Venue Hire: Waverley Council

Halls, Function Facilities and Meeting Places in the Waverley area

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Waverley Council owned and operated properties

Waverley Council provides a range of venues throughout the area that are available for hire by the community, cultural organisations, businesses and private individuals. The facilities are ideal for accommodating a range of different functions including seminars, corporate presentations, product launches, training sessions, workshops, auctions, exhibitions, leisure activities, weddings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and children's birthday parties.

Bondi Pavilion Venue Hire

Bondi Pavilion Community Cultural Centre
Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach 2026
Contact & telephone number- 8362 3400
Facilities available - Theatre, Amphitheatre, Exhibition Gallery, Seagull Room, Hightide Room, Art Workshop, Music Studios. Smoking not permitted.
Cost and availability- Full details on application.
Council Pricing Policy
Kitchen facilities- No kitchen facilities Seagull Room. Kitchen available for High Tide Room.
Suitable for- A variety of activities

Bondi Waverley School of Arts
138 Bondi Road, Bondi 2026
Available Monday - Saturday 9:00am- 9:30pm
Contact & telephone number for bookings & viewing - call Waverley RC&SC Administration on 9386 7778 (before 12 noon) or 9386 7986 (from 1.00pm-5.00pm).
Facilities available - Hall and two meeting rooms
Cost and availability - On application. Costs vary
Council Pricing Policy
Disabled facilities- No
Suitable for - A variety of activities e.g. rehearsals, classes, small group meetings

Bronte Child Care Centre
42 St Thomas Street, Bronte 2024
Contact & telephone number- The Director 9665 7998
Facilities available- 2 large airy rooms and a well-shaded yard. Facilities include child-sized toilets, sandpit and large fixed play equipment. Smoking not permitted
Cost and availability- Full details on application.
Council Pricing Policy
Disabled facilities- Yes
Kitchen facilities- Fridge, stove/oven with adequate bench space.
Suitable for- Children's parties, adult education courses, Yoga classes, craft shows etc.

Gardiner Child Care Centre
6 Gardiner Street, Bondi Junction 2022
Contact & telephone number- The Director 9387 1252
Facilities available- 3 large airy rooms and shaded outdoor area with play structures and sand pit.
Cost and availability- Full details on application.
Council Pricing Policy
Disabled facilities- Yes
Kitchen facilities- Fridge, kettle, microwave and double sink with plenty of bench space
Suitable for- Children's parties, adult education courses, Yoga classes, craft shows etc.

Kimberley Reserve Community Centre
Military Road, Dover Heights 2030
PO Box 9 Bondi Junction 1355
Contact & telephone number- Property Services 9369 8000
Facilities available - Community Centre seats 20, chairs available. Set in quiet park. Bus at gate, street parking. Smoking and alcohol not permitted. Room approximately 7.5m x6m. Bar fridge. No cooking/heating facilities.
Cost and availability - See application form.
Available Weekends only.
Council Pricing Policy
Disabled facilities- Level access toilets
Kitchen facilities- Small domestic kitchen
Suitable for- Meetings, Children's birthday parties
Conditions and Application Form

Mill Hill Centre
31-33 Spring St, Bondi Junction 2022
Contact & telephone number- 9386 7999.
Facilities available- Hall seats 140 people; tables, 150 chairs provided. Meeting Rooms 1 and 2 seat approx. 20 and 40 respectively; chairs, tables, whiteboards available. Rooms A and B seat approx 15 each and can be combined; chairs, tables, whiteboards available. No smoking.
Cost and availability – Hall, rooms A and B: weekdays 9am-5pm: no fee, reserved for seniors. Rooms 1 and 2: weekdays 9am-5pm: no fee, reserved for non-profit organisations. All rooms: 5pm-midnight and weekends: varying hourly rates.
Council Pricing Policy
Disabled facilities - Yes.
Kitchen facilities- Yes; bring your own tea etc.
Suitable for- Workshop, meetings, forums, training or community cultural social activities only.
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Conditions and Application Form

Ron Lander Centre (Waverley Library)
32-48 Denison Street, Bondi Junction 2022
Contact & telephone number- 9386 7777
Facilities available- Exhibition Centre, Children's Activity Room, Meeting Rooms, Theatrette seats 80. Smoking not permitted
Cost and availability- Full details on application.
Council Pricing Policy
Disabled facilities- Yes
Suitable for- Meetings, Workshops, Training sessions, Exhibitions

