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Image: River Gum, Eugowra NSWPhotographer: Kim Storey, Farmer. Photographer. Author.
Parliamentary Catering proudly supports local communities from regional and rural New South Wales, who practice ethical and sustainable farming methods.
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PARLIAMENTARY CATERINGDiscover and explore Australia’s oldest Parliament House
Parliamentary Catering provides event and catering services to New South Wales Parliament House which is located on the historic Macquarie Street in Sydney.
This heritage-listed House is rich in history and full of hidden surprises. Originally built in 1816 as Australia’s first hospital, this remarkable building has evolved through careful expansion and restorative work to accommodate the two democratically elected Houses of New South Wales Parliament. Visitors
can witness the working parliament, discover key moments in the history of Australian politics and explore the impressive collection of artwork.
Dine with history and discover the flavours of New South Wales
Parliament House has a long history of playing host to a high calibre of esteemed guest, including Heads of State, World Leaders, Consul Generals, Ambassadors,
Hollywood stars and British Royalty. Among the famous names include Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the late Diana, Princess of Wales, Prince Edward, Duke of Wessex,
his Holiness the Dalai Lama and Actress Audrey Hepburn.
The very talented and experienced culinary team strive to provide an equally high level of service whilst passionately showcasing the wonderful delicacies, fresh flavours and
unique food & wine regions of New South Wales.
Image: Barramundi on leek and potato mash, enoki, chive parmesan salad and saffron tuille
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Full Day Conference $77.00 ppMorning tea, lunch and afternoon tea
SavouryThyme roasted pumpkin and goats cheese B’stilla (V)We love nuts - snack packPower mix - snack packSpinach frittata (GF, V)Chicken and leek pie with tomato relishPork & fennel sausage roll with tomato relishNut grain fig slice (VE, GF, DF)Sweet potato ball (GF, VE)Vegetable samosa with coconut mint yoghurt (VE)Smoked salmon mousse rosettes on a blini
Optional ExtrasMorning or afternoon tea package $22.00 ppWorking lunch package $42.00 ppAdditional sweet and savoury items $6.00 eachArrival tea and coffee with cookies $6.00 pp
Morning & Afternoon Tea Items – Your selection of two items per break
SweetByron Bay twin pack cookies (GF on request)Apple and cinnamon filled muffinHeart shaped shortbread with jamMini cup cake (GF)Strawberry milkshake - snack pack (GF, NF)Homemade scones with jam & creamBanana bread with honeycomb butter (GF)Coconut cherry macaroons (GF)Raw vegan snicker slice (VE, GF, DF)Berry croissant (VE)Vegan chocolate brownie (VE, GF, DF, NF)Homemade lamingtonsFresh fruit brioche with flaked almondsMini lemon meringue piesSeasonal fruit and nut Danish
Half Day Conference $57.00 ppLunch with morning tea or afternoon tea
CONFERENCE PACKAGESFull Day Conference packages are designed for (7 to 8 hours) and Half Day
packages are (4 to 5 hours). Morning or Afternoon Tea packages are designed for (1 to 3 hours). All breaks include tea, coffee, juice and water.
Dietary Guide: Gluten free (GF), Dairy free (DF), Vegetarian (V), Vegan (VE), Lactose free (LF), Nut free (NF). The menu contains allergens and is prepared in a kitchen that handles nuts, shellfish and gluten.
