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Built in 1888, Balmain Town Hall is fine example of the Victorian Free Classical style. Oozing with glamour inside and out, with high ornate ceilings, a soft colour palette and commercial kitchen making it an ideal special occasion venue. Conveniently located close to public transport.
370 Darling Street, Balmain
Transport and parking
Street parking. Bus routes close by.
Hire information
Built in 1888, Balmain Town Hall is fine example of the Victorian Free Classical style. Oozing with glamour inside and out, with high ornate ceilings, a soft colour palette and commercial kitchen making it an ideal special occasion venue. Conveniently located close to public transport.
- Weddings, receptions, celebrations and parties
- Conferences, lectures and expos
- Musical or theatrical performances
- Large dance groups or choirs
308m2 plus stage (38m2)
Capacity:
- Theatre style seating: 300 persons
- Banquet style: 220 persons (allowing for dance floor)
This venue hire does not include the use of the outdoor courtyard.
General facilities
- Commercial kitchen with fridge, oven with gas stovetop, and hot water urn.
- Tables: 30 tables (1600 by 800 mm)
- Chairs: ~300 chairs
- Lift access
- Wheelchair accessible
- Accessible toilet available
- Bookings will not be accepted within seven (7) days of a proposed event date.
- You must be 18 years+ to book a Council community venue.
- You must book time for set up, pack up, and cleaning within your booked hire time.
- Bookings will not be confirmed until full payment of fees is made and all hirers are required to pay a Refundable Bond.
- If engaging the services of contractor to conduct activities and or provide catering you must provide all necessary clearances, certificates, insurances and permits pertaining to the services provided, such as RSA certificates, food safety certificates, public liability insurance, working with children checks, police event notifications, etc.
- You must leave the premises in a clean and tidy condition.
- Smoking, pyrotechnics, open flames/fire pits or use of any smoke generating machines is prohibited in Council Venues or on Council grounds. If the fire alarm is activated unnecessarily for any reason you will be liable for the fine issued by the NSW Fire Brigade.
- Community Venues for hire are unstaffed venues, in the event of an emergency, call 000 for the police, ambulance or fire brigade. For access and maintenance issues, contact Inner West Council's After Hours Service on 02 9392 5000.
- In the event that there is a breach of the Conditions of Hire, you may be subject to damages including cancellation of the booking.
Hiring Fees
| Details | Fee excluding GST | GST | Fee including GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hourly rate | $136.36 | $13.64 | $150.00 |
| Whole Day block rate (Open – Close) | $1,081.82 | $108.18 | $1,190.00 |
| Day block rate (Open – 5PM) | $545.45 | $54.55 | $600.00 |
| Evening block rate (5PM – Close) | $545.45 | $54.55 | $600.00 |
Bonds, amendment fees, alarm fees, and cancellation rules
| Details | Fee excluding GST | GST | Fee including GST |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refundable Bond | $500.00 | $0.00 | $500.00 |
| Refundable Bond for 'High Risk' Events | $1,000.00 | $0.00 | $1,000.00 |
| Booking Amendment Fee: per amendment (per venue) within one request | $49.19 | $4.09 | $54.00 |
| Fire brigade fee (alarm citation to be attributed to hirers) | $1,614.55 | $161.45 | $1,776.00 |
| Security fee (charges incurred for Security attendance due to activity by hirer) | At Cost +10% | ||
| Cancellations - 14 days and greater prior to booking | 100% of Hiring Fee Refunded | ||
| Cancellations - Less than 14 days prior to booking | 0% of Hiring Fee Refunded | ||