Wairoa Ave Community Centre
Cnr Wairoa Ave & Brighton Bvd, North Bondi 2026
PO Box 9 Bondi Junction 1355
General Inquiries 9369 8000
Functions available - Large airy room approximately 5m x 8m, microwave, fridge, some chair and tables, vinyl floor. Covered veranda. Some outdoor furniture supplied. Large outdoor play area including sandpit. Close to bus routes, street parking. Smoking and alcohol not permitted.
Cost and availability - See application form.
Available weekends only.
Council Pricing Policy
Disabled facilities - Level access
Kitchen facilities - Small domestic kitchen
Suitable for - Children's birthday parties
Conditions and Application Form

Waverley Child Care Centre
Ebley Street, Bondi Junction 2022
Contact & telephone number- 9386 9200
Facilities available- In Clementson Park. 4 large airy rooms, each with child size toilet area attached and carpet and vinyl floors. Very large outdoor area includes large sandpit and 3 separate fixed play structures. Smoking not permitted
Cost and availability- Full details on application.
Council Pricing Policy
Disabled facilities- Yes
Suitable for- Children's parties, small adult education courses, Yoga classes, craft shows etc.

Waverley Council Chambers Community Function Rooms
Bondi Road, Bondi Junction 2022
PO Box 9 Bondi Junction 1355
Contact & telephone number- Property Services 9369 8003
Facilities available- Beach Room 5.6m x 9.7m seats up to 80, Middle Room 7.8m x 7.5m seats up to 80, Rooms combined cocktail setting up to 200. 20 tables and 120 chairs. Dance floor. Security guard, PA and AV equipment available. Extensive views. Up to 20 car spaces at rear. Smoking permitted on balcony
Cost and availability- Community groups at cost.
Private and commercial hire of whole floor available at competitive rates.
Council Pricing Policy
Disabled facilities- Lift toilets and shower
Kitchen facilities- full commercial kitchen and bar. Full catering available.
Suitable for- Meetings, Workshops, Training sessions, Weddings, Cocktail parties

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Waverley Council owned properties operated by licensees

Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club
Operated by Bondi Surf Bathers Life Saving Club, Inc.
Queen Elizabeth Drive, Bondi Beach
PO Box 7007, Bondi Beach NSW 2026
Tel: 9300 9279- www.bondisurfclub.com
Contact- Bob Tate, Senior Vice President 0418 477 010
Facilities available- Scenic Lounge, Lower hall
Cost and availability- On application, costs vary
Kitchen facilities- Catering at extra cost
Suitable for- Product launches, conferences, seminars, receptions, etc.

Thomas Hogan Reserve Guide Hall
Operated by Guides Australia
Francis Street, Bondi 2026
Contact & telephone number- Jane Shaw, email: tyke@bigpond.net.au
Facilities available- Older style hall with minimum seating and wooden floor. Set in quite parkland. Limited on-street parking.
Cost and availability- On application. Costs vary
Disabled facilities- 3 steps to door
Kitchen facilities- Domestic kitchen
Suitable for- Children's Birthday Parties, dance rehearsals. (The Hall is not available for adult parties.)
Please Note: Due to the requirement for Public Liability Insurance all bookings must be made at least a month in advance.

Independently owned and operated properties (Including properties owned by other Councils)

AJC Convention & Exhibition Centre
Alison Road, Randwick 2031
Contact & telephone number- 9663 8500 Fax 9662 4071
Facilities available- 12 flexible function rooms most with natural light and views over racecourse. Seats up to 1000 for dinner, 1500 for theatre style. Ample free parking
Cost and availability- On application. Costs vary
Disabled facilities- Lift escalators toilets and showers
Kitchen facilities- All in-house catering team
Suitable for- Dinners, conferences, exhibitions, car launches Birthdays, Weddings
Internet – www.ajcconventioncentre.com.au

All Saints Church Hall
85 Ocean Street, Woollahra, N.S.W. 2025
Contact & telephone number- Amanda Wharton 9327-1468
Facilities available- The Hall has wooden floors, chairs, and toilets. There is a Overhead projector, Whiteboard, Video, Television and a piano. There is limited parking.
Cost and availability- $20 per hour min. charge
Kitchen facilities- Kitchen available
Suitable for- Not available for Children's parties.

Bondi - Waverley Squash Club
8 Denison Street Bondi Junction 2022
Contact & telephone number- Matthew Woodward 9387 1452
Facilities available- The Club has 4 Squash courts available for hire, it also has a pool table and a bar. It is a registered club. There is a function room for hire.

