1854 days ago

Venue Hire

Syrina Pene from Te Rongopai Community Trust (GOOD NEWS COMMUNITY CENTRE)

FACILITIES AVAILABLE FOR HIRE.
Please call the office with any questions you may have.
We look forward to assisting with your booking NAU MAI MAERE MAI

HALL A large hall with a polished concrete floor, 2 heat pumps and a complete sound system is a fantastic space for medium to large gatherings. It is ideal for children’s birthday parties, activities, meals, and exercise. Tables and chairs available for use with hirage.
Maximum people allowed is 225.

KITCHEN A large commercial kitchen which sits between the hall and the lounge with serveries opening into both the hall and the lounge.

KAURI ROOM – LOUNGE This is a cosy room which is suitable for smaller gatherings of up to 28. Tables chairs and tub seats available. Kauri also has a large high definition TV suitable for presentations.

RIMU ROOM Small Room A space suitable for one on one meetings or small groups of 10 or less. Tables and chairs available with hirage.

CHURCH SPACE This space is also suitable for gatherings of up to 50 people. Tables are made available on request. This is an ideal space for workshops, committee meetings and music practice.

KITCHEN NOTES The kitchen has stainless steel bench tops available and includes two ovens, two microwaves, sterilizer, crockery, utensils, glasses for 120 people and all that you would need in a kitchen for your function or special gathering. A fridge is also available for your use.

*Our venue is non-alcoholic and non-smoking. Terms and Conditions Apply. Call us on 850 5020 or email at goodnewscommunitycentre@gmail.com to check availability and secure your special occasion now.

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