The Great Hall
The Great Hall is the backdrop for many of the University’s prestigious events including University graduations, award ceremonies and gala dinners.
The Great Hall main area features a flat polished timber floor with moveable seating, a spectacular ceiling, fixed tiered seating at the rear and a stage large enough to accommodate a full symphony orchestra. The total seating capacity of the hall is 1,230 which includes 448 tiered seats and 782 removable seats.
The foyer provides a large open and welcoming space perfect for registrations, exhibitions, and pre-dinner cocktails. The space is flexible and can be arranged in a variety of settings for your event including gala dinners, conferences, music and choir concerts, school formals, and exhibitions.
Features
- Full in-house audio and lighting System
- Fully air-conditioned
- Large stage
- Stepped auditorium
- Grand piano and organ
- Foyer area
- Two dressing rooms
- Two breakout rooms
- Kitchenette facility
The Great Hall is also equipped with technology to accommodate a diverse range of events in various sizes. We have provided detailed guides in the Venue Hire section below showing the capabilities of the installed technology and to provide information on what is available. Should you require further information please email the Venues and Events Team at venuesandevents@newcastle.edu.au
Venue Hire
The venue hire includes the use of seating and round tables to fit the capacities specified for theatre or dining set up. Additional furniture requirements can be coordinated directly between you and a preferred supplier at the your expense. Preferred suppliers include Exotic Lily Events and Newcastle Event Hire.
Our in-house caterer NUservices can meet your food and beverage needs with breakfast, lunch and canape menus. There are limited kitchen facilities on site, but our campus caterer is experienced in delivering a quality, multi-course dining experience for up to 300 guests in the space.
The Great Hall is equipped with technology to accommodate a diverse range of events in various sizes. Please discuss you AV needs with the Venues & Events team. For large events we recommend engaging an AV expert. Preferred suppliers include A1 Audio and Lighting, Fordtronic AV and Scion Audio. Should you require AV assistance a run-through with a preferred supplier in advance of the event is recommended.
The following documents will assist in planning your AV support needs:
You will have access to the UON Conference wifi. Please check with venuesandevents@newcastle.edu.au for the current password.
Should you require a space to be set up in a specific layout, you will need to make a request at least ten business days prior to your event via email to venuesandevents@newcastle.edu.au.
Depending on the size of your event, we may recommend an onsite first aid officer and/or on site security to assist with safety of your guests. Onsite Security team members can provide first aid and assist in the case of an emergency. They can be contacted on 4921 5888. If you need to contact the Venues and Events team you can call 4921 6759.
The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present.