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Frequently Asked Questions

Wedding & Event Venue Hire

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Venue Pricing

We have two main pricing options for hiring Waingarara Valley as a venue:

Option One is our base hire rate including use of the reception hall and outside areas, toilet facilities, food prep area and facilities, tables and chairs, outdoor furniture and games, glasses, and a sound system with mic.

Option Two includes everything in Option One plus crockery, cutlery, mugs, an urn and some water jugs. We will also clear tables and wash all the dishes on the night.

A 20% deposit is required up front to secure your booking.

TOTAL GUESTS

OPTION ONE COST

OPTION TWO COST

40

$5260

$5460

50

$5315

$5565

60

$5370

$5670

70

$5425

$5775

80

$5480

$5880

100

$5590

$6090

110

$5645

$6195

120

$5700

$6300

130

$5755

$6405

140

$5810

$6510

150

$5865

$6615



Frequently Asked Questions

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What is included in the venue hire fee?

When you hire our venue, you are hiring the use of the building, which has:

  • a substantial reception hall (to fit up to 150 guests) with toilet facilities

  • a food prep area with double drinks fridge, a dishwasher, and a large chiller

  • tables and chairs

  • glasses

  • a large deck area

  • some outdoor games

  • outdoor furniture - including umbrellas, wine barrel bar leaners and a wine barrel cake table

  • indoor/outdoor bar & a sound system with mic

You also have use of the surrounding areas of farm and bush on the property for photos.

How many people does the venue have capacity for?

We have capacity to host up to 150 guests.

Do we have to pay a bond for the venue?

Our venue bond is $1000 - refunded after your event if there are no damages. 

Is Waingarara Valley a licensed venue?

Waingarara is a licensed venue, with our alcohol license running until 1am.

We currently have the following bar options:

2023 Events

2024 Events

  1. We supply alcohol for you, to an agreed price

  1. We supply alcohol for you, to an agreed price

  1. BYO alcohol +
    Hire our bar manager and bartender ($600)

  1. We supply alcohol for you  
    You pay an agreed price, and your guests pay once
    that amount has been spent.

  1. Cash Bar
    We supply the alcohol, your guests pay per drink.

Do you supply glasses?

Yes, all hires include glasses.  

We have a wide range of glasses available - including beer, water, wine, champagne, shot, spirit and cocktail glasses.  You will not need to bring any extras.

Are there any additional cleaning fees?

We're happy for you to do your own cleaning as long as it is done to a satisfiable standard.

If you select Option Two pricing as per the above chart (including crockery) we will clear the tables and wash all the dishes.

We also have an optional cleaning service available.  This costs $400 and includes cleaning of tables, chairs, decks, toilets, walls, floors, kitchen, bar and grounds, as well as rubbish and recycling removal.

The cleaning service does not include washing dishes.

Can we have our wedding ceremony at the venue as well?

You are welcome to have your ceremony here at no extra charge, or have your ceremony elsewhere and use the venue for the reception only.

What hours is the venue available for?

Waingarara Valley has flexible hours. We have a strict policy of hosting only one event per weekend - which means no stressful time restraints for you!

Our alcohol license runs until 1am.

Is there any transport available?

We have local bus options available at responsible prices.

Do you have a floristry service?

Waingarara Valley has a bespoke floristry service available (quoted separately) - see more here.

Is there a good location for taking wedding photos?

Waingarara Valley is the perfect location for taking your wedding photos!  We have extensive farmland and bush on the property, including a picturesque creek - all of which make a stunning backdrop. 

Your venue hire fee includes the use of photo props such as our rustic shed, large wooden frame and a vintage car (check out our gallery for inspiration).