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Graduate House

MeetinG & Function services inForMation

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Graduate House is located in Melbourne, one of the most liveable

cities in the world.We are affiliated with

The University of Melbourne, the number one ranked university in

Australia and located in the heart of its graduate precinct.

WHo We areAbout Us 5

MeetinG rooMsMeeting Facilities 8

rooM conFiGurationsCar Parking 24

College Garb & Gifts 25 Social Media 26

deleGate PackaGesSummary Table 28

dininG events MenusEvent Feedback

terMs and conditions

donations

table oF contents

4 WHo We are

7 MeetinG rooMs

20 rooM conFiGurations 24 Car Parking 25 College Garb & Gifts 26 Social Media

27 deleGate PackaGes 28 Summary Table

30 dininG events Menus 38 Event Feedback

40 terMs and conditions

45 donations

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WHo We are

Graduate House is unique. It is an association of graduates, a graduate residential college and a

graduate meeting place. It was established over 100 years ago as a graduate membership association

with The University of Melbourne. Over 50 years ago we became a residential college specifically for

university graduates.

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We provide high quality accommodation and meeting facilities for graduates and visiting academics as the bases from which learning, collegiality and collaboration may flourish.

We promote lifelong sharing of knowledge and skills; and educational outcomes for wider public benefit through our relationships with like minded organisations around the world who share our enthusiasm for fostering academic, career and social experiences.

ABOUT US

Each year more than 600 graduates from all over the world reside with us to undertake post-graduate studies or research and academic collaborations. Each month over 2,000 people meet in our facilities to advance research, careers, social good and lifelong learning.

We bring together graduates of all universities through membership, so that educational, professional, cultural and social networks are fostered and maintained.

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ORGANISATIONAL MEMBER BENEFITS

Our Organisational Membership gives Not-for-profit and Profit organisations a number of in-house and external benefits. The membership is open to University Departments and Schools, and Corporate Business’.

All Members of the Organisational entity have access to:• Our meeting room facilities;• Free room and equipment hire for catered functions and meetings;• Accommodation at Graduate House;• Evening functions by prior arrangement;• All Graduate House events and functions; and• The use of our reciprocal arrangements and in-house discounted services.

For more information on our Organisational Member Benefits, please contact us on (03) 9347 3428 or by email at meetingservices@graduatehouse.com.au

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A HANDFUL OF OUR CURRENT ORGANISATIONAL MEMBERS

Graduate House also offers Individual Membership to any graduate from any university in the world. For more information on Individual Member

Benefits please ask us about our Member Benefits Booklet.

Career Education Association of Victoria

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our MeetinG rooMs

Graduate House continues its longstanding tradition of excellent service by providing

organisations with modern academic meeting facilities.

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THE IAN POTTER ROOM

The Ian Potter Room is the quintessential meeting space with audio visual equipment and presentation aids. It can also be transformed into a beautiful dining room.

U-Shape 25

Boardroom 30

Dining 40

Theatre 50

Cabaret 24

Cocktail 40

Classroom 30

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THE STILLWELL ROOM

The Stillwell Room is adjacent to the Ian Potter Room. Its well lit space and direct access to the Dining Room make it a perfect function space for dining events, or academic and professional development meetings.

U-Shape 28

Boardroom 30

Dining 50

Theatre 60

Cabaret 30

Cocktail 50

Classroom 30

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IAN POTTER AND STILLWELL TWO ROOM COMBINATION

The Stillwell Room and the Ian Potter Room can be joined to create a very large meeting room to suit larger meetings and events.

U-Shape 40

Boardroom 46

Dining 100

Theatre 120

Cabaret 70

Cocktail 120

Classroom 60

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THE COCHRANE ROOM

The Cochrane Room is the end room in the Stella Langford wing. Like the Hewlett Room it is ideal for small functions or intimate gatherings. Shown above is an example of a Boardroom Setup.

U-Shape 24

Boardroom 26

Dining 30

Theatre 50

Cabaret 16

Cocktail 30

Classroom 16

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THE HEWLETT ROOM

The Hewlett Room is situated in the fully facilitated Stella Langford Wing. The space is perfect for smaller meetings and functions, working lunches and conference calls.Shown on the right page is an example of a U-Shape setup.