Bondi Beach Public School
Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach 2026
Contact & telephone number- 9130 2116
Facilities available- several rooms, outdoor courtyard, 20 car spaces, basketball courts
Cost and availability- on application, costs vary.
Disabled facilities- Ramps
Kitchen facilities- Yes
Suitable for- Adult education, martial arts / yoga, art shows etc.

Bondi Public School
Wellington St, Bondi 2026
Contact & telephone number- 9130 6998
Facilities available- Hall, equipped with chairs
Cost and availability- on application. Costs vary
Disabled facilities- Yes
Suitable for- Community groups providing educational, cultural and leisure activities. Also private businesses

Bronte RSL
113 MacPherson St, Bronte 2024
Contact & telephone number- Margaret Harper 9389 7544
Facilities available- Pacific Room, seats 120, dance floor Ocean views
Cost and availability- Full details on application.
Kitchen facilities- Catering on Application
Suitable for- Engagements, Weddings 21st 's etc

Bronte School & Community Hall
Hewlett St, Bronte 2024
Contact & telephone number- Principal 9389 4527
Facilities available- Hall equipped with 3 tables and 200 chairs
Cost and availability- on application. Costs vary
Disabled facilities- Yes
Suitable for- Community groups providing educational, cultural and leisure activities. Also private businesses

Cooper Park Road Community Hall
Cooper Park Road, Bellevue Hill, 2300
Contact & telephone number- For all bookings phone 9391 7170
Availability- 9am to 12.30pm or 1pm to 4.30pm, Sundays only: 9am - 9pm
Suitable for- Available for Children's parties
The Hall is only available for limited hire for private functions on Sundays.
Kitchen facilities- The hall has a kitchen and toilets

E.J. Ward Centre
189 Underwood Street, Paddington 2021
Contact & telephone number- Joe Fay 9363 3801
Facilities available- Classroom 1, 12m x 4m for 40 people. The room has a video, TV and whiteboard.
Classroom 2, 3.7m x 8m, and has a whiteboard. Common room 4.5m x 7.5m and has sofas and chairs. Dining room 5.4m X 7m with 7 tables
Cost and availability- Commercial Use: $20 for the first hour and 12 per hour thereafter, community use: $15 for the first hour and $10 per hour thereafter
Suitable for- Not available for Children's parties
Internet - www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/ejward.htm

Easts Function Centre
93-97 Spring St, Bondi Junction 2022
Contact & telephone number - Sales Executive 9386 3209
Facilities available - The l Harbour Terrace featuring a timber-decked balcony with glimpses of the Sydney skyline, seats up to 150. The grander Bondi Room, which is perfect for larger banquet celebration, it seats up to 320. Room can also be sub divided into four upon request.
Cost & availability - Room hire starts from $400. Packages available from $18 /person. Suitable for - Corporate events, working luncheons, cocktail parties,birthdays, weddings, and so much more.
Catering - Fully inclusive menus available and complimented by a selection of local and imported wines from Easts extensive cellar.
Further information available at www.eastsleaguesclub.com.au

Elizabeth Bay House
7 Onslow Avenue, Elizabeth Bay 2011
Contact & telephone number- Matt Adamson (02) 8239 2288 venues@hht.net.au
Facilities available- The Hall and Saloon can be hired for events of 40 (banquet) or 100 (cocktail), the Dining Room seats a maximum of 24.
Cost and availability - $1,900 for Hall and Saloon, $1,900 for Dining Room. Elizabeth Bay House is available for Venue Hire outside of Museum opening hours only.
Suitable for- Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions, Cocktail and Dinner Parties, Product Launches and Corporate Cocktail events. Available, upon application, as a location for filming and photography.
Internet – http://venues.hht.net.au
Further details

Gap Bluff Centre – Function Centre
Sydney Harbour National Park; Cliff Street, Watsons Bay N.S.W. 2000
Contact & telephone number- Lana Latimer 9337-2333
Facilities available- The Armoury holds 140 people for dinner and 250 for a cocktail reception. The Officers Mess holds 140 for a cocktail reception.
Presentation equipment is available.
Cost and availability- Price on application
Kitchen facilities- There is a preferred caterer with set menus and prices.
Suitable for- Not available for Children's parties