Image: Homemade scones with jam & cream, and lemon myrtle, mini raspberry and panna cotta tartlets
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Option 1 - Middle-East themedFalafel & Tabouli Wraps - hummus, tabouli, tomato (V)Pumpkin, spinach & chickpea kibbeh (VE, DF)Lamb & pine nut KibbehChargrilled flat bread (V)Selection of dipsCauliflower, heirloom carrot, labneh & dukkah salad (V)Vine leaves (VE, GF, DF)Sweet date fingers & almond crescents
Option 3 - Italian themedRicotta & spinach ravioli with Napolitano sauce (V)Crispy polenta with mushroom sauce (GF, V)Melon and prosciutto (GF)Pear, parmesan & rocket salad (V)Sonoma bread cluster rollsSeasonal fruit platter (VE, GF)Mini cannoliBaby polenta cakes
Option 2 - Light & HeathyChicken & walnut finger sandwichFlaky salmon salad - edamame, dill, mint & parsleyQuinoa, pumpkin, zucchini & spinach salad (VE, GF)Kimchi cabbage (VE, GF)Chickpea turnover with turmeric yoghurtBaby cos lettuce with parmesan & radish (VE, GF)Seasonal fruit platter (VE, GF)Mini Lemon meringue pie
Option 4 - South-East Asian themedVegetable & chick pea curry (VE, GF)Butter chicken & PappadumsSteamed basmati rice (VE, GF)Aloo Bonda - Indian spiced crispy potato (V)Curly kale, mung bean & peanut slaw (V)Carrot, almond, baby spinach & herb salad (V)Seasonal fruit platter (VE, GF)Portuguese tarts (V)
CONFERENCE LUNCHESWorking Lunch Options – Your selection of one working lunch package
Image: Option 2 - Light & Healthy Working Lunch
Optional upgrades - Food Stations - minimum 30
Cheese & Charcuterie Station $32.00 ppArtisanal cheese & charcuterie served with fresh grapes, lavosh, bread , strawberries & olives
Carvery Hot Glazed Ham Rolls Station $20.00 ppByron Bay Berkshire Sticky glazed ham served hot with a selection of breads, chutney & mustards
Vegan Veggie Garden Station $18.00 ppFresh seasonal baby vegetables served on ice with a side of blue cheese & horseradish tartare
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LUNCH
2 Course Plated Lunch $72.00 pp
3 Course Plated Lunch $82.00 pp
DINNER
2 Course Plated Dinner $77.00 pp
3 Course Plated Dinner $87.00 pp
Entrée
Prosciutto, pickled vine leaf & Burrata, heirloom tomato salsa, basil oil & black salt (GF)Miso glazed tuna with a soy linseed, nori wafer, wakame & Asian soft herb salad (GF)
Labneh, pumpkin hummus, Dukkha, heirloom carrot marigold & elk salad (GF, V)House smoked trout with Indian spiced eggplant, turmeric potatoes, topped with peanuts & crispy mustard leaf (GF)
Venison carpaccio rolled in pepper berry spice, lentil beetroot salad, celeriac cream (GF)Zucchini flower, herb salad, goats cheese & pistachio (GF, V)
Murray River cod carpaccio with a soy ginger & sesame dressing, squid ink wafer, eschalots, salmon roe (GF)
Main
Barramundi, fennel & potato puree, brown butter, greens tossed in salsa Verde, with samphire (GF)Beef cheeks, creamed spinach & wattle seed, pickled eschalots with a beef jus (GF)
Pork fillet wrapped in prosciutto & sage, green pea puree & crispy kale (GF)Roasted Lamb rump on whipped fetta, Moroccan roasted heirloom carrots with minted chimichurri (GF)
Chicken supreme, sweet corn puree, globe artichoke with a lemon & thyme pangratatoTofu dumplings with a light macadamia sauce, baby spinach, tomato & almond salad (GF, VE, DF)
Pan-fried Salmon, crispy potatoes, creamed mustard sauce, with confit of leek galette
Dessert
Chocolate mousse & candy orange dome (GF)Apple tarte-tatin with vanilla ice-cream
Vanilla panna cotta topped with a blackberry & thyme gel, berry swirl meringue (GF)Ginger bread cake with poached plum, mascarpone & crumbled honey comb
Petit Fours – Lemon meringue pie, macaroon, madeleines, orange crisp dipped in dark chocolate & sea saltTriple cream brie served with muscatels & lavosh
Individual artisan cheese plates with quince & lavosh - additional $9.50 pp
LUNCH & DINNER PACKAGES3 courses – Your selection of one entrée, main and dessert
2 courses - Your selection of one entrée & main or main and dessert
Image: Entrée dish - Labneh, pumpkin hummus, dukkha, heir-loom carrot marigold & elk salad (GF, V)