U-Shape 24

Boardroom 26

Dining 30

Theatre 50

Cabaret 16

Cocktail 30

Classroom 16

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STELLA LANGFORD WING TWO ROOM COMBINATION

The Hewlett, Taylor or Cochrane rooms can be combined to form large academic and professional development spaces for all occasions.

U-Shape 33

Boardroom 42

Dining 60

Theatre 100

Cabaret 42

Cocktail 90

Classroom 40

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THE TAYLOR ROOM

Like the Hewlett and Cochrane Rooms, the Taylor room is best suited to smaller groups.Shown below is an example of a U-shape set up for such a meeting.

U-Shape 24

Boardroom 26

Dining 30

Theatre 50

Cabaret 16

Cocktail 30

Classroom 16

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STELLA LANGFORD THREE ROOM

The Hewlett, Taylor and Cochrane rooms can be combined to form large academic and professional development spaces for all occasions. The three room combination is our largest setup.Shown above is an example of a Classroom Setup.

U-Shape 55

Boardroom N/A

Dining 100

Theatre 150

Cabaret 70

Cocktail 120

Classroom 56

WING COMBINATION

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THE DINING ROOM

The Dining Room is perfect for lunch functions or cocktail gatherings. Its large open space and flexibility as a dining area make it perfect for large groups who want to dine in the fine atmosphere of Graduate House.

U-Shape N/A

Boardroom N/A

Dining 150

Theatre N/A

Cabaret N/A

Cocktail 200

Classroom N/A

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THE JOHNSTON LIBRARY

The Johnston Library is located in the original William Berry Wing Terrace Building and offers a tranquil atmosphere reflecting a bygone era. Ideal for intimate meetings, private dining and afternoon tea.Shown to the left is an example of a Dining setup.

THE COURTYARD

The ideal summer area to book for your next group lunch, BBQ or end of year party. There a number of special private access and BBQ packages available.

U-Shape N/A

Boardroom 10

Dining 20

Theatre N/A

Cabaret N/A

Cocktail 30

Classroom N/A

BBQ or Function 50

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our rooM conFiGurations

Graduate House is proud to provide a wide range of flexible room setups to suit

every function.

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Every room configuration that is offered by Graduate House is flexible in its arrangement and in its seating capacity. All setups come with a presenters table unless otherwise specified. All tables

are set with water and mints.

U-SHAPE STYLE

The U-Shape is designed to encourage interaction amongst delegates. This layout is often used as a space for discussions or committee meetings.

THE BOARDROOM STYLE

The Boardroom Style is an excellent work space which promotes interaction between participants. This layout is most frequently used for board of director meetings.

THE DINING STYLE

The Dining Style is designed for both formal and informal dining events.

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THEATRE STYLE

The Theatre Style is an efficient setup for large groups or lectures. This is the most flexible of our setups and can hold a very large group of delegates.

CABARET STYLE

The Cabaret style presents delegates with a work space and forum for discussion. This layout is ideal for workshops and group activities.

COCKTAIL STYLE

The Cocktail Style is a wide open space with a large round table in the centre of the room. This setup allows for large groups to enjoy drinks and food platters.

CLASSROOM STYLE

The Classroom Style is designed for note taking, meetings that need many handouts or personal equipment such as laptops.

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UTILITIES

Graduate House provides a number of utilities for every function. Every room can be fitted with any of the below utilities.

INTERNET COSTS: $20.00 Administration Fee + $1.00 per person

Costs for food and drink are listed in the Delegate Packages section.

FLIPCHARTS WHITEBOARD

PROJECTORS AND PROJECTOR SCREENS

FOOD AND DRINK

WI-FI WIRELESS MICROPHONES

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CAR PARKING

The four-storey Graduate House car park:

• is secure;• is accessible 24 / 7;• can be booked for a day or longer;• has the best car park rates in the

Graduate Precinct; and• has over 50 spaces.

CASUAL PARKERS - Per dayDaily Members* $12.50Guests $15.00Members $10.00

*Daily Members of Graduate House receive the following benefits on the day of membership:

• access to the Graduate House dining room and Phillip Law Members’ Lounge; and

• parking for one vehicle in the Graduate House.

Non-Members Members Residents

Month $330.00 $260.00 $190.00

1-6 Months $310.00 $240.00 $170.00

6 Months + $290.00 $220.00 $150.00

PERMANENT AGREEMENTS*

*Bond of $150 for remote access.

