COCKTAIL EVENTSA STYLISH WEDDING IN THE GAZEBO, A CHRISTENING MORNING TEA, A 50TH BIRTHDAY COCKTAIL EVENT, A FUNKY 21ST BIRTHDAY PARTY, A SPORTS PRESENTATION NIGHT—CELEBRATE LIFE’S MILESTONES AT KARRALYKA.

LET THE CANAPÉS AND DRINKS CIRCULATE AND GET THE CONVERSATION FLOWING. TREAT YOUR GUESTS TO A STYLISH COCKTAIL EVENT AT KARRALYKA.

ABOUT USKARRALYKA IS YOUR THEATRE AND FUNCTION CENTRE OWNED AND OPERATED BY MAROONDAH CITY COUNCIL.

KARRALYKA THEATRE IS A MODERN, FULLY EQUIPPED VENUE SUITABLE FOR ALL PERFORMANCE STYLES, WITH TIERED SEATING FOR 430, SO THAT EVERY VIEW IS A GREAT VIEW (FOR KIDS TOO), STATE-OF-THE–ART LIGHTING AND AUDIO SYSTEMS AND THREE LARGE DRESSING ROOMS AND A BAND ROOM.

KARRALYKA HOUSES THREE ADJOINING FUNCTION SPACES THAT CAN BE USED SEPARATELY, OR IN COMBINATION, TO CATER FOR GROUPS OF 20 TO 500 PEOPLE.

EACH FUNCTION SPACE CAN BE CONFIGURED WITH A FULL RANGE OF EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE AND STAGING, AND THEMED TO CREATE THE RIGHT SETTING AND MOOD. COMPLEMENTING THESE AREAS ARE A FULLY EQUIPPED COMMERCIAL KITCHEN, DRESSING ROOMS, BAR AND KIOSK.

KARRALYKA…AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE IS CLOSER THAN YOU THINK!

Minimum guest numbers and charges to all events. Please speak with your Function Coordinator for more details .

ROOM LAYOUT

CAPACITY

Area Sq. Meters

Height Theatre Style

Classroom (rectangular)

Cocktail Seated (rounds)

Theatre 428Banquet Room 600 3-4.5 550 250 400 500Maroondah Room 300 3-4.5 250 110 160 180Mullum Room 300 3-4.5 150 62 80 90Mt Dandenong Room 300 3-4.5 150 62 80 90Foyer 400 3 areas 5m, 3.5m and 2.35m in height

* Raised staging for guest speakers in included in all rooms with the above numbers. Capacity does not include dance floor.

our venue

ROOM HIREBRING ANY PRIVATE OR COMMUNITY FUNCTION TO LIFE IN OUR MODERN AND MULTI-PURPOSE FUNCTION SPACES, SET IN BEAUTIFUL BUSHLAND, ONLY 30KM FROM THE CITY AND CLOSE TO PUBLIC TRANSPORT.

EACH FUNCTION SPACE CAN BE CONFIGURED WITH A FULL RANGE OF EQUIPMENT, FURNITURE AND STAGING, AND THEMED TO CREATE THE RIGHT SETTING AND MOOD.

KARRALYKA IS FULLY AIR-CONDITIONED, ACCESSIBLE AND LICENSED.

AT A GLANCE

• Comfortable 430-seat state-of-the-art theatre, with 25-person orchestra pit, several dressing rooms and foyer.

• Three versatile function spaces, with on-site catering (and children’s menu available)

• Professional audio-visual and staging material

• Theming for your event, such as lighting, decoration and entertainment

• Experienced and friendly on-site event staff

• An outdoor gazebo and manicured lawns• Ample complimentary on-site car-parking,

a lift for ease of access and close to public transport

FUNCTION DURATION

Full day room hire is inclusive of a 10 hour booking including bump-in and bump-out. Half day room hire is inclusive of a six hour booking including bump-in and bump-out. Please speak with your Function Coordinator should you require time outside of this.

SECURITY

Security is at the discretion of the venue and charged to the hirer.