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LUNCH & DINNER UPGRADESUpgrade Options
Alternate meal service – $6.00 pp for 1 course, $7.50 pp for 2 courses, $9 pp for 3 courses
Canapés on arrival - $15.00 pp (3 items per person) - Your selection of three standard canapés
Artisan cheese platter with quince & lavosh - $150.00 serves 10 (1 per a table of 10)
Crew meal (main course only) – $32.00 pp
Cakeage – $2.00 pp
Menu CardsPrinted souvenir menu card with gold embossed Parliament House Crest – $4.50 per card
Printed place cards with gold embossed Parliament House Crest – $2.20 per card
Image: Dessert dish - Vanilla panna cotta topped with a blackberry & thyme gel, berry swirl meringue (GF)
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CANAPÉ PACKAGESOption 1 - Standard $35.00 ppBarramundi spring rollsTwo cheese arancini (GF, V)Fresh prawns with lemon aioli mayo (GF, DF)Paleo ball - green vegetable & bean (GF, DF, VE)Pork and fennel sausage roll with a smokey tomato relishAloo Bonda – Crispy Indian spiced potato (V)Inari tofu – Sushi rice wrapped in tofu (GF, VE, DF)
Option 3 - Deluxe $46.00 ppBetel nut leaf with smoked trout (DF)Pea and potato croquettes (V)Eggplant and miso spring rolls (VE)Beef empanadasGlazed Quail Maryland wrapped in prosciutto (GF)Charcoal tartlet with Meredith fetta and beetroot (V)Caramelised carrot, shallot and mushroom bun (V)
Option 2 - Premium $42.00 ppCrab and prawn tartletPeking duck rolls wrapped in a chiveTuna nigari (GF)Leek, shitake spring roll (DF, V)Vegetable samosa with coconut mint yoghurt (VE)Coconut prawn sticks with a turmeric curry sauceMini beef pie
Option 4 - Vegetarian $35.00 ppTwo cheese arancini (GF, V)Aloo Bonda – Crispy Indian spiced potato (V)Sweet potato and cashew money bag (V)Vegetable samosa with coconut mint yoghurt (VE)Leek, shitake spring roll (DF, V)Edamame wontons (V)Raw vegetable crudit (GF, VE, DF)
Image: Carvery Hot Glazed Ham Rolls Food Station
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CANAPÉ UPGRADES
Image: Cheese & Charcuterie Food Station
Upgrade Options*
Additional canapés or bespoke packagesStandard Canapé $5.00 per piecePremium Canapé $6.00 per pieceDeluxe Canapé $7.00 per pieceVegetarian Canapé $5.00 per piece
Substantial Canapé - $7.00 per pieceLobster and prawn rollMini cheeseburgerPork belly bun with Asian coleslaw & sriracha mayoPork and fennel chipolatas on a mini bun with sauerkraut & mustardMini falafel burger with watercress & pumpkin hummus (VE)
Petit Fours - $4.00 per pieceAssorted macaroons (GF, V)Lemon meringue pie (V)Mini ice-cream pop (GF, V)Handmade chocolate truffles (GF, V)
Canapé Packages*The canapé packages are designed for two hour events, for events over two hours substantial canapé items and food stations are recommended. The food stations are designed for two hours.
Food stations are booked in conjunction to a conference package or canapé package.
Food Stations - minimum 30
Cheese & Charcuterie Station $32.00 ppArtisanal cheese & charcuterie served with fresh grapes, lavosh, bread , strawberries & olives
Carvery Hot Glazed Ham Rolls Station $20.00 ppByron Bay Berkshire Sticky glazed ham served hot with a selection of breads, chutney & mustards
Vegan Veggie Garden Station $18.00 ppFresh seasonal baby vegetables served on ice with a side of blue cheese & horseradish tartare
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Sweet
Vanilla Scones with homemade Jam & creamMini mince tarts
Ice-cream pops dipped in white chocolate (GF)Chocolate truffle bon bon (GF)
Mini lemon meringue pieHomemade mini lamingtons
SavouryCoronation chicken sandwich
Ham & gruyere vol au ventSmoke salmon blini
Gazpacho & prawn (GF)Baby cos wrapped in prosciutto, parmesan (GF)
Cheese, truffle mushroom stick (V)
*Minimum numbers 20
HIGH TEA PACKAGE
Image: Traditional High Tea stand with a selection of sweet and savoury items, served with tea & coffee. High Tea is available to the Public every Friday from 12pm to 3pm in the Strangers’ Restaurant. The menu changes monthly.