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MERCHANDISE

PRICING

Mens Polo $40.00Windcheater with Hood $50.00Womens Polo $40.00T-shirt $30.00Merino Pullover $110.00Knitted Vest $50.00Cap $22.00Tie $25.00

Winter Scarf $35.00Shopping Bag $5.00 each or $12.00 for 3Graduate House Card $2.00 each or $10.00 for 5Mug $5.00Pen $5.00Key Chain $3.00Reusable Keepsake Cup $10.00Metal Handbag Holder $15.00

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SOCIAL MEDIA

Facebook is known as the world’s most popular social media site, it connects everyone from all walks of life, and from all disciplines. We post daily on our ‘Wall’ on a variety of events and stories of interest.

Google + is a social media service provided by Google. Its accessibility through the ever popular Gmail make it simple to join and easy to use. Include us in your ‘Circles’ to discover upcoming events and functions.

Linkedin allows people and organisations to connect on a professional level. By receiving ‘Endorsements’ you boost your professional profile, and all those connected to you. We proudly endorse our Members.

Pinterest is an online pin board. We ‘Pin’ the images, recipes, poems and art of others onto our own board, to assemble a wide variety of interesting ‘Pins’ for all those who are connected with us.

Twitter allows you to post short messages of up to 140 characters on anything that interests you. It is ideal for following current affairs and ‘Tweeting’ your thoughts on contemporary issues.

YouTube is the world’s most popular online video streaming software. Millions of people upload videos daily, on all topics and of all genres. Graduate House uploads videos of particular events and functions.

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deleGate PackaGes

Graduate House provides a number of academic and professional development packages.

The packages are tailored to suit all types of functions, formal and informal.

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dininG event Menus

Graduate House offers a wide range of dining options for those attending academic or

professional development functions. Delegates have the option of enjoying breakfast, lunch or dinner in our buffet-style Dining Room, choosing platters for a cocktail function, or choosing a set menu that is

prepared by our in-house chefs.

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BUFFET BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER

Graduate House offers its Members quality meals for a reduced rate. From Monday to Friday Members can enjoy a buffet breakfast, lunch or dinner or choose from the Stone Grill menu, which is served on a heated stone slab for you to cook.

STONE GRILL MENU

Grain fed Black Angus rib eye (300g) $30 $35

Grain fed Black Angus eye fillet (200g) $25 $30

Tasmanian Salmon (200g) $22 $27

Seafood Selection (a selection of seafood) $22 $27

Mixed grill (a selection of meats) $20 $25

Vegetarian mixed grill (a selection of vegetables and cheeses) $15 $18

BREAKFAST / 7.30am to 8.30amMembers $10/Non-Members $16/ Loyalty Card Holders $12.50

LUNCH / 12.00pm to 2.00pmMembers $10/Non-Members $16/ Loyalty Card Holders $12.50

DINNER / 6.00pm to 7.30pmMembers $15/Non-Members $20/ Loyalty Card Holders $17.50

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MORNING TEA & AFTERNOON TEA MENU

Please select from one of the following sweet or savoury options:

Sweet• Assorted Danish pastries.• Assorted mini muffins.• Selection of traditional slices made

by the famous ‘Inferno Cakes’ bakery.

• Home made scones with jam and cream.

• Fresh fruit platter.• Carrot Cake.• Pikelets with jam and cream.• Bircher muesli and fruit yoghurt.

Savoury• Herb and cheese scones with a

chive cream.• Ham and cheese croissant.• Selection of gourmet cheeses with

dried fruits and crackers.• Mini quiches.• Antipasto platter (Meat or

Vegetarian).• Sliced vegetable and dip platter.

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WORKING LUNCH MENU

Monday• Chicken and avocado focaccia.• Mediterranean roast vegetable

ciabatta.• Lamb kebab with yoghurt and mint

sauce.• Fresh green garden salad.• Fresh fruit platter.

Tuesday• Falafel wraps with hummus and

tzatziki.• Chicken souvlaki with pita bread.• Beef tortellini carbonara.• Fresh green garden salad.• Fresh fruit platter.

Wednesday• Egg, celery capsicum and

mayonnaise wrap.• Ham, cheese and lettuce baguettes.• Chicken satay.• Fresh green garden salad.• Fresh fruit platter.

Thursday• Steak sandwich with caramelized

onion and barbecue sauce.• Swiss cheese, cucumber and

mango chutney roll.• Potato wedges and sour cream.• Fresh green garden salad.• Fresh fruit platter.