ROOM SETUP OPTIONS

Our Facilities Co-Ordinator is happy to work with you to design you ideal floor plan which can also include the following: Dance Floor (three sizes)Complimentary staging (3m long x 2 m deep) if required.Professional audio-visual equipment, such as data projector and roof mounted projection system also available

COMPLIMENTARY AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT INCLUDES

• Lectern• 2 microphones (lapel & hand held)• Projector and pull-up screen• CD Player or iPod connectivity• Internet usage (in-house WIFI)

Please contact our Function Co-ordinator to arrange a mutually convenient appointment to inspect our venue or to tailor a cocktail event to your specific requirements. Pricing subject to change.

ROOM HIRE What you need to know

Not for Profits = Community and Government OrganisationsOther = Private and Commercial Organisations

FULL DAY ROOM HIRE

Mt Dandenong Room $500 Not For Profit $650 OtherMullum Room $500 Not For Profit $650 OtherMaroondah Room $1000 Not For Profit $1320 OtherMt Dandenong & Mullum Rooms $1000 Not For Profit $1320 Other Maroondah & Mullum Rooms $1435 Not For Profit $1815 Other Banquet Room (all rooms combined) $1815 Not For Profit $2290 Other *The rates quoted apply for a full day up to 10 hours, including bump-in and out.

HALF DAY ROOM HIRE

Mt Dandenong Room $410 Not For Profit $510 OtherMullum Room $410 Not For Profit $510 OtherMaroondah Room $820 Not For Profit $980 OtherMt Dandenong & Mullum Rooms $820 Not For Profit $980 Other Maroondah & Mullum Rooms $1080 Not For Profit $1400 Other Banquet Room (all rooms combined) $1375 Not For Profit $1710 Other*The rates quoted apply for a half day up to 6 hours, including bump-in and out.

• Provisions of a ‘Certificate of Currency’ of public liability insurance or a compulsory insurance payment may be required at Karralyka’s discretion

• Room hire without food service is not available Friday and Saturday evenings. Surcharges will apply for functions that occur, or run into public holidays.

• If catering is required, please ask your Function Coordinator for specific pricing. Pricing and items subject to change without notice

ROOM HIRE PRICING

COCKTAIL EVENTSA STYLISH WEDDING IN THE GAZEBO, A CHRISTENING MORNING TEA, A 50TH BIRTHDAY COCKTAIL EVENT, A FUNKY 21ST BIRTHDAY PARTY, A SPORTS PRESENTATION NIGHT—CELEBRATE LIFE’S MILESTONES AT KARRALYKA.

LET THE CANAPÉS AND DRINKS CIRCULATE AND GET THE CONVERSATION FLOWING. TREAT YOUR GUESTS TO A STYLISH COCKTAIL EVENT AT KARRALYKA.

GUEST NUMBERS

Our indoor and outdoor function spaces can host between 20 and 500 guests, cocktail style, for between one and five hours.We have a minimum number of 25 guests required for cocktail style events. Please speak with your Function Co-ordinator for more details.

ROOM HIRE

A half day room hire charge applies to your room.

FUNCTION DURATION

This will depend on the particular package that you choose and is to conclude no later than 12.30am.

ROOM SETUP OPTIONS

Bar Tender to run your cash bar or bar with bar tab.Dance Floor (three sizes)Cocktail Style tall bar tablesSeating around the perimeter of roomProfessional audio-visual equipment, such as data projector and screen for photo pres-entationsMicrophone for speechesCake & gift tables dressed with black linenChoice of two table centre-pieces, or bring your own!Tea & coffee station

SECURITY

Security is at the discretion of the venue and charged to the hirer.

ADDITIONAL AUDIO VISUAL SERVICES AVAILABLE IF REQUIRED

Extra data projector & pull-up screen / $200 per dayMulti-screen roof-mounted projection system / 1 screen $250, additional screens $100 eachAdditional microphones (lapel & hand held radio) / $25 eachCorded microphones / $15 per microphoneEasel & paper / $20 per roomVision switcher / POA

Our COCKTAIL EVENTSWhat you need to know

PLATTER MENU / Serves 10 guests

Antipasto platter / $90.00Include marinated grilled vegetable, Persian feta and kallamata olives and cold meat cutGourmet sandwich platter / $90.00Include champagne ham, Hungarian salami, roast turkey, smoked Tasmanian Salmon, and poached chicken, Victorian cheese and using local grown seasonal vegetablesAustralian and imported cheese platter / $85.00 With lavosh bread and cheese crackers accompanied with fig pasteSushi platter / $100.00Includes hand-made California rolls and sushi with wasabi mayo and soy sauceAsian platter / $85.00Includes spring rolls, wonton, dim sims and tempura prawnsAustralian platter / $90.00Includes sausage roll, gourmet pies, quiches and mini pizzasIndian platter / $110.00Includes vegetable samosa, pakora and filo curry lamb