Traditional High Tea $55 pp*
Sample Menu
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BEVERAGE PACKAGESStandard
N/V Moore’s Creek Sparkling Wine, Hunter ValleyN/V NSW Parliament Sauvignon Blanc, OrangeN/V NSW Parliament Shiraz, Hunter ValleyOne Fifty Lashes Pale Ale, CamperdownHahn Premium Light, Camperdown
Premium
Peterson House NV Sparking Wine, Hunter ValleyNSW Parliament Semillon, Hunter ValleyNSW Parliament Shiraz Viognier, OrangeOne Fifty Lashes Pale Ale, CamperdownKosciuszko Pale Ale, Snowy MountainsHahn Premium Light, Camperdown
Deluxe
Swift Sparkling Brut, OrangeMargan ‘Rose and Bramble’ Rose Wine, Hunter ValleyJon Darragh Chardonnay, OrangeLerida Estate ‘Cullerin’ Pinot, Lake GeorgeLowe wines ‘Block 8’ Shiraz, MudgeeYoung Henrys Newtowner Pale Ale 330ml, NewtownStone & Wood Green Coast Lager 330ml, Byron BayHahn Premium Light, Camperdown
Packages
2hr Beverage Package - $28.00 pp*
3hr Beverage Package - $37.00 pp*
4hr Beverage Package - $45.00 pp*
2hr Beverage Package - $33.00 pp*
3hr Beverage Package - $41.50 pp*
4hr Beverage Package - $50.00 pp*
2hr Beverage Package - $55.00 pp*
3hr Beverage Package - $65.00 pp*
4hr Beverage Package - $75.00 pp*
Non-alcoholic Package
2hr $15.50 pp* | 3hr $23.00 pp* | 4hr $29.50 pp*
*Minimum 20 guests
Alcohol packages can only be purchased with an adequate food package. Beverage packages include soft drinks, juice and mineral water. Drinks on consumption or cash bars are not available.Corkage fee: Wine $12.50 pp, Wine and Beer $19.00 pp, Soft Drinks $8.50 pp
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BREAKFAST PACKAGESSit-down Plated Breakfast $45.00 pp*
Share platter - your selection (one per table)Seasonal fruit platter (GF, V, VE, DF)Assorted mini Danishes (V)
Entrée - your selection (one per person)Potted Yoghurt with cinnamon apple and honey Granola (V)
Bircher muesli, grated apple, yoghurt, vanilla, cinnamon and cranberries (V)
Main - your selection (one per person)Coddled eggs, black forest smokehouse bacon, white beans in rich tomato sauce, Greek yoghurt and sourdough breadMushroom Gruyere breakfast tart with slow cooked balsamic tomatoes and large leaf rocket (V)Bacon and egg breakfast tart with roasted field mushroom and large leaf rocketScrambled eggs on rye bread with smoke salmon and chivesSmashed avocado on toast with Persian fetta, topped with tomato, basil and parsley medley (V)
Stand-up Breakfast $36.00 pp*
Your selection of four itemsBacon and slow cooked egg slider with spinach and smokey tomato chutneyThree cheese pastry twists (V)Banana, cinnamon and yoghurt smoothie (V,GF)Ham and Gruyere vol-au-ventBircher muesli (V)Fine crepe rolled with spinach, chives and cream cheese (V)Mini waffles with fresh cream and berries (V)Greek yoghurt topped with homemade granola (V)
*Minimum 20 guestsBoth packages include tea, coffee, juice and water.
Image: Stand-up Breakfast Package
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Strangers’ RestaurantOpen to the public Monday to Friday, from 12pm to 3pm.
Bookings are essentialMonday to Thursday a la carte menu
Friday is a High Tea Menu
Sample Menu
Entrée
Pan fried scallops, pickled onion broth, crispy pancetta & pea creamCrumbed goats cheese log, zucchini flower and herb salad with truffle honey (V)
Parisian gnocchi, pan fried speck, peas & smoked tomato vinaigretteSeared Miso glazed Tuna, roasted shallot & sesame, wakame
Mains
Pan fried duck breast, grilled asparagus, cherry & port wine sauce (GF)100 day grain fed scotch fillet 250g, Hasselback potato, beans & peppercorn sauce (GF)
Blue eyed cod, spiced tomato pickle, zucchini spaghetti, broth & fried curry leavesVegan Jackfruit fritters with celeriac remoulade, lemon, radish & fennel salad (VE)
Dessert
Cherry blossom and raspberry cheesecake, minted berry saladCrema Catalana, blood orange sorbet (GF)
Plum & Lychee Bombe Alaska (GF)Cheese plate with Gorgonzola, triple cream Brie & aged Cheddar with muscatels, quince & lavosh
RESTAURANT
Image: Dessert dish - Plum & Lychee Bombe Alaska (GF) The menu changes monthly.
