Kensington Park Community Centre
1 Day Lane, Kensington NSW 2033
1 Day Lane, Kensington NSW 2033
- Toilets
- Disabled access
- WiFi
- Kitchen
- Heating
- Fans
- Smoking is prohibited in this area
Kensington Park Community Centre is located adjacent to the Kensington Park Oval. The venue features two large halls and offer space for dance or yoga classes, forums, meetings, birthday parties and workshops. With modern kitchen facilities and toilets, restricted off street parking, undercover awning areas and tables and chairs. The facility represents a high quality venue suitable for all types of events. Situated adjacent to the centre is a children’s playground, half basketball court and outdoor gym exercise equipment.
Kensington Park Community Centre is located adjacent to the Kensington Park Oval. The venue features two large halls and offer space for dance or yoga classes, forums, meetings, birthday parties and workshops. With modern kitchen facilities and toilets, restricted off street parking, undercover awning areas and tables and chairs. The facility represents a high quality venue suitable for all types of events. Situated adjacent to the centre is a children’s playground, half basketball court and outdoor gym exercise equipment.
Whilst the current Public Health Order and NSW Health rules for NSW no longer imposes density limits for Council’s community halls, we do ask hirers to be mindful of the requirement to maintain safe physical distance and therefore manage the numbers included in their activity accordingly.
Hours of Operation
- Monday to Friday from 8am to 9pm.
- Saturday & Sunday from 8am to 9pm.
Capacity
Hall 1
The current capacity for this hall is 134 people.
Hall 2
The current capacity for this hall is 100 people.
Equipment & Facilities available
Hall 1
- industrial kitchen (ideal if using a caterer) with fridge, freezer, oven (incl cooktop), microwave, ZIP (hot water), 14 trestle tables, 62 chairs, fans, heaters & toilets.
- disabled access with wheelchair accessible toilets.
- outdoor paved terrace with awning.
- is ideal for dance groups, yoga classes, art classes, music classes, forums and functions.
- a minimum hire period of 3 hours applies to all casual hire.
- Kensington Community Centre - Hall 1 Floorplan PDF, 82.49 KB
Hall 2
- kitchen with fridge, freezer, oven, microwave, ZIP (hot water), 11 trestle tables, 46 chairs, fans, heaters, & toilets.
- no caterers are allowed in Hall 2.
- disabled access with wheelchair accessible toilets.
- outdoor paved terrace with awning.
- is ideal for playgroups, dance groups, children's birthday parties, yoga classes, art classes, music classes.
- a minimum hire period of 3 hours applies to all casual hire.
- Kensington Community Centre - Hall 2 Floorplan PDF, 82.94 KB
Fees & Charges
*A minimum hire period of 3 hours applies to all casual hire
| Monday to Friday 8am to 9pm (all prices are GST inclusive) | Total ($) per hour |
|---|---|
| Private/Commercial Users | |
| Hall 1 | 76.00 |
| Hall 2 | 66.00 |
| Non-Commercial Users | |
| Hall 1 | 38.00 |
| Hall 2 | 33.00 |
| Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays 8am to 9pm (all prices are GST inclusive) | Total ($) per hour |
|---|---|
| Private/Commercial Users | |
| Hall 1 | 87.00 |
| Hall 2 | 76.00 |
| Non-Commercial Users | |
| Hall 1 | 43.50 |
| Hall 2 | 38.00 |
| Amendment Fee from 1 July 2018 | Total ($) |
|---|---|
| 1-5 booking amendments within one request body | 25.00 |
| 6-11 booking amendments within one request | 45.00 |
| 11+ booking amendments within one request | 65.00 |
| Cancellation Fee from 1 July 2018 | Total ($) |
|---|---|
| If cancelled within seven (7) days of the reservation | 50.00 |
| Bond from 1 July 2018 | Total ($) |
|---|---|
| A bond is required for all bookings | 400.00 |
Rubbish Removal Charge | Total ($) |
|---|---|
One off rubbish/waste fee if waste is not removed from the site within 3 hours of hire | 150.00 |
Cleaning Charge or Security/Staff call out | Total ($) |
|---|---|
Cleaning costs or call out cost | Full cost recovery |
Hiring Rates
Council has two hiring rates:
- the Private/Commercial rate is used when it is for a private function or when a group or organisation charges an entry fee or participation charge. Also relates to any booking that competes with local business.
- the Non-Commercial rate is for non-commercial groups. Parties claiming non-commercial rate must provide, prior to hire, a Notice of Endorsement for Charity Tax Concessions from the Australian Taxation Office or a copy of the entity’s constitution including a not for profit clause.
- A $400 bond is required for all bookings.
How to apply
- The first thing you need to do is contact Council's Call Centre on 1300 722 542 to enquire if the hall is available on the date you prefer.
- Once a booking date has been agreed verbally, a tentative booking is held for 7 days. You are then required to complete the Application form.
- If your application is successful a confirmation email will then be sent to you confirming the booking. Payment via Bpoint will be required by the due date on the letter. Non receipt of payment by the due date will result in cancellation of your booking.
Payment & Key collection
- Payment is required 7 days after your booking has been confirmed online via BPoint with the booking reference in your confirmation email or via cash, cheque, eftpos or credit card.
- Weekend hirers are required to come into Council's Customer Service Centre, 30 Frances Street Randwick on the Friday afternoon before your event between 2pm and 4pm to collect the access card or keys.
- Weekday hirers are required to come into Council's Customer Service Centre, 30 Frances Street Randwick on the morning of the booking between 9am and 11am or the day before between 2pm and 4pm to collect the access card or keys.
Frequently asked questions
Where do I collect the key?
At Council's Customer Service Centre located in the Administration Building, 30 Frances Street Randwick.
Where do I return the key?
Council has a 24 hour drop box at the entrance of the Administration Building where you can drop the keys in after your booking. Keys are to be returned by 12noon the following business day. Failure to do so will result in a $20 deduction from the refund of bond.
When will I receive the refund of my bond?
The refund of your bond is processed once the key has been returned and all conditions of hire have been met. Depending on your payment method your bond will be refunded onto your credit card, by cheque or direct deposit into your nominated bank account. This can take between 5-10 business days.