SMALL BOWLS MENU / $7.50 PP (75 person minimum)

Pulled lamb mushroom and herbs risotto with parmesanPan fried pumpkin gnocchi with sage butter sauce and roasted pumpkin salsa Penne cabonara

Ricotta and spinach tortellini with roasted pumpkin and herbs sauce and pine nutChicken mushroom and potato curry with basmati riceLamb and root vegetable stew with minted potatoTandoori chicken with cous cous with cucumber raitaChicken champagne and asparagus risotto with parmesanTuscan style braised beef with mash potato

 

platter & bowl menu

WHY NOT KEEP IT SIMPLE AND CHOOSE OUR CELEBRATION PACKAGE! THIS PACKAGE IS SUITABLE FOR A 3-4 HOUR FUNCTION.

CELEBRATION MENU / $37.00PP (40 person minimum)

Selection of sushi & California rollBread & dipsCold meat & cheese platterSatay chicken skewersTempura prawns with wasabi mayoChicken goujons Beef wellingtonAranchini ballsSalt & pepper squidSelection of party piesLamb samosaAsian delight - spring rolls, dim sims and wontons

Celebration package

CLASSIC BEVERAGE PACKAGE

WINE SELECTION

Tatachilla Sparkling NV, McLaren Vale SAJuicy strawberry and apple notes with a hint of citrus and a nutty finishTatachilla Shiraz Cabernet NV, McLaren Vale SAVibrant blackberry, blackcurrant and plum aromas with great tannic backbone and a spicy finish

PLEASE SELECT YOUR PREFERENCE OF:

Tatachilla Semillon Sauvignon Blanc NV, McLaren Vale SA Lively ripe pineapple and grapefruit aromas, fresh finishTatachilla Chardonnay NV, McLaren Vale SAApricot and vibrant grapefruit flavors with a hint of spice !

BEER SELECTION

Boags Premium LightCarlton Draught

CASH BAR or BAR TAB OPTIONS ALSO AVAILABLE

Cash Bar (guest pay) or beverages on consumption (invoice issued post-event) with dedicated bartender(s) throughout your event / $185.00 flat rate

ADDITIONAL BEVERAGE OPTIONS

Champagne tower / $7.80 per person includes building oftower, glassware and Australian Sparkling wineCocktails on arrival starting at / $12.00 per cocktailPremium and boutique beer OR cider upgrade / from $6.50 per person

Items and pricing subject to change without notice

beverage packages

LOCATION

Karralyka is just 30 minutes from the Melbourne CBD, located at Mines Road Ringwood East.

PARKING

Free car parking is available in the grounds of the centre. Disabled parking is available adjacent to the upper entrance off Wilson Street.

TRAIN TRAVEL

Ringwood train station (Belgrave and Lilydale lines) and Ringwood East train station (Lilydale line) are a 10 minute walk from Karralyka.

ACCESSIBILITY

Karralyka is fully accessible for patrons in wheelchairs or with limited mobility. You can enter from the upper entrance off Wilson Street. Lift access is available from the Mines Road entry. If you need a wheelchair space in the theatre, please ask for this when booking tickets.

CONTACT US P: 9870-2888 W: www.karralyka.com.au E: karralyka@maroondah.vic.gov.au

Getting here

Karralyka is a service of Maroondah City Council

BOOKING, CONFIRMATION AND PAYMENT

1. To confirm an event application, a non-refundable deposit must be paid within the time specified on the contract. Should the client cancel the booking, the centre retains the deposit paid.

2. Final numbers for catering purposes are to be provided seven days prior to the date of the event. The charges for the event will be based on this number, and it is not possible to lower this charge. Additional numbers may not be guaranteed the specified catering.

3. Clients are permitted access to the centre for two hours outside booking times or at a time advised by centre. Clients requiring more time than this should discuss requirements with centre staff; however, additional time may not be guaran-teed. Clients at the conclusion of event are permitted 1 hour to bump out equipment and time after this will incur additional charges.