Holdsworth Community Centre
64 Holdsworth Street, Woollahra 2025
Contact & telephone number- ph 02 9302 3600, fax 02 9327 5298, hscc@hscc.com.au
Facilities available- Small hall, kitchen and extensive outdoor areas.
Cost and availability- Hiring times available are Saturday 9-12md, 2-5pm and Sunday 2-5pm.
$165 non-members, $160 members. $50 key deposit.
Disabled facilities- Yes
Kitchen facilities- Limited Kitchen
Suitable for- Children's parties for 12 year olds and under.
Internet - www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/local_information_and_activities/community_centres/holdsworth_st

Mill Hill Hotel
59 Oxford St Bondi Junction 2022
Contact & telephone number- 9389 3281 mill_hill@bigpond.com.au
Facilities available- Two bars and large bistro area. Licensed hotel premises.
All guests must be 18 years of age,
Cost and availability- No exclusive use. Booking advisable
Kitchen facilities- In-house caterer
Suitable for- Dinners, cocktails, business lunches.

Mizrachi Synagogue
PO Box A490, South Sydney 2000
Contact & telephone number- F Levy 9745 4522
Facilities available- Hall Saturday/Sunday night only
Cost and availability- on application. Costs vary
Kitchen facilities- Kosher catering only
Suitable for- Weddings, lectures etc

National Council of Jewish Women of Australia
111- 113 Queen Street, Woollahra 2025
Telephone: 9363 0257; Email: admin@ncjwnsw.org
Facilities available- The Centre has 2 Halls for hire. Large function hall seats up to 450 with a stage, sound system, lectern, piano and dance floor. Chairs and round tables or trestles are provide. Small function hall has wooden floors and accommodates up to 50 people.
Cost and availability- On application
Kitchen facilities- Kosher caterers only. Kosher wine may be served.
Suitable for- Receptions, parties, meetings, auctions

Paddington Town Hall
247 Oxford Street, Paddington 2017
Contact & telephone number- Nancy Lay 9331 4592
Facilities available- The Hall is part of Paddington Town Hall Complex which is owned by the South Sydney Council. It holds up to 750 people. The curfew for events is 1am. Events must not include loud music or conflict with the heritage nature of the building.
Cost and availability- $425 per hour
Disabled facilities- Yes
Kitchen facilities- Large kitchen, catering by the preferred caterers or a surcharge of 10%
Suitable for- Not available for Children's parties

Randwick Boys High
Cnr Rainbow and Avoca Streets, Randwick N.S.W. 2035
Contact & telephone number- Mrs Freeman 9666 7551
Facilities available- Randwick Boys High hall & gymnasium, oval, cricket nets, tennis & basketball courts for hire.
Cost and availability- $50 per hour for hall, $35 per hour for gymnasium, $15 per hour for outdoor courts

Rose Bay Playgroup Cottage
O'Sullivan Road, Bellevue Hill N.S.W.
Contact & telephone number- Breda Cosgrove 9391 7170
Facilities available- The cottage is on the edge of the Woollahra Golf course and is appropriate for children's parties as it has a sandpit, climbing equipment, sunshade and toys that can be used.
Kitchen facilities- Fully equipped kitchen and bathroom.
Suitable for- Available for Children's parties

Scout Hall
Wairoa Reserve, Wairoa Ave, Bondi Beach(cnr Hastings Pde)
Contact & telephone number- 0413-873-588, email preferred - bondiscouthall@hotmail.com
Facilities available- Large open area, timber floor; adj to playground, close to Bondi Beach. On-street parking.
Cost and availability- Sliding scales and discounts for long-term/regular hirers and start-up businesses.
Disabled facilities- Feasible - please discuss
Kitchen facilities- Large kitchen, lot of bench space, large fridge, hotplates/oven, microwave
Suitable for- Parties, Book and Garage Sales, Meetings, dancing, craft shows, etc
Restriction- The responsible hirer must be aged 21 yrs or more, with photo ID & proof of current residency.

St Joseph's Parish Centre Hall
10 Albert Street, Edgecliff 2027
Contact & telephone number- Ms Nan Kelly 9363 2400
Facilities available- The Hall has seating for approximately 100 people.
Cost and availability- $30 per hour minimum.
Kitchen facilities- There are kitchen facilities and toilets.
Suitable for- The hall is suitable for adult activities of a community or charitable nature. Not available for Children's parties

