Botanical Functions 2015 Summer Menu & Packages

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Botanical is one of Melbourne’s iconic

venues, located in the heart of South Yarra

opposite the Royal Botanic Gardens and

minutes from the CBD

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Botanical is an institution in Melbourne’s hospitality scene, delivering

consistently high standards of food, beverage and service. With a choice

of five key spaces for private events including; Private Dining Room,

Archer Room, Alfresco, Restaurant Dining Room and Main Bar &

Lounge, we offer a premium setting for any occasion.

Each of these spaces can cater for events of all kinds including private

cocktail functions, product or media launches, dinner and corporate

functions. With our close proximity to the Royal Botanic Gardens we are

an ideal venue for wedding receptions.

Our team of hospitality professionals are on hand to seamlessly manage

every detail of your event, no matter how big or small and look forward to

working with you, to ensure your event is a huge success.

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THE CHEF’S TABLE

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Set within the surrounds of the dining room, with etched glass and

conservatory style roof line, the Botanical Chef’s Table, crafted from a

fallen tree in the Botanic Gardens, can accommodate up to 20 guests.

Overlooking the Chef’s Table is our wine wall, which showcases rare

and premium wines from around the globe. Take your pick from a range

of set menus offering fresh local produce and our award winning wine list

to create a dining experience to remember.

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ARCHER ROOM

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The Archer Room has been named in honour of one of Australia’s great

racehorses, Archer, who won the first two Melbourne Cups and was once

stabled here in this building.

The Archer Room is a bright spacious area with a vertical garden,

fireplace, private bar and access to the courtyard area. It has dedicated

AV facilities and is an ideal venue for private dinners, cocktail parties

and conferences.

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ALFRESCO

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Overlooking Domain Road and the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Alfresco

is a bright and open space, perfect for groups of up to 16 guests.

The Alfresco is available for private dining on Monday, Tuesday,

Wednesday and Saturday nights.

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RESTAURANT DINING ROOM

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Looking out over Domain Road and across to the Botanic Gardens the

Restaurant Dining Room offers guests a truly memorable dining

experience.

The Restaurant Dining Room is the largest of our private dining spaces,

comfortably seating up to 80 guests.

This room offers its own dedicated AV facilities and private bar, making it

the perfect space to host a variety of events including; weddings,

birthday celebrations, product launch or your next corporate event.

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MAIN BAR & LOUNGE

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The impressive Main Bar fashioned with Pietra Grigio marble, fireplace

and heated courtyard, provides an elegant space for your next event and

the perfect place to celebrate in all seasons.

The Lounge can also be booked exclusively for informal cocktail style

events, accommodating up to 50 guests.

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DINING

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SET MENU

2 courses, $65 per person

3 courses, $85 per person

Set menus are served with choice of

one latte, long black or tea per person

plus sweet petit fours to finish.

PRE-DINING CANAPÉS

4 canapés, $15 per person

5 canapés, $20 per person

Select any cold or hot canapés

from the Canapé Menu (page 24).

(gf) gluten free

(v) vegetarian

*can be made gluten free

RACLETTE PACKAGE

French Raclette Cheese

Charcuterie Platters

Ham, Serrano, Chorizo, Wagyu Bresoala,

Venison Salami, Saucisson, Spanich Lombo,

Fuet sausage

Condiments

Potatoes, cornichon, pickled onions, pickled

cauliflower, shaved radish, sautéed onion

Salad

Butter lettuce, shallot & Champagne vinegar

dressing

Dessert

Yuzu cloud, coconut pearls, compressed

pineapple, guava sorbet

$85 per person

ENTREES: SELECT TWO

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Chilled pea soup, crème fraiche, crispy Serrano, farm fresh pea, melba toast, almond milk *

House smoked salmon, potato & dill salad, grilled asparagus, crème fraiche & toasted brioche croutons *

Heirloom tomatoes, goats’ curd, dried black olive, baby cos, micro basil, balsamic reduction (v)

Artichoke barigoule, pancetta, porcini mousse, shi itake soil, pickled mushroom

Kingfish Carpaccio, golden beetroot salad, brioche crumb, coconut powder, vanilla & lime dressing, black garlic cream *

Chef’s terrine & condiments

MAINS: SELECT THREE

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Gnocchi, sauce vierge, shaved fennel, dandelion & green olive salad, tomato dressing (v)

250g Sirloin, sweet potato puree, mache lettuce & radish salad, Montpellier butter (gf)