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State Libraryof New South Wales
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NSW PARLIAMENT FLOOR PLAN
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Room hire is charged per hour.
Minimum of two hour hire applies for weekdays.
Minimum of four hour hire applies for weekends.
Setup access on request.
Room hire begins from when the first person accesses the building to when the last person vacates.
Room hire is inclusive of security provided by NSW Special Constables.
Minimum numbers and minimum spends may apply.
15% surcharge applies to the total spend on a Saturday.
20% surcharge applies to the total spend on a Sunday.
Refer to the terms and conditions of the venue hire.
Banquet Cabaret Boardroom Cocktail U-shape Theatre
*The Fountain Court is on a request basis and requires the approval of both Presiding Officers.
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CAPACITIES & HOURLY ROOM HIRE RATES
Name of Room Capacity Banquet Lunch or Dinner
Monday - Friday8am - 5.30pm
After Hours Weekends
McKell Room Boardroom 20 U-shape 18
$150 $700Reid Room Boardroom 16 U-shape 14
Cocktail 35
Parkes Room Boardroom 10 Cocktail 20
Theatrette Theatre 164 Cocktail 164
$200 $700
Preston Stanley Room Boardroom 42 U-shape 27 Cocktail 80 Theatre 80
Banquet 60 Cabaret 42
Jubilee Room Boardroom 18 U-shape 18 Cocktail 90 Theatre 80
Banquet 50 Cabaret 40
Members’ Dining RoomBoardroom 28 U-shape 24 Cocktail 100 Theatre 60Banquet 64 Cabaret 48
Banquet 80 Cabaret 60
Strangers’ Room Conference 160 Cabaret 128Cocktail 600 Seminar 252
Banquet 300 Cabaret 210 $400 $700
Fountain Court Cocktail 200 $400 $800
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This stylish boardroom overlooking Parliament’s atrium garden is ideal for small meetings and private luncheons.
Named after Sir William John McKell, Premier of NSW (1941-1947). A boilermaker turned politician, who was widely recognised for his achievements in social and industrial reform, particularly the establishment of the Housing Commission for soldiers returning from World War II.
Dimensions
Height: 3.6m Width: 5.2mLength: 6.9m Area: 35sqm
Inclusions:
Data projector & screenLectern & microphoneHand-held microphoneBuilt-in sound systemBuilt-in computer with HDMI & USB portsClassroom chairs and wooden board tableCatering served in the room
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This private dining room with garden views and an outdoor balcony is ideal for small meetings and luncheons. Historic black and white photographs line the walls, chronicling the transformation of Sydney from 1816.
Named after Sir George Houstoun Reid, one of the founding fathers of the Australian Federation and the only person to serve as Premier of NSW (1894-1899), Prime Minister of Australia (1904-5) and High Commissioner to London (1910-1916).
Dimensions
Height: 3.6m Width: 4.8mLength: 6.9m Area: 33sqm
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REID ROOM
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Overlooking the State Library of NSW, this medium size room is ideal for small conferences, meetings and workshops.
Named after Millicent Preston Stanley, Member of NSW Parliament (1925 – 1927), New South Wales’ first female Member of Parliament who advocated fiercely for child welfare reform and equal rights for women.
Dimensions
Height: 3.5m Width: 13.7mLength: 8m Area: 90sqm
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2 x Overhead data projectors & screens1 x Lectern & microphone1 x Hand-held microphone 1 x Built-in computerCatering served in the room.Optional table microphones $135 each.
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Inclusions:
1 x Overhead data projector & screen1 x Lectern & microphone1 x Hand-held microphone1 x Built-in computerFixed tiered seatingCatering is served in the Theatrette Foyer or Fountain Court.Optional table microphones $135 each.
This purpose built auditorium located below the Fountain Court of Parliament House is ideal for public talks, presentations, lectures and film screenings. The adjoining foyer can be used for registration and light catering, if numbers exceed 80 people for catering, the Fountain Court can be requested for use.