Friday• Tuna and mayonnaise sandwiches.• Smoked salmon, cream cheese and

spinach wrap.• Vegetarian gnocchi.• Fresh green garden salad.• Fresh fruit platter.

All dietary requirements will be catered for, however the kitchen must be notified 48 hours prior.

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FORMAL LUNCH OR DINNER MENU

MENU 12 Course Set Menu - from $49.50 per person3 Course Set Menu - from $59.90 per person

Minimum 15 guests. For each course, choose two options. Table service is 50/50 (e.g. one person beef, next person chicken and so on).

Entree• Caesar salad with croutons, bacon,

poached egg and anchovy dressing.• Half a dozen oysters three ways –

natural with fresh lime, Mornay and Kilpatrick.

• Goat cheese bruschetta, with pesto and rocket.

• Soup of the day (vegetarian).• Smoked salmon with a traditional

garnish of capers, onions and lemon.

Main Course• Tender roast beef served with roast

vegetables and traditional demi-glace sauce.

• Lamb cutlets with mint yoghurt, served with roasted capsicum and pumpkin.

• Fresh flat head with a pesto crust, lightly grilled with sweet potato crisps.

• House made vegetarian lasagne. • Macadamia crusted chicken breast

with marinated grilled cherry tomatoes.

Dessert or Cheeses• Apple crumble served hot with ice

cream.• Moist carrot and almond meal cake

with crème Chantilly and fresh strawberries.

• Flourless orange and almond cake.• Fresh fruit salad with lemon sorbet.• Australian cheese plate with dried

fruit and water crackers.

Coffee, tea and chocolates included. Beverage packages are available for all functions either on a time or a consumption basis.Special dietary requirements and special menus are available on request.

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MENU 22 Course Set Menu - from $57.50 per person3 Course Set Menu - from $66.90 per person

Minimum 15 guests. For each course, choose two options. Table service is 50/50 (e.g. one person beef, next person chicken and so on).

Entree• Fresh seafood plate with prawns,

oysters and smoked salmon on mixed greens with seafood dipping sauce.

• Chicken liver pate with Earl Grey jelly and traditional garnish.

• Antipasto platter with dips, cured meats, falafel and marinated vegetables with Turkish bread (vegetarian version available).

• Pea and ham soup.• Roast duck risotto with artichokes

and garlic.

Main Course• Salmon fillet with dill sour cream

and green Asian vegetables.• Prime beef fillet with béarnaise

sauce and fried leek.• Grilled chicken breast on green pea

mash with a honey mustard sauce.

• Pork cutlet with apple compote and crispy crackling.

• Grilled polenta topped with a trio of mushroom and coconut compote.

Dessert or Cheeses• Sticky date pudding served with

butterscotch sauce and ice-cream.• Mini pavlova with tropical fruit

compote and double cream.• Rich chocolate and berry torte with

fruit coulis.• Individual lemon tart with King

Island cream.• Australian cheese selection served

with fruit bread, fresh fruit and crackers.

Coffee, tea and chocolates included. Beverage packages are available for all functions either on a time or a consumption basis.Special dietary requirements and special menus are available on request.

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COCKTAIL FOOD MENU

Please select any six from the following hot and cold canapé options:

Cold Canapés• Mixed sushi - mixed platter

(California roll, Tokyo roll, Nigiri sushi and Mango sushi) and vegetarian platter.

• Vegetarian rice paper rolls.• Peking duck pancake.• Selection of Middle Eastern dips

with Turkish bread.• Smoked salmon with dill sour

cream on a cucumber disc.• Bruschetta with tomato, basil and

Kalamata olive salsa.• Goat cheese and roasted tomato

crostini.

Hot Canapés• Steamed dumplings - seafood

platter and a vegetarian platter.• Chicken tenderloin with Asian

dipping.• Thai fish cakes with mango and

chilli salsa.• Mini hot dogs with caramelised

onion and mustard.• Mini hamburgers.• Pan fried lamb cutlets with a mint

and yoghurt dipping sauce.• Mushroom arancini balls with spicy

tomato salsa.• Middle Eastern falafel balls served

with hummus dip.• Skewered lamb kofta.• Thai style coconut prawn miang.• Chicken or vegetarian vol-au-vents.