Swiss-Grand Hotel Bondi Beach
Campbell Parade (Cnr Beach Rd) Bondi Beach 2026
PO Box 219 Bondi Beach
Contact & telephone number- 9365 5666
Facilities available- A 4.5 star international deluxe hotel that offers a total of 17 function rooms, which cater for six to 400 people. Venues include the Bellevue Terrace and Promenade Room, which provide natural light and the more traditional Pavilion Ballroom. Private dining area in the Epic Cove. Some venues include views over Bondi Beach. In-house Multimedia and Audiovisual Manager.
Cost and availability- Full details on application
Disabled facilities- All function rooms on one level. Disabled toilets, ramps and lifts.
Kitchen facilities- Full in-house catering available. Menus and catering packages on application.
Suitable for- Conferences & Meetings, Training & Workshops, Banquets, Weddings, Private Dining, Cocktail Parties
Internet - sydney.citysearch.com.au/E/V/SYDNE/0017/16/25/1.html

Sydney Cricket Ground / Sydney Football Stadium
Moore Park Road, Paddington 2021
GPO Box 150, Sydney 2001
Contact & telephone number- Brooke Langford 9380 0337 blangford@scgt.nsw.gov.au
Facilities available- Two 40,000 seat stadiums. Over 20 function rooms. Cricket Centre auditorium up to 1000. Fully equipped lecture theatre. Fitness centre. 750 car spaces
Cost and availability- on application. Costs vary
Disabled facilities- Lift, toilets and reserved viewing areas
Kitchen facilities- on site caterer
Suitable for- large outdoor events, dinner dances, dinners, cocktails, business lunches, seminars, product launches.
Internet - www.scgt.nsw.gov.au

Temple Emanuel
7 Ocean St, Bondi 2026
Contact & telephone number- Mrs Levy 9328 7833
Facilities available- Hall, each request reviewed
Cost and availability- On application. Costs vary
Disabled facilities- Yes
Kitchen facilities- Kosher preferred

The Salvation Army
41 Brisbane Street, Bondi Junction 2022
Contact & telephone number- 9369 1888
Facilities available- Room with capacity of 50 seated, OHP
Cost and availability- On application. Costs vary
Disabled facilities- No
Kitchen facilities- Domestic kitchen
Suitable for- Meetings, Workshops, Training

Vaucluse House
Wentworth Road, Vaucluse NSW 2030
Contact & telephone number- Matt Adamson (02) 8239 2288 venues@hht.net.au
Facilities available- The Lone Pine Lawn & Southern Paddock can be hired for Wedding ceremonies, Pre-reception drinks and Cocktail events for up to 120. The Little Drawing Room is suitable for luncheons, meetings and dinners for 20 people.
Cost and availability- Lone Pine Lawn $1,400 per 4 hour period (daylight hours only), Little Drawing Room from $1100.
Suitable for- Wedding Ceremonies and Receptions, Cocktail and Dinner Parties, Product Launches and Corporate Cocktail events. House and Grounds available, on application, as a location for filming and photography.
Internet - http://venues.hht.net.au
Further Details

Vaucluse Public School
Cambridge Ave, Vaucluse 2030
Contact & telephone number- 9337 2672
Facilities available- Hall seats 150, Classrooms and sports areas
Cost and availability- on application. Costs vary
Disabled facilities- By arrangement
Kitchen facilities- Limited
Suitable for- Tutorials, parties, sports days, rehearsals and performances

Vaucluse Scout Hall
335 Old South Head Road, Watsons Bay
Contact & telephone number-
Facilities available- It is a basic hall with wooden floors.
There are 20 chairs and 2 trestle tables. The hall can accommodate 60 people. No alcohol permitted
Suitable for- The hall is best suited to Children's functions.

Waverley Bowling & Recreation Club
163 - 169 Birrell Street, Waverley 2024
Contact & telephone number- 9389-3026
Facilities available- A bowling club with 3 greens, bar facilities and social evenings. The club has one large room (not separate from the bar) Over 21 years only.
Suitable for- Weddings and parties

Woollahra Seniors Club Hall
Cnr Queen Street & Edgecliff Road, Woollahra N.S.W. 2025
Contact & telephone number- Julie Hovey 9363 5957
Facilities available- Seats 60 people can accommodate 80 people standing. Stage, tables and chairs, public address system and projector screen.
Cost and availability- $100 per hire.
Kitchen facilities- The hall has good kitchen facilities,
Suitable for- Groups for meetings, theatrical performances, christenings, auctions and other activities. Not available for Children's parties

Supplied as a community service by Waverley Council. Venue providers have supplied information. Waverley Council cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information supplied, you should rely upon your own enquiries. Please inform Waverley Council on 9369 8129 if the information supplied here is inaccurate.

Administered by Administration & Information Services Manager Last updated 12-Jun-2008