Balinese style pork belly, smoked corn puree, pickled cauliflower, Asian salad, spiced jus (gf)

Lamb rump, char grilled baby eggplant, green olive tapenade, goat ’s curd, rosemary lamb jus (gf)

Snapper fillet, heirloom cherry tomato & almond salsa, spinach puree, ajo blanco

SIDES TO SHARE (V)*: SELECT TWO

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French fries

Mixed leaf salad

Butter lettuce salad, shallot & Champagne vinaigrette

Triple cooked chips

Farro, roasted butternut pumpkin, pepitas & ricotta

Green beans, rainbow chard, lemon oil, persillade

DESSERTS: SELECT TWO

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Yuzu cloud, coconut pearl, mango, guava sorbet (gf)

Milk praline tart, white parfait, fleur de sel, red currant (gf)

Goat’s milk cheesecake, Szechuan macerated strawberry, liquorice & strawberry sorbet

Crème caramel with orange tuile (gf)

Cheese tasting plate*

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FUNCTION

BEVERAGES

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BAR TAB / CONSUMPTION

ACCOUNT

Your preferred selection of

beverages served for the duration of

the event.

Our staff can keep you informed of

your consumption account balance

as required during your event.

*All beverages are subject to availability from our supplier

*The Botanical does not permit BYO products of any description

SPARKLING

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NV Airlie Bank Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC 49

NV Punt Road Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC 59

NV Leclerc Briant Blanc de Noir Hautvillers, Cumières 118

WHITE WINE

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2012 Rocky Gully Riesling, Frankland River, WA 39

2011 Gunderloch ‘Fritz’ Riesling, Rheinhessen, GER 48

2012 SC Pannell ‘Bianco’ Pinot Gris Riesling blend, Adelaide Hills, SA 55

2013 Wairau River Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ 45

2012 Huia Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ 57

2011 Stickleback Verdelho Semillon blend, Langhorne Creek, SA 38

2011 Dom. Wachau ‘Terrassen’ Gruner Veltliner, Wachau, AUT 57

2012 Airlie Bank Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, VIC 42

2011 Frankland Estate ‘Isolation Ridge’ Chardonnay, Frankland River, WA 55

RED WINE

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2013 Airlie Bank Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC 42

2010 Delta Vineyard Pinot Noir, Marlborough, NZ 59

2012 Heartland Shiraz, Langhorne Creek, SA 45

2012 Balnaves ‘The Blend’ Cabernet Merlot, Coonawarra, SA 49

2009 Stickleback Cabernet Shiraz Dolcetto, Langhorne Creek, SA 38

2011 Punt Road Cabernet Sauvignon, Yarra Valley, VIC 55

2010 Pierre Amadieu Cotes-du-Rhone, Southern Rhone, FRA 58

2010 Heartland Dolcetto Lagrein, Langhorne Creek, SA 52

2012 Shadowfax Shiraz, Heathcote/Werribee, VIC 55

BEER: TAP

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Asahi Super Dry, JAPAN 9

Colonial Kolsch, WA 6.5

Mountain Goat Summer Ale, VIC 5.5

The Hills Apple Cider, SA 6

James Boag’s Premium Light (bottle) TAS 5.5

SOFT DRINKS 4

STILL & SPARKLING MINERAL WATER 8

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STANDARD

BEVERAGE PACKAGE

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2 hrs duration $35 per person





Please ask your event planner for our

premium selections and main wine list

Add still and sparkling mineral waters

for $8 extra per person

*All wines are subject to availability and require 7

working days notice before your event date

Includes 1 sparkling, 2 white and 2 red wines, 3 beers & soft drinks

SPARKLING WINE

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NV Airlie Bank Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC

WHITE WINE: SELECT TWO

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2012 Rocky Gully Riesling Frankland River, WA

2013 Wairau River Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ

2012 Airlie Bank Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, VIC

2011 Stickleback Verdelho Semillon blend, Langhorne Creek, SA

RED WINE: SELECT TWO

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2013 Airlie Bank Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC

2012 Heartland Shiraz Langhorne Creek, SA

2012 Balnaves ‘The Blend’ Cabernet Merlot, Coonawarra, SA

2009 Stickleback Cabernet Shiraz Dolcetto blend Langhorne Creek, SA

TAP BEERS

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Mountain Goat Summer Ale, VIC

Colonial Kolsch, WA

BEER: BOTTLED

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James Boag’s Premium Light, TAS

SOFT DRINKS

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PREMIUM

BEVERAGE PACKAGE

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Please ask your event planner for our

premium selections and main wine list

Add still and sparkling mineral waters

for $8 extra per person

*All wines are subject to availability and require 7

working days notice before your event date.