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BUFFET MENU

Buffet Menu - from $40.00pp

Option 1:• Choice of roast (lamb, beef, chicken

or pork).• Crispy roasted potatoes.• Marinated roast pumpkin.• Potato gnocchi tossed with roasted

eggplant and zucchini, in a rich Napoli sauce.

• Minted steamed peas.• Apple crumble with fresh cream.• Fresh fruit platter.

Option 2:• Beef lasagne.• Pumpkin and baby spinach lasagne.• Green bean stir fry with chickpea

and red capsicum.• Baked potato with traditional

accompaniments.• Garlic bread.• Steamed seasonal vegetables.• Bread and butter pudding.• Fresh seasonal fruit platter.

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SOME OF OUR EVENT FEEDBACK

“Thank you Rosie! And thank you for all the hospitality and service you and your team provided. It was an excellent experience, and we very much enjoyed using the very comfortable venue!”

- Jane Weymouth, EPA Victoria

“Thank you very much for your excellent service on Friday. There were many positive comments about the food, service and your attentiveness. We were also very pleased with the venue as a whole which catered for all our needs for the day.”

- Casandra Hewett, The Faculty of VCA and MCM

“The function room was excellent. We found the arrangements very satisfactory. The room facilities were excellent and the catering, very good. The staff members were very helpful. We will have no hesitation in making another booking next year.”

- John Green, Pulse Credit Union

“It was a very simple, easy and efficient process to organise my function at Graduate House. The staff were helpful and friendly to deal with – we could not fault them. The function room was suitable to our needs. Everyone at the three-day course gave an excellent rating.”

- Joy Yeadon, Centre for Health Policy

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“I wanted to say to you personally just what a terrific job you and all the staff did last evening. The whole thing was beautifully organised and so many people remarked to me on the great service the staff provided, the excellence of the food, the efficiency of the bar service, the very high standard of the whole of the running of the event, and what a great venue it was. I am most grateful to you for making such an important event for me and my family such a tremendous success and for giving everyone such a good time. Would you please pass onto Bill and all the staff involved my profound thanks for all their hard work but most of all Rosie I can’t say a big enough thank you to you for doing such a wonderful job. With my very best wishes and kindest regards.”

- Dr Michael Jones AM (Taffy), Member 2000

“I found the process of organising the 15th International DSM Conference Melbourne to be very good. It allowed me to get everything organised without stress. I could totally rely on Graduate House staff and though we had to make date changes and, even up to the last minute, did not know exactly how many people would attend the conference, Graduate House staff accommodated these inconveniences expertly. They could not have made it any easier for us at all. The feedback from conference delegates was extremely positive and they said that everything was just right for the type and size of the conference. The delegates felt that they were a real science family that had the opportunity to come together in a warm atmosphere venue. The function rooms were fine and the setup was good, including the

changeover to combining the rooms during lunch break of the first day. The food was very good and we did not get any complaints at all about quality and quantity. Specific dietary requirements were all met to the satisfaction of the people. The staff was very helpful and adaptive. Thank you all so much. It was a pleasure to deal with you all.”

- Elke Scheurmann, Rapid Invention Pty Ltd

“I would like to thank you once again for the excellent arrangements you made for our Asian Language Awards evening on Tuesday, 8th October, 2013. Aneesh, Marwa and Sujata were very obliging in setting up the room for the meeting, and the Chef was most gracious when I needed his advice, to reassure a young guest with a particular food allergy. There were several Asian Consul Generals at the function and they, as well as all the other guests, commented on the excellent choice, quality and quantity of the foods prepared for the Supper.”

- Mary R. Kelleher, Australian Asian Association Victoria Inc.

“Thank you for a very hospitable luncheon at our Physiotherapy Reunion and please extend special thanks to Rosie, the chef and their staff too.”

- Professor Joan McMeeken AM

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terMs & conditions

Graduate House has a number of terms and conditions regarding our function facilities.

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TENTATIVE BOOKING

A tentative booking is where you are holding the room and payment of deposit has not yet been made to confirm the booking. A 50% non-refundable deposit based on your estimated event bill is required to secure your booking within seven (7) days of a tentative booking being placed. Bookings are automatically released if contact and/or payment are not made within this period.

All events valued under $1000 are payable in full before the event date.

No booking is regarded as confirmed until this 50% deposit has been received by Graduate House.

CONFIRMATION OF GUEST NUMBER

A guaranteed minimum number of guests attending the function is required at least two (2) working days prior to the function at which time the final bill amount must be paid in full by credit card over the phone, in person or by cheque, unless other terms are agreed to.