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THEATRETTE
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This heritage-listed library embodies the history and elegance of Australia’s first Parliament. With book-lined walls and a stained-glass ceiling this room provides the perfect backdrop for stand-up cocktail reception events, meetings and private dinners. If required, the adjoining Parkes Room can be booked for catering overflow.
Built in 1905 and modelled on a classic Edwardian reading room, this unique room was crafted in honour of Her Majesty Queen Victoria (1819 – 1901).
DimensionsHeight: 7.8m Width: 11mLength: 14.5m Area: 160sqm
Inclusions:1 x Overhead data projector & screen
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JUBILEE ROOM
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Inclusions:Fixed wooden board table with matching chairs.
Catering served in the room.
This heritage boardroom, located opposite the Jubilee Room forms part of the original building, built in 1816. The room features priceless art and historic artefacts from the Parliaments’ rare antiques collection.
The Parkes Room is ideal for small meetings, private luncheons or as breakout space for the Jubilee Room.
This room is named after Sir Henry Parkes (1815-1896), who is commonly referred to as the ‘Father of the Federation’ for his role in advocating for a Federal Council of the colonies of Australia. Arriving in New South Wales in 1839 as a 24-year old penniless migrant, he rose to become Premier of New South Wales for a record of five times.
DimensionsHeight 3.6m Width 7.4m Length 12m Area 88 sqm
Capacity 10 20
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PARKES ROOM
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Note: The display antique fireplace is fixed.
This unique dining room features an antique fireplace, garden views and a private outdoor courtyard. It is ideal for conferences, luncheons and stand-up cocktail dinner events.
This exclusive room is located within a restricted part of Parliament House and can only be booked on days when Parliament does not sit.
DimensionsHeight: 3.6m Width: 9.7mLength: 15.3m Area: 148sqm
Inclusions:Lectern & microphone
Built-in sound system
Catering is served in the room
Audio Visual:Drop-down data projector, screen and laptop: $850.00
Ratio: 16:10. H: 2.1m x W: 3.4m. Resolution 1920 x 1200
A/V Technician: $125 / hr (Minimum 4 hours)
Technician Support Desk: $350.00
Boundary Microphones: $135 .00 each
Stage blocks: $100.00
L: 2.4m x W: 1.2m x H:40cm with black Velcro skirting
Video Conferencing $3,900
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If pre-canapés and drinks are required, this is served in the room.
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Image: Members’ Dining Room facing the Domain, option to use small round tables (pictured above), or normal large round tables (1.8m diameter).
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This unique event space is ideal for pre dinner reception canapés & drinks. The open space features marbled floors and ever-changing art exhibitions. The fountain represents the heart of Parliament and links the old and the new precincts together. It is here that the 19th century heritage foyers for the Legislative Assembly and Legislative Council meet the modern structures added throughout the years to serve NSW Parliament.
DimensionsHeight 4m Width 32m Length 26m Area 600 sqm
Inclusions:High tables are used for stand-up cocktail events. White linen is used to cover the cocktail high tables.
The art exhibits rotate throughout the year. The hire of this space is on a request basis.
Capacity200
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Strangers’ Room
FOUNTAIN COURT
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This large versatile dining room featuring panoramic garden views is ideal for conferences, seminars, luncheons, award dinners and stand-up cocktail reception events.
The Fountain Court area leading into the Strangers’ Foyer can be booked in-conjunction with the room for pre-dinner reception drinks.
The Strangers’ Room is a meeting place where members of Parliament greet visiting dignitaries including consuls-generals, ambassadors and even members of the Royal family. Historically, these guests were referred to as ’strangers’, thus creating the saying ‘where strangers become friends’.
Dimensions
Height: 3.6m | Width 9.6mLength: 43m | Area: 422 sqm
Inclusions:
Lectern & microphone
Two hand-held microphones
Built-in sound system
Stage H3.6m x W1.8m x H40cm
Round tables (1.8m) with conference chairs, up to 10 per a table.
Audio Visual:
Drop-down data projector, screen and laptop: $850.00
Ratio: 16:10. H: 2.1m x W: 3.4m. Resolution 1920 x 1200
A/V Technician: $125 / hr (Minimum 4 hours)
Technician Support Desk: $350.00
Table Microphones: $135 .00 each
Video Conferencing from $3,900
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For a conference, catering is served in the room.