Includes 1 sparkling, 2 white and 2 red wines, 3 beers & soft drinks

SPARKLING WINE

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NV Punt Road Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir Yarra Valley, VIC

WHITE WINE: SELECT TWO

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2011 Gunderloch ‘Fritz’ Riesling, Rheinhessen, GER

2012 Huia Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ

2012 SC Pannell ‘Bianco’ Pinot Gris Riesling blend, Adelaide Hills, SA

2011 Dom. Wachau ‘Terrassen’ Gruner Veltliner, Wachau, Austria

2011 Frankland Estate ‘Isolation Ridge’ Chardonnay, Frankland River, WA

RED WINE: SELECT TWO

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2010 Delta Vineyard Pinot Noir, Marlborough, NZ

2012 Shadowfax Shiraz, Heathcote/Werribee, VIC

2010 Pierre Amadieu Cotes-du-Rhone, Southern Rhone, France

2010 Heartland Dolcetto Lagrein, Langhorne Creek, SA

2011 Punt Road Cabernet Sauvignon, Yarra Valley, VIC

TAP BEERS

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Mountain Goat Summer Ale, VIC

Colonial Kolsch, WA

BEER: BOTTLED

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James Boag’s Premium Light, TAS

SOFT DRINKS

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COCKTAIL FUNCTIONS

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Our stylish cocktail functions can be

tailor made to suit any occasion.

Impress your guests with our selection

of canapés, range of beverage

packages and exclusive wine list.

We’ll look after the details while you

enjoy the party.

Minimum order of 10 pieces

per person

(v) vegetarian

(gf ) gluten free

*can be made gluten free

COLD CANAPÉS

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Natural oyster, lemon (gf) 4

Oyster & bacon beignet 4

Cherry tomato, avocado salsa, ricotta (v)(gf) 3.5

Grilled asparagus, parmesan custard, salted hazelnut praline (v) 3.5

Beef tartare with Jerusalem artichoke crisp on black lavosh* 4

Pork & duck terrine on toasted sourdough, onion jam, cornichon* 3

House smoked salmon, potato, crème fraiche (gf) 4

Savoury beetroot macaron, goat cheese cream (gf) 3

Chilled pea soup shooter, almond oil, roasted almond (v)(gf) 2.5

Ocean trout tartare, crispy brioche crumb 3.5

HOT CANAPÉS

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Mini beef bourguignon pies 4

Bouillabaisse soup shooter, fish skewer (gf) 3.5

Pumpkin soup & roasted pumpkin seeds shooter, crème fraiche (v)(gf) 3

Quail egg Benedict (gf) 4

Rare roast beef, horseradish cream, potato chips 3.5

Crispy skin snapper, cherry tomato salsa, almond gazpacho (gf) 4.5

Poached kingfish with citrus, pickled baby carrot (gf) 4.5

Pork belly, crackling, apple puree (gf) 4

Jamon croquette, piquillo pepper jam 3

Leek & comte tartlet (v) 4

Crumbed fish with tartare sauce 5

French blue vein, caramelised onion, rolled in puff pastry (v) 2.5

Mushroom & cheese vol au vent (v) 3

Capsicum, spinach, ricotta & pinenut spanakopita (v) 3

DESSERT CANAPÉS

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Raspberry icy pop (v)(gf) 2.5

Yuzu cloud, coconut pearl, fresh mango (v)(gf) 3

Chocolate & almond praline tart (v) 3.5

Cheesecake, poached strawberry (v) 3.5

Mini lemon meringue tart (v) 3.5

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SET BREAKFAST

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Continental,

$25 per person

Continental plus Cooked,

$35 per person

A room hire charge of $150 applies

to breakfast bookings of less

than 10 guests.

