Darwin s premier venue for your next school event

Darwin s premier venue for your next school event Class of 2015

2015 GRADUATION AND AWARDS PACKAGES Class of 2015 Celebrate this much anticipated occasion in style at the Darwin Convention Centre. Our beautiful venue is the centrepiece of the Waterfront Precinct, overlooking Darwin Harbour. With its spectacular views, flexible rooms, delicious food and excellent service, it is the ideal venue to host your school s graduation ceremony, formal or special event. A special night to remember forever Arrive by limousine and feel like a star walking up the red carpet. A mocktail can be served as you catch up with family and friends. Enjoy sunset views over Darwin Harbour from the Exhibition Concourse or the foyer of the Waterfront Rooms. The night continues with excellent food and service and all the fun of a special night out. Customised service Whether you are hosting a cocktail reception or seated dinner for 60 to 500+ guests, the Darwin Convention Centre can tailor your school graduation or formal to be a special night for students to remember. Our dedicated team of event specialists will work with you to ensure that all details are considered and the end of year celebration is fun and memorable for all. All-inclusive packages and facilities To make planning easy, we are able to offer a choice of four delicious food and beverage packages from three course seated dinners to stand-up cocktail receptions. All our rooms include a dance floor, audio system, lectern and microphone. Additional cost-effective production packages are available to those with more sophisticated requirements. Onsite basement car parking, limousine drop-off and taxi services are also available. We can also assist with theming, DJ, bands and photographers. Site visits and more information We invite you to our unique venue by appointment. Please contact Andrea Wicking on 8923 9000 or via sales@darwinconvention.com.au to arrange a time or to find out more.

2015 GRADUATION AND AWARDS PACKAGES The Auditorium ROOM AUDITORIUM 1 OR 2 AUDITORIUM 1 AND 2 COMBINED MAXIMUM CAPACITY 650 guests 1,500 guests ROOM HIRE INCLUSIONS Room set up Staging with lectern and microphone Dressed tables for awards and certificates Ambient room lighting 10 basement car park passes for teaching staff. Additional car park passes available at $5 per pass Two roving Security Guards Limo drop-off including red carpet with bollards for entry (availability dependent on weather and other activities in the Centre) Registration Desk (availability dependent on other activities in the Centre) PRICE $4,485 per day $8,965 per day PRODUCTION PACKAGE INCLUSIONS Lectern with microphone Standard stage lighting PA audio system Dual screen projection Audio, lighting and vision operators for the event Pre-event rehearsals PRICE $3,965 per day $5,085 per day WH&S REQUIREMENTS OPTIONAL EXTRAS Head Usher from the DCC - $52 per hour, minimum of three hours Volunteer Ushers from the school are encouraged and must be fully briefed on the Centre s Emergency Procedures prior to the event The Centre can also assist with arrangements for the following: Theming and decorations Entertainment Photographer A photo booth Additional security requirements The Centre s Café on the Ground Floor can be available to open for guests convenience. Timing to be negotiated

2015 SCHOOL FORMAL PACKAGES Meeting Rooms, Waterfront Rooms, Exhibition Hall 1 ROOM MEETING ROOMS WATERFRONT ROOMS 1, 2 & 3 EXHIBITION HALL 1 MINIMUM NO. OF GUESTS 60 100 300 MAXIMUM NO. OF GUESTS 100 300 600 PACKAGE INCLUSIONS Dedicated Event Planner Room hire and set up Staging with microphone and lectern; dressed tables for awards and certificates Dance floor Ambient room lighting Oval banquet tables with black or white linen tablecloths (napkins are white linen) Centrepiece for each table (select one of four types) Exhibition Hall 1 includes complimentary ceiling draping and chandelier Two printed menus per table Professional seating plan Complimentary brewed coffee / selection of teas for supervisory staff One security guard for five hours, placed at entrance to room Professional wait staff 10 basement car park passes for teaching staff. Additional car park passes available at $5 per pass Limousine drop-off including red carpet with bollards for entry (availability dependent on weather and other activities in the Centre) Registration Desk, if required PRODUCTION INCLUSIONS As above Lectern with microphone Standard stage, dance floor and room lighting PA audio system for DJ to connect to and for announcements Dual screen projection Production Technician for the event Lectern with microphone Standard stage, dance floor and room lighting PA audio system for DJ to connect to and for announcements Dual screen projection Production Technician for the event PRICE From $3,090 From $3,860

2015 SCHOOL FORMAL PACKAGES Meeting Rooms, Waterfront Rooms, Exhibition Hall 1 ROOM MEETING ROOMS WATERFRONT ROOMS 1, 2 & 3 EXHIBITION HALL 1 PRODUCTION EXTRAS FOR BAND Not applicable PA audio system for a band (up to five piece) and for announcements PA audio system for a band (up to five piece) and for announcements Pre-event rehearsals/ sound check Pre-event rehearsals/ sound check PRICE WITH BAND Not applicable $3,860 $4,825 OPTIONAL EXTRAS The Centre can also assist with arrangements for the following: Theming and decorations including chair covers, lolly buffets, Class of 2015 signage, photo wall Entertainment e.g. live band, DJ, jukebox Photographer A photo booth Additional security requirements

