DCC - West and East Hall with Garden
Hosted by Downer Community Association
SpacetoCo Host since May 2024 · 1k bookingsThe Downer Community Association was formed in 1985 (incorporated in 1987) to represent the interests of Downer residents on issues which affect our suburb and surrounding areas. These include local facilities, planning and traffic, development applications, changes to parks and streets, and issues which affect local communities, such as Downer Preschool and the proposed Goodwin independent living development.
Areas in this space (9)
This space contains 9 different areas that can be booked independently.
About this space
Simultaneous hire of the adjoining East and West Halls provides the best of both worlds - the practical flooring of the East Hall with the soft and comfortable West Hall. These two large spaces are connected with a door and both open onto the secluded garden space, which can be added to your booking.
Whether you have a presentation in the West Hall followed by a meal served in the East Hall and socialising in the garden, or you are simply seeking a multi-use space for large gatherings, this hall/garden combo allows for freedom of activity.
The East Hall seats 50 people comfortably. West Hall seats up to 55, but please note that no food or drink is allowed in this hall.
Experience the versatility of the East and West Halls with the adjoining outdoor space for your next event: the possibilities are endless!
Features:
Capacity and Layout: The West Hall features a large open space which is carpeted and quiet, making it suitable for various types of gatherings. The East Hall has a hard, lino-like floor which is perfect for meals and arts & crafts. A craft wash-up sink is located adjacent to the East Hall.
Furniture: Both halls offer open floor spaces and tables and chairs which can be arranged to suit your needs. Trestle tables are available for setting up in the outdoor space.
Kitchen hire is included in your booking - the Centre has a kitchenette with a stove, microwave, fridge, urns, cups, cutlery, etc. Dishwashing liquid and cleaning cloths provided, but hirers are required to bring their own tea-towels. Please note that the kitchen is available to all hirers in the building and is not for exclusive use.
Garden: Both the East and West Halls open onto a fully fenced outdoor garden space with a sandpit, artificial turf and a large shade cloth.
Toilet Facilities: Male and female toilets are located within the building for the comfort and convenience of your guests.
Accessibility Note: The Centre does not have facilities for disabled toilets. Additionally, the public toilets near the oval have been decommissioned.
WIFI and a large whiteboard are available for your use. A data projector can be added to your booking.
Emergency Equipment: For safety, an AED (defibrillator) and a First Aid box can be accessed on the left-hand side wall of the kitchen.
Perfect For:
Meetings and Workshops: Conduct productive meetings or educational workshops in a focused environment.
Presentations and break-out spaces: The variety of spaces are ideal for performances, audiences and pleasant spaces together, both indoor and out.
Fitness and Group Gatherings: The open spaces of both halls are ideal for floor-based activities such as yoga, martial arts and dance groups.
Small Events and Picnics: Host spacious gatherings, seminars or training sessions with ease and comfort.
Hobbies and Art: The numerous tables can be set up for large and small groups and the easy-clean hard flooring of the East Hall is perfect for art, crafts, floristry, planting and more.
The West Hall is carpeted and seats up to 55. No food or drink is allowed in this hall.
The East Hall has lino flooring and seats up to 50. Food and drink is permitted in this hall.
Booking schedule
Extra items and charges
This space has extra items and charges that can be added to your booking. Some may be required depending on your booking time and type, which will be shown at the checkout.
Amenities
Suitable for
Location
unit 4/6 Frencham Place, Downer ACT, Australia
Opening times
Monday
6:00am - 10:30pm
Tuesday
6:00am - 10:30pm
Wednesday
6:00am - 10:30pm
Thursday
6:00am - 10:30pm
Friday
6:00am - 10:30pm
Saturday
6:00am - 10:30pm
Sunday
6:00am - 10:30pm
Rules
No food or drink is allowed in the West (carpeted) Hall.
Relock opened windows. If you have use of a Centre key, check that all opened doors -- including toilets -- are locked before you leave.
Notify the Centre Coordinator ASAP if you note any damage to DCC facilities.
Smoking is NOT permitted within the Centre. Please do not use unguarded flames – candles, flambeaus, torches, etc – on premises.
Decorations - Do NOT use sticky tape. ‘Blue Tack’ type products acceptable but must be removed with decorations without damage to paint, equipment, etc.
Clean and return chairs and tables to their places, leave curtains/blinds as found.
Wipe down furniture or counters, so there are no remains of food or beverages.
Floors left ‘broom clean’. Spills and stains to be sponged up
Any DCA cutlery, dishes etc, used are to be washed clean, dried and replaced.
Remove all rubbish and food scraps at the end of your booking.
Be a responsible host and neighbour: respect parking signs, noise laws, etc.
Accidents happen. Please contact the DCA Representative if a problem arises so that we can resolve it together
Ensuring security is maintained for the Downer Community Centre and key. The individual who signs for this key is responsible for ensuring that room/s used is secured after use, and for the safety of Centre key/s. Centre keys must not be passed on to any individual who has not signed this Agreement without permission of the DCA.
Notification to the DCA if Regular Client/s wish to access the Centre at any time other than the hours for which the Client is billed (which are listed on the Hire Agreement Form). NB: The DCA cannot guarantee that these wishes can be honoured, or billed at Regular User rate
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Additional details
Parking is limited as this is a shared parking facility.
If parking is unavailable there is a small carpark near the Scouts Hall and playground off on Melba Street.
This will however require you to walk across the oval to access the Downer Community CentreBuses go through Downer but do not stop directly outside the centre. The number 50 bus goes along Bradfield Street which is one block away from the centre.