Available for private functions

Monday to Friday, 7.15am - 11.00am

CONTINENTAL

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Large Shared bowls for the table:

Botanical bircher muesli Mango, pineapple & coconut salad

Shared baked goods:

Sourdough toast

Croissants

Fruit loaf

Breakfast pastries

Conserves

Choice of one tea or coffee*

Jugs of juice for the table

CONTINENTAL PLUS COOKED

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Large Shared bowls for the table:

Botanical bircher muesli

Mango, pineapple & coconut salad

Shared baked goods:

Sourdough toast

Croissants

Fruit loaf

Breakfast pastries

Conserves

Guests to choose one option:

Botanical poached eggs on toast:

bacon, slow roasted tomatoes, sautéed spinach

OR

Nordic Egg:

House smoked salmon, chilled 63° poached egg, confit potato, dill, crisp leek, chervil & nasturtium, horseradish cream

Choice of one tea or coffee*

Jugs of juice for the table

*Latte or long black

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DECORATION

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If you require additional decoration for your event, we are happy to

organise this for you through our preferred suppliers or alternatively we

can provide you with their contact details so you can to liaise with them

directly.

ROOM SIZES

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Archer: 51m2

Chef’s Table: 30m2

Main Bar: 57m2

Lounge: 36m2

Courtyard: 35m2

ENTERTAINMENT

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Bands, DJ’s and any other entertainment that you may wish to have at

your function, can be organised through our events team or if you have

your own preferred contact you may use them at the approval of

Botanical management.

PARKING AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT

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There is ample street parking available around the Botanic Gardens,

Domain Road, Birwood Avenue and Anderson Street. Please note that

parking restrictions do apply Monday through Sunday. If you wish to

take Public Transport you can take the number 8 tram and disembark at

stop number 24, corner of Park and Domain Road.

AV REQUIREMENTS

An additional charge of $200 for use of any Audio Visual needs is

applicable when hosting a private event at The Botanical. Foxtel is

also available.

Chef’s Table

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iPod input

Nightlife Music (house music)

55”LED Display mobile trolley (DVD, Foxtel, FTA TV, Laptop input,

USB flash drive input: Video (.avi Playback)

Wireless Mic

A. 4x Martin 4” Ceiling speakers

Archer Room

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iPod input



USB flash drive input: Video

(.avi Playback)

DJ Input (also takes a mixing desk for a small or 3 piece etc)

Wireless Mic

A. 2x Martin AQ8 two-way passive loudspeakers

Main Bar / Lounge

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iPod input


Integrated 50” Plasma screens (x2) to display DVD, Foxtel, FTA TV

(no laptop)

DJ Input (also takes a mixing desk for a small

or 3 piece etc)

Wireless Mic

A. 2x Martin Omniline, line array speakers

B. 2x twin 12” subwoofers

Restaurant Dinining Room

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iPod input



USB flash drive input: Video (.avi Playback)

Wireless Mic

Alfresco

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TERMS & CONDITIONS BOOKING FORM

TENTATIVE BOOKINGs & CONFIRMATION

Tentative bookings will be held for a period of five (5) days only. At which time the

booking will be released if a signed copy of the terms and conditions along with

deposit has not been received. Reservations will only be confirmed on receipt of

a signed copy of the terms and conditions and deposit.

DEPOSIT

The following deposit amount is required to confirm the booking, unless otherwise

specified by Botanical:

Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Chef’s Table $400 $200 $200

Archer Room $400 $500 $500

Alfresco $200

Lounge (Main Bar) $500 $500

Restaurant Dining Room POA POA POA

Main Bar POA POA POA

MINIMUM SPENDS

When stipulated, functions must adhere to the minimum spend required.

Organisers are liable for the difference in the event of the minimum spend not

being met. The minimum spend includes any food and beverages consumed or

purchased at the event.

January - October Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Chef’s Table $400 $1,500 $1,500

Archer Room $400 $2,000 $2,500

Alfresco $1,500

Lounge (Main Bar) $500* $500*



*$500 exclusively spent on food catering.

November - December Breakfast Lunch Dinner

Chef’s Table $400 $2,000 $2,000

Archer Room $400 $2,500 $3,500

Alfresco $2,000

Lounge (Main Bar) $1,000* $1,000*



*Requirement of $1000 can be spent on food and beverage catering.

CONFIRMATION OF ATTENDANCE

Anticipated final numbers are required fourteen (14) days prior to your event.

Payment will be based on final catering numbers provided three (3) working days

prior to event or attendee numbers on the day, whichever is greater.

CATERING REQUIREMENTS

All guests attending the function must be catered for by selecting one of

Botanical’s catering packages.

Menu and beverage selections are required fourteen (14) days prior to your

event. Should selections not be advised at this point your menu selection cannot

be guaranteed.

Botanical reserves the right to substitute menu items of a similar quality without

notice, due to, but not limited to, supplier shortages and seasonal change.

