Space Bookings
There are sixÌýspaces available in Hub Central to be bookedÌýfor events or activities that directly relate to students.
Main Hall
A designated space is available on the main floor area on Level 4. This is a high foot traffic area and suitable for events where a strong visible presence in the hub is beneficial, e.g. exhibitions.
Mezzanine
The Mezzanine is a space designed for functions, however it is also shared with students. It is not available for exclusive hire before 5 pm, and only available for exclusive hire after 5 pm for events of more than 100 people. Alcohol may be consumed in this space. A data projector, screen, microphone and speaker system, and lectern may beÌýavailable for use.
Western Courtyard
The Western Courtyard is located off the main hall on the western side. It is a high foot traffic outdoor space, noting you may be exposed to weather conditions.
Elder Courtyard
Elder Courtyard is located between Hub Central and Elder Hall. It is an outdoor space which may be exposed to weather conditions. AÌýbollard perimeter is requiredÌýin order to serve alcohol in the Elder Courtyard.Ìý
Eastern Courtyard
The Eastern Courtyard is locatedÌýadjacent to the student kitchen and has BBQ facilities available. It is an outdoor space which may be exposed to weather conditions.ÌýAlcohol may be consumed in this space.
Co-op
The co-op space is available for booking from 4:30 to 7 pm, Monday to Friday. Full day or longer bookings may be arranged by negotiation for appropriate events. Please note this space cannot be booked for exclusive use.
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Guide to booking rooms and outdoor spaces on campus
Students must book spaces through the relevant booking system and cannot occupy space without approval. Spaces which are not identified as available to be booked (e.g. Campus driveways, walkways and other public egress points) are unavailable for any activity without approval.
More information, and a breakdown of who to contact for the various areas available on campus, can be found on the infrastructure websiteÌýhere.
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General information
Spaces in Hub Central can be booked by University faculties, schools and departments; YouX and YouX affiliated Clubs and Associations;Ìýthe University Sports Association and AU Sports Clubs.
Approval for evening, weekend, and public holiday bookings is at the discretion of the Hub Space Events Team.
Requests must be made by a current University of ÑÇÖÞ²ÊƱ¹ÙÍø student or staff member.
Hub space isÌýnot available to external parties unless there is a clear and immediate benefit to students on campus. Non-student related bookings will only be considered during the mid-year and end-of-year holidays.
The provision of food and beverage is generally not permitted, however club fundraising and bake sales are encouraged.
Displaying posters and leaflets is not allowed in Hub Central (consider the use of freeÌýdigital signageÌýto promote your event) and electioneering of any type is not permitted - although is acceptable on campus in areas such as the Barr Smith Lawns.
The Western, Eastern and Elder courtyards are external areas and do not provide shelter from weather conditions. If the weather isn't favourable on the day of your booking, we are unable to guarantee that we could move your event indoors.
Space booking requests can take up to 7 business days to process during peak periods and areÌýprocessed in the order that we receive them. Please ensure that all requests are submitted in advance, to avoid any inconvenience.
Please contact us if you have any questions.
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Displays and exhibitions
Displays and exhibitions of an educational or cultural nature can generally be left in place for a period from oneÌýday up to threeÌýweeks. Each display orÌýexhibition should have a clearly defined theme and be prepared and displayed to professional standards.
The name of the department or organisation presenting the display or exhibition should be evident as part of the display and in associated publicity