Venues and event hire
As well as the spaces available for hire by the public, a number of our facilities at Callaghan campus can be hired by staff for university conferences, events, lectures and workshops.
Lecture theatres
Location
Computer and Information Sciences Building
Capacity
550 people
Technology and features
- Air-conditioned
- Video and data projection
- Computer
- PC and Mac laptop connection
- Network connection
- Blu-Ray player
- Document camera
- Two overhead projectors
- Three projection screens
- PA system
- Radio and lectern microphones
- Rearing aid loop
Related spaces
Fully carpeted foyer (150 m2) with kitchenette facility. Ideal for display or exhibitions held in conjunction with functions in the theatre
Location
Capacity
250 people
Technology and features
- Air-conditioned
- Video and data projection
- Computer
- PC and Mac laptop connection
- Network connection
- Blu-Ray player
- Document camera
- Two projection screens
- PA system
- Radio and lectern microphones
- Hearing aid loop
Related spaces
Foyer area
Location
Capacity
200 people
Technology and features
- Air-conditioned
- Video and data projection
- Computer
- PC and Mac laptop connection
- Network connection
- Blu-Ray player
- Document camera
- One overhead projector
- Three projection screens
- PA system
- Radio and lectern microphones
- Hearing aid loop
Related spaces
Foyer area
Location
Capacity
440 people
Technology and features
- Air-conditioned
- Video and data projection
- Computer
- PC and Mac laptop connection
- Network connection
- Blu-Ray player
- Document camera
- One overhead projector
- One 35mm slide projector
- Three projection screens
- PA system
- Radio and lectern microphones
- Hearing aid loop
Related spaces
Fully carpeted foyer area (114 m2) with kitchenette facility. Ideal for registrations or exhibitions held in conjunction with functions in the theatre.
Hire application process
If you are interested in hiring one of our facilities for a conference or event at Callaghan please:
- Read the University Facilities - Hire and Use Policy
- Read the Hire Terms and Conditions (PDF 30.2KB)
- Complete and return the hire application form (PDF 33.0KB) (address on form).
All applications will be assessed based on the event and the suitability of the location. Please also be aware that it is a condition of hire that you read and take note of the relevant food standards information.
Need more information?
Contact the Venues and Events team at venuesandevents@newcastle.edu.au.
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