Botanical reserves the right to substitute selected beverages with beverages of

equal value if the preferred selection is unavailable.

A surcharge applies if extra choices are required. With prior notice, all dietary

requirements will be catered for with a modified or separate meal.

Special dietary requirements must be communicated to Botanical fourteen (14)

days prior to the event.

BYO POLICY

No food or beverage of any kind will be permitted to be brought into Botanical for

the consumption of guests, with the exception of Celebration Cakes/Cupcakes.

A service fee of $3 will be charged per head for cutting, plating and serving.

RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF ALCOHOL

The Botanical adheres to responsible service of alcohol legislation. All staff are

trained in the Liquor Licensing Accredited ‘RSA – responsible Service of Alcohol’

and by way of law may refuse to serve alcohol to any person who they may

believe to be intoxicated. Any intoxicated person will be removed from the venue.

In accordance with liquor licensing laws of Victoria, minors (under 18) are only

permitted on the premises in the direct company of their parent or legal guardian

and must not consume alcohol.

AV FACILITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT

It is the organiser’s responsibility to ensure that any external AV equipment or

devices such as iPod’s, DVD’s etc are compatible with Botanical’s in house

equipment. You may test any of this equipment at a mutually convenient time

prior to the function. Approval by management at Botanical is required should the

organiser wish to hire a band, DJ or any other form of entertainment. Noise

restrictions apply.

SET UP AND DELIVERY

External audio-visual and production companies are required to make contact

with Botanical event staff seven (7) working days prior to the event.

The client should ensure event staff are advised of all goods/packages to be

delivered and that they are adequately marked with the contact name, date of the

event and contact number. All equipment must be removed at the conclusion of

the event unless previously arranged with Botanical event staff.

Confetti, sparklers, rose petals or party poppers are not permitted unless

approved by management at Botanical.

DAMAGES AND CLEANING

Organisers are financially responsible for any damage to the building, furniture or

property during and immediately following the function, including any costs for

repair or replacement at current market price. The organisers of the function are

responsible for damage caused by their guests, outside contractors or agents

prior to, during and after the event.

CANCELLATION

Refunds are made on a pro-rata basis;

3+ months: $50 Administration fee

1-3 months: Deposit will be forfeited

Less than 1 month: Deposit forfeited + cancellation fee equivalent prior to event

to 10% of total estimated food and beverage charges (based on last numbers

provided).

Less than 2 weeks: Deposit forfeited + cancellation fee equivalent prior to event

to 20% of total estimated food, beverage and AV charges (based on last numbers

provided).

Less than 1 week: Deposit forfeited + cancellation fee equivalent prior to event

to 50% of total estimated food, beverage and AV charges (based on last numbers

provided).

*Please note that rescheduling your booking is classed as a cancellation of the

original date and will incur the same cancellation policies as outlined above.

CONTENT OF EVENT

If The Botanical has reasons to believe that any event/function will affect the

smooth running of the venue, its security or reputation, the management reserves

the right to cancel at its discretion without notice or liability. Some functions may

require security which will be advised at the time of booking.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILTY

Botanical will not be held responsible for the loss of or damage to, property left on

premise prior to, during or after an event. The client is required to inform all

relevant persons involved in the organisation of the event, including colleagues or

contactors of Botanical’s Terms and Conditions outlined herein.

PRICE VARIATIONS

Every endeavour is made to maintain our prices as originally quoted to you

however, they are subject to change. Should any increases occur, we will notify

you immediately.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS BOOKING FORM

SERVICE CHARGE

A 4% gratuity applies for all private functions and will be added

to the final bill (not included in minimum spend requirement).

PAYMENT

Payment must be finalised by cash or credit card on the day, at the conclusion of

the event or prior to the event taking place.

Any payments made by bank cheque must be approved and settled prior to event

date. All prices are inclusive of GST.

Total catering charges will be based on minimum spend or actual attendance,

whichever is greater.

Function booking date DAY / MONTH / YEAR

Function arrival time

Occasion

Reserved space

Company name (if applicable)

Contact name

Phone number

Email

By signing this acceptance form, I understand and accept the above listed

Terms and Conditions including all deposit and cancellation policies.

Signature

Deposit Payment:

Cash

Cheque

Credit Card

Name on Card

Credit card [ ] VISA [ ] MASTERCARD [ ] AMEX

Card Number

Expiry / CCV

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