For pre-dinner canapés & drinks, the Fountain Court could be requested.
STRANGERS’ ROOM
Image: Strangers’ Room, facing domain with the blinds up, banquet setup round tables of 8.
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Strangers’ Room Floor PlansNot to scale, guide use only
Seminar SetupAlso known as theatre. Capacity 252 (6 rows of 42 chairs).
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A/V Packages Inclusions Cost per a function
Live Streaming/ Video Conferencing
1 x Panasonic projector and screen 2 x Operators and technician deskInternet and Recording IP-PTZ Cameras 20x Optical Zoom
1 x Smart Lectern2 x Lapel MicrophoneOutbound StreamingAWS Media Live
Full Day (7–8 hours) $3,900
1/2 Day or Dinner (4–5 hours) $2,900
Individual Items Description Available items
Cost per a Unit
Additional Handheld Microphone
SHR-ULXD2 Shure digital handheld wireless transmitter with a KSM8 capsule, delivers uncompromising audio quality and RF performance, AES 256-bit encryption for secure transmission.
4 $100
Laptop Microsoft Surfaces Pro with Windows 365, BYO clicker 3 $100
Additional Stage blocks L: 2.4m x W: 1.8m x H:40cm with black velcro skirting 3 $100 per a block
A/V Technican Onsite A/V specialist support technican $125/hr (Min. 4 hrs)
Table MicrophoneSHR-ULX8L51 Shure wireless gooseneck transmitter. Delivers uncompromising audio quality and RF performance, and AES-256 encryption for secure transmission.
2 $135
Lapel Microphone SHR-ULXD1L51/WL185 Shure lapel microphone with bodypack transmitter. Up to 12 hours of use and 100m operating range. 3 $135
Smart Lectern 2x fixed gooseneck microphone, 1x HDMI cable, 1x 3.5m audio jackCustomised signage $100, Compressed HD file 1080 x 1920, JPEG, PNG 3 $350
Mobile fold-back screen Samsung QB43R fold-back TD Display Screen 43”. For presenters to monitor the screens. 1 $300
Technician DeskSetup of operators desk includes 3x HDMI inputs, 2x HDMI outputs, 1x USB input, 4x XLR inputs, 2x XLR outputs, 1x 6.5mm output, 1x surface controller, table and two chairs
1 $350
Mobile screen Samsung QB75R Commercial TV Display Screen 75" $400
Drop-down data projector & screen
PT-RZ870BU 8800-Lumen WUXGA Laser DLP Panasonic Projector. ST-0616069-B Electricinema Motorised Frontal Screen, IP Control, Laptop included, BYO clicker. H: 2.1m x W: 3.4m. Resolution 1920 x 1200, 16:10
6 $850
STRANGERS’ ROOM AUDIO VISUAL
Image: Strangers’ Room facing Domain with the blinds down.
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Also available onlineOpen Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 4 pm
Online: https://parliamentarycatering.com.au/shop/
The Gift Shop stocks an incredible range of items sourced from local farmers, designers and artists. Items include a selection of soy candles, raw honey, artisan chocolates, organic skincare products, handcrafted
ceramics, stationery items, rural postcards, parliamentary books and locally designed indigenous products.
The Gift Shop proudly supports regional and rural New South Wales.
Featured Items
Parliament Gift Box: $129.001 x NSW Parliament labelled wine, 750ml, Hunter Valley
1 x Organic Candle, 200g, Canowindra
1 x Organic Honey 300g, Mudgee
1 x Organic Hand Wash Soap 500g, Wetherill Park
1 x Organic Chocolate Bar 85g, Emu Heights
1 x Extra Virgin Olive Oil 250ml, Blue Mountains
1 x Indigenous Greeting Card 14.8cm x 10.50cm, Redern
1 x Jam in-house made jam 300g
Conference Stationary
Various stationary items including parker pens, journals and compendiums.
Parliamentary Labelled Twin Pack Wines: $82.801 x Angullong Shiraz Viognier 2016, Orange
1 x Tyrrells Semillon 2017, Hunter Valley
1 x Carry box
Alcohol sales are not available for delivery and must be collected in person.
