage
area provides ample space for musical performances or
large scale drama productions (no fly tower available). Male
and Female dressing rooms and separate standby/warm-up
rooms are easily accessible from side and rear of stage. The
auditorium stage is also directly accessible from the loading
dock on the side of the building.
Tim Murray Room
Seating can be provided for up to 320 guests with full
conferencing facilities including lectern, PA and data
projection. Tables and chairs can be provided for a catered
function for up to 200 individuals with crockery, cutlery,
glassware all being available for up to 200 people. Any
catering requirements can be provided through our preferred
catering company, Alliance Catering, using the commercial
kitchen facilities attached to the room.
Seating Capacity
Dining
468 fixed
Simons Auditorium
Stage 12x10 (inc. Thrust)
(addition 50 loose seats in orchestra
pit area on request)
N/A
Tim Murray Room
Floor: 14 x 14
Stage: 2.5 x 9
320
200
Bob Henderson Orchestra Room
11 x 9
50
N/A
Western District Health Service
Conference and Education Centre
Contact
Facilities
Learning and Education Manager
Education Centre
Kitchener Street, Hamilton VIC 3300
»» The Centre has its own car park, along with sites for the
disabled
T 03 5551 8343
F 03 5551 8229
[email protected]
Wwww.wdhs.net
»» The disabled are well catered for with wheelchair access
and toilet facilities
Location
The WDHS Conference and Education Centre is located only
minutes from the centre of Hamilton.
Conference & Banquet Facilities
A wide choice of excellent catering at an additional cost can
also be arranged.
Auditorium
13 x 10
106
Seminar Room 1
7.7 x 4.5
20
Seminar Room 2
7.7 x 4.5
20
Meeting Room
2.4 x 3.9
6
Boardroom
4.7 x 7.3
Cocktail
Our corporate boardroom is a purpose built room with a set
boardroom table to accommodate 14 people. The boardroom
has video conference facilities and a digital whiteboard,
perfect for board meetings and discussion groups. Our
computer training room is equipped with five PC’s and is
fully networked with data projector, whiteboard, printer and
internet access.
We also have data projectors, teleconferencing and video
conferencing equipment that can be used throughout the
Centre.
Boardroom
Our state of the art Centre offers a suite of venues catering
for a range of purposes including lectures, presentations,
meetings and conferences. There is a fully-appointed, 106
seat auditorium, two seminar rooms that can be used as
separate spaces or opened up to create one large space, a
small meeting room and a foyer ideal for registration, tea
breaks and meals.
U-Shape
The WDHS Conference and Education Centre offers the
perfect environment for any meeting, conference, function
or social event.
Our auditorium has touch-screen technology which allows
for the use of PC’s, video conferencing, slide projectors,
TV, VCR, CDs, cassettes and radio. Presentations in the
auditorium can be simultaneously viewed in both seminar
rooms and recorded. The sound and lighting are all operated
by the same touch screen and, along with the acoustics, are
excellent.
Classroom
Venue Description
Technical Facilities
Theatre
Monday to Friday - 8.00am to 5.00pm
After hours and weekends available upon request.
»» The first four rows of the auditorium has a ‘hearing loop’
for the hearing impaired
Size (m)
Hours
»» Automatic doors open directly off the car park
20
Foyer
Computer Room
14
5x8
50
6