FOOD AND BEVERAGE PACKAGES Package One: Three course seated dinner $88 per person Ciabatta bread rolls and soft butter for the table Entrée Please select two options (alternate service) Roasted pumpkin and goat s cheese tart with red pepper dressing and soft herbs (v) Tasmanian smoked salmon stack of crisp wonton, cucumber, fine red onion, capers and lemon aioli Moroccan spiced lamb rump on rocket, chickpea and preserved lemon salad with sumac dressing Sliced teriyaki chicken breast with crisp asparagus salad and mild wasabi mayonnaise Arafura Sea prawns seasoned with toasted dukka on avocado lime and coriander salsa with tomato dressing Nori roll selection with fine shredded vegetables with pink ginger and soy Main Please select two items (alternate service) Northern Territory Barramundi fillet on sundried tomato risotto with green beans in butter sauce Roasted scotch fillet on creamed scallop potatoes with green beans and reduced beef jus Chicken breast oregano, feta crusted with lemon potatoes with green beans and smooth tomato sauce Eye fillet of beef with roasted pumpkin mash, buttered zucchini and reduced gravy Seared Atlantic Salmon, sumac rubbed with mixed vegetable, almond and preserved lemon cous cous Breast of chicken roasted with layered potato cake, baked vegetables and mushroom sauce Dessert Please select two items (alternate service) White chocolate mousse tart with toffee praline and cream Warm apple and pear crumble served with vanilla ice cream Baked banana cheesecake caramel sauce and cream Lemon curd tart served with cream and berry compote Dark chocolate mousse with spiced orange syrup and crisp wafer Vanilla panna cotta served topped with mixed berries Includes a selection of Coca Cola soft drinks, juices and iced water

FOOD AND BEVERAGE PACKAGES Package Two: Canapés and two course seated dinner $78 per person Canapés on Arrival Sundried tomato and parmesan arancini (v) Baked chorizo in pastry, caramelised onion Vegetarian spring rolls and samosas with chilli jam dipping sauce (v) Parmesan and paprika cheese straws (v) Ciabatta bread rolls and soft butter for the table Main Please select two items (alternate service) Northern Territory Barramundi fillet on sundried tomato risotto with green beans in butter sauce Roasted scotch fillet on creamed scallop potatoes with green beans and reduced beef jus Chicken breast oregano, feta crusted with lemon potatoes with green beans and smooth tomato sauce Eye fillet of beef with roasted pumpkin mash, buttered zucchini and reduced gravy Seared Atlantic Salmon, sumac rubbed with mixed vegetable, almond and preserved lemon cous cous Breast of chicken roasted with layered potato cake, baked vegetables and mushroom sauce Dessert Please select two items (alternate service) White chocolate mousse tart with toffee praline and cream Warm apple and pear crumble served with vanilla ice cream Baked banana cheesecake caramel sauce and cream Lemon curd tart served with cream and berry compote Dark chocolate mousse with spiced orange syrup and crisp wafer Vanilla panna cotta served topped with mixed berries Includes a selection of Coca Cola soft drinks, juices and iced water

FOOD AND BEVERAGE PACKAGES Package Three: Two course dinner for Year 6 Graduations $55 per person Two hour function with a minimum of 60 guests Set menu with alternate service Ciabatta bread rolls and soft butter for the table Main Chicken Kiev on creamed scallop potatoes with green beans and gravy Baby eye fillet of beef with roasted pumpkin mash, buttered zucchini and reduced gravy Dessert Lemon curd tart served with cream and berry compote Dark chocolate mousse with spiced orange syrup and crisp wafer Includes a selection of Coca Cola soft drinks, juices and iced water

FOOD AND BEVERAGE PACKAGES Package Four: Cocktail Reception $38 per person Cold Canapés Please select three items Teriyaki chicken with radish and wasabi mayo Peking duck breast with hoisin sauce, pancake Sweet melon wrapped in prosciutto Rare beef crostini with sundried tomato pesto Smoked salmon and dill cream crostini Nori rolls with salmon wasabi, cucumber and ginger Steamed ginger scallop shot glass skewers Parmesan and paprika cheese straws (v) Hot Canapés Please select three items Baked chorizo in puff pastry with caramelised onion Satay beef and chicken with peanut dipping sauce Five spice pork and pineapple skewers Moroccan lamb skewers with lemon yoghurt Tiger prawn won ton with chilli jam dipping sauce Goujons of Barramundi with lime aioli Vegetable samosa and spring rolls with sweet chilli jam Sundried tomato and parmesan arancini Upgrades Mocktails on arrival $5 per person Chair covers (white; black; royal blue; red) with satin or organza sashes in any colour or lycra bands (white; black; silver; gold; red; royal blue; turquoise; lime green; purple; yellow) $4 per person

CLASS OF 2015 ORDER FORM CONTACT DETAILS School Name: School Address: ABN: Telephone: General Email: Contact Person: Position: Direct Line: Mobile: Email: EVENT DETAILS Proposed Package: (Tick Box) Graduation and Awards School Formal Event Name: Number of guests: Preferred Room: (Tick Box) Auditorium 1 or 2 Auditorium 1 and 2 combined Meeting Rooms Waterfront Rooms 1, 2 & 3 Exhibition Hall 1 Proposed Date: Preference 1: Preference 2: Proposed Food and Beverage Package: (Tick Box) Package One Three course seated dinner - $88 per person Package Two Canapes followed by two course seated dinner - $78 per person Package Three Two course dinner for year 6 graduation - $55 per person Package Four Cocktail Reception - $38 per person For more information, please contact Andrea Wicking on T: 8923 9000, E: sales@darwinconvention.com.au. PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM VIA EMAIL TO SALES@DARWINCONVENTION.COM.AU