GIFT SHOP
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Team Building Activities
Team building activities are a powerful way to unite, develop and reward.
The iconic location at Parliament House helps to improve, enhance and develop creative skills through unique and personalised training experiences.
A range of activities can be held on-site, at the nearby gardens or within one of the historic museums. These activities may include yoga in the park, garden walks, history
tours, outdoor games, interactive activities or a visit to one of local museums.
ACTIVITIES
Explore the historic Macquarie Street precinct
▫ The State Library of New South Wales▫ Hyde Park▫ Hyde Park Barracks Museum▫ The Mint Museum▫ The Reserve Bank of Australia Museum
Explore The Royal Botanical Gardens of Sydney
▫ Aboriginal Heritage Tours▫ The Botanical Museum▫ Mrs Macquarie’s Chair▫ Government House▫ The Art Gallery of New South Wales
Image: The Domain, facing NSW Parliament House and Sydney Eye Hospital.
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CONTACTNSW Parliament6 Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW 2000 Australia
Events TeamEmail: sales.catering@parliament.nsw.gov.auPhone: +61 (02) 9230 2924
FOOD & BEVERAGE All prices listed are in $AUD and include GST. Package prices are per person, minimum numbers and spend may apply. The menus are subject to seasonal change and no outside food is permitted.If menu items are not selected 10 days prior to the event date, Parliamentary Catering reserves the right to select items on your behalf.Our menu may contain allergens as all food is prepared in a kitchen that handles nuts, shellfish and gluten.
WEEKEND HIRE15% surcharge on total spend for Saturday.20% surcharge on total spend for Sunday.
PARKINGThere is no parking at NSW Parliament, however limited accessibility parking is available on request.Nearby parking:Wilson Parking: 131 Macquarie Street, Sydney Metro Parking: 8 Hospital Road, Sydney Domain Parking: Entry via St Mary’s Road, Sydney
USE OF CAMERAS & VIDEO RECORDING EQUIPMENTThe use of cameras and videos are only permitted within the function room hired.
ADVERTISING & ENDORSEMENTThe name or branding of the Parliament (including the parliamentary crest) cannot be used to publicly advertise an event. Strictly, no signage can be placed on the Macquarie street fence, or within the public areas of Parliament. Pull-up banners are only permitted inside the hired function room or at the entrance of the function room.
BELLS AND YELLOW LIGHTSOn sitting days, chamber bells will ring summoning members to their respective Chambers.These bells will ring in the function room and cannot be turned off.
ENTERTAINMENTEntertainment contractors must be pre-approved. The Event Supervisor will manage the sound levels on the day.
RESPONSIBLE PERSONSAll functions must nominate a ‘responsible person’ who will need to be in attendance during the entire function.
DRESS CODEGuests attending events at NSW Parliament should observe an appropriate dress standard. Guests wearing t-shirts, thongs, singlets or provocative or offensive attire may be refused entry to a function. Consistent with the Parliament’s Demonstrations Policy, clothing with demonstration related insignia or branding used during a demonstration is not permitted in the Parliamentary precincts.
SECURITYAll guests must go through security screening and inspection of personal possessions upon entrance. Items such as scissors, nail files, pocket knives or sharp items should not be brought into NSW Parliament. Visitors must comply with reasonable directions given by NSW Police Force Special Constables or an Authorised Officer. Deliveries must pre-book. Loading dock times are from 7:00am – 1:00pm Monday to Friday.All organisers must provide a guest list of all attendees on the day.
TRADING HOURSPublic Café and Gift Shop, Mon to Fri 9:30am to 4:00pmParliament Post Office, Mon to Fri 9:00am to 5:00pmStrangers’ Restaurant, Mon to Fri 12:00pm to 3:00pmSales Office, Mon to Fri 9:00am to 5:00pm
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Image: Petit Fours - Guava marshmallow, macaroon, friand and chocolate truffles.
New South Wales Parliament, 6 Macquarie Street Sydney NSW, 2000 Australia
www.parliamentarycatering.com.au
Parliamentary Catering wish to acknowledge the Traditional Owners
the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respects to
Elders past, present and emerging.
The Waratah Flower (pictured above), is the official floral
emblem of New South Wales. Waratah is an Aboriginal word meaning ‘red-flowering tree’.