4. Catered functions are to be paid for in full by the time spec-ified, which may be before, or on the date of, the function. All costs, fees and expenses incurred by Maroondah City Council including but not limited to administrative costs, debt col-lection agency fees and legal costs and expenses will be met by the client (hereinafter to mean the person or organisation named in the Hiring Agreement) for non-payment of account.

5. The foyer is a general service area for all the Centre venues. Specific use of the foyer, other than for arrival/departure of guests, is not included for the event unless specified on the contract or advised in writing by the centre.

LIABILITY OF CLIENT

6. Clients are responsible for workers’ compensation or similar insurance over their servants or voluntary workers and for all insurance coverage on goods and services they cause to be brought into the complex. No responsibility will be borne by the centre for any goods and services owned by any client.

7. The client shall at all times indemnify Council from and against the loss of or damage to the centre, any property owned or possessed by Council and situated therein, and any person on the premises, from whatever cause the same may arise during the period of hire.

8.No part of the building may be broken or pierced by nails, screws or other means, nor may anything be taped, glued or affixed to any part of the building. No scenery, fittings, decorations, posters, advertisements, flags, logos, shields or emblems may be displayed in or around the building without the prior consent of the Manager.

9. The repair of any damage to the centre caused by negligence whatsoever including incorrect fastening of items, and damage caused by others acting on behalf of the client, will be the responsibility of the client for which a charge will be payable.

10. All items brought into the centre, including packing boxes, cartons, paraphernalia from stands etc., must be removed at the conclusion of the function. Items left behind, whether it be by the client or others acting on behalf of the client, that require clearing by centre staff will generate an additional charge to the client.

11. Rice, confetti, glitter and similar decorative items (some-times desired for table decoration) are not permitted in the centre. All decoration requirements are to be approved by the Functions Manager prior to the day of the event.

ADHERENCE TO LAW

12. The client shall comply with all Acts and Statutory Rules, Provisions and Regulations and By-laws of the Commonwealth of Australia, State of Victoria and Maroondah City Council and shall be liable for any breach of such.

13. The Centre has an On-Premises Liquor Licence. No other alcohol or liquor may be brought into or consumed in the Centre without the permission of the Manager, nor may alcohol purchased or supplied at a function be taken from the premises. See over for further information about provision of alcohol.

14. Smoking is not permitted in any part of the Centre

15. Management reserve the right to terminate any event prematurely due to safety or RSA concerns.

16. Any amplification used as part of an event shall not exceed 98% decibels. Sound checks to be carried out by Karralyka staff prior to commencement of event and throughout the event.

17. Catering must be provided for correct number of guests booked and attending.

18. No external food or beverage is permitted at any time to be brought into the venue for consumption, with the exception of celebration cakes.

19. Minimum numbers must be adhered to or additional charg-es will apply.

20. If dietary requirements for invited guests exceed 20% of the total number booked and extra fee will apply for extra kitchen staff and front of house staff to co-ordinate. This will be discussed once final numbers and dietary’s are given to event co-ordinator.

21. Smoke and fogger machines are prohibited from use unless prearranged with management. If the MFB is required to at-tend through the use of these items, the function organiser will be liable for any charged incurred to council.

22. Unforeseen circumstances – In the event of inability to comply with any of the provisions of this contract by virtue of cessation or interruptions of gas, electricity, industry dispute, plat or equipment failure, unavailability of food, other unfore-seen contingency or accident, the venue reserves the right to cancel any bookings and refund any deposits at any time.

23. Liquor licensing requirements – Management reserves the right to exclude or remove any person from a function or any other areas of the venue in accordance with the liquor control act of Victoria. No pints or shots are permitted during events.

24. Dress Code – Appropriate foot wear should be worn at all times in the venue. Bare feet are not permitted at any time.

25. Security (a) – Its is the responsibility of the client to ensure that the behaviour of all persons attending the event and arriving and departing from the centre, does not cause any disturbance or distress to others. In conjunction with the Manager, the client may require a guest or trespasser to leave the Centre. Should the Manager need to obtain assistance from Victorian Police in this regard, the client shall pay any associated costs.

26. Security (b)- Any event that has alcohol present requires security to be hired at the clients costs. This is determined at the discretion of Management.

Terms & conditions of our event spaces