FINAL DETAILS

Menu selections are required seven (7) working days prior to your function.

PAYMENT

Final numbers provided will form the basis for the minimum number you will be invoiced and charged for. Final payment of your bill total is required no later than 14 days post your event. Graduate House also reserves the right to automatically deduct any additional and unpaid charges incurred during a function from your credit card without notification. A late fee may apply in the event of late payment. This fee is $100 per week that the payment is overdue.

PRICING

All prices include GST. Pricing is subject to change without notification. A surcharge of 25% applies to all weekend functions. Functions exceeding agreed conclusion times incur a $7.50per person per half hour surcharge.

FUNCTION TIMES

Graduate House functions may be held on weekdays, evenings and weekends subject to availability. Graduate House reserves the right to end or extend functions at its discretion. All functions must be completed by 11:00pm on Friday and Saturday and by 10:00pm weekday nights as Graduate House is a residential college.

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ROOM HIRE

Room Hire is waived for the catered events of Organisation Members. Non-Member catered groups and organisations may hire the rooms and spaces of 210 - 220 Leicester Street from $250 per space. Room hire rates for other rooms are negotiable. Graduate house prefers not to hire out rooms and spaces for non-catered events; and adds a surcharge accordingly.

Package and room hire costs are indicative. Meetings and functions in the evening and on weekends incur greater charges.

CANCELLATION TERMS

In the event of a cancellation, the 50% deposit will be kept by Graduate House as a cancellation fee. Should a cancellation of a fully paid function fall within 48 hours of your event commencement time, there will be no refund.

MEETING RULES

A minimum number of 15 delegates is required for the delegate packages. Graduate House reserves the right to modify any original specifications or relocate a booking to a comparable location in the event of reduced numbers.

MEETING CAPACITY

Please enquire about seating, standing and cocktail function capacity. Graduate House has several different rooms with facilities to cater for most small to medium-sized conference events. We suggest you book a tour to view the rooms and discuss your requirements.

DAMAGES

All persons attending a function at Graduate House are required to comply with the Rules and Regulations of Graduate House and with all instructions from the Graduate House Staff. Those failing to comply may be required to leave the premises. The person making this booking is responsible for the behaviour of all persons attending and is liable for any loss or damage.

OUTSIDE CONTRACTORS

All exhibitions, stages or equipment set up by outside contractors must be approved in writing by Graduate House Management. Contractors need to report to Reception and will be issued with security passes. All outside contractors must liaise with Graduate house in all matters of delivery, set up and departure/clean up.

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CONTRACT

The client releases and indemnifies Graduate House and its management, its contractors and agents from and against any liability or damage, including any negligent act or omission of any act arising for an event. Graduate House will take all necessary care, but does not accept responsibility for the damage or loss of goods left on the premises prior to, during or after an event.

Please arrive and depart Graduate House quietly at all times as it is a residential college and the needs of our residential students are paramount.

RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF ALCOHOL

Graduate House follows the Liquor Licensing Commission’s guidelines on the Responsible Service of Alcohol. Alcohol will only be served between the hours of 11:00am to 11:00pm Monday to Sunday and restricted on public holidays. Our staff are legally obliged not to serve any alcohol to guests under the age of 18 years, or to guests in a state of intoxication. Guests in a state of intoxication will be asked to leave the premises. Our Policy is to serve our guests in a responsible, friendly and professional manner. The right to discontinue service of alcohol is reserved by Graduate House.

ENTERTAINMENT

All entertainers are required to view the space reserved for their performance at least one hour prior to the event and perform sound and equipment checks as required. Graduate House reserves the right to terminate any entertainment that is regarded as inappropriate or not of the nature advised prior to the event.

All entertainment must cease by 10.45pm (Friday and Saturday) and by 9.45pm all other days.

EXTERNAL CATERING

Only food prepared by Graduate House is to be served. This relates to all events and includes outside contractors. Food cannot be taken from Graduate House premises under any circumstances.

DELIVERY AND COLLECTION OF GOODS

The delivery of goods for all events must be advised to the Hospitality Manager prior to delivery. Graduate House will make all efforts to take delivery of goods at a mutually suitable time, however Graduate House takes no responsibility for any items delivered for any events.

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Please feel free to contact the Hospitality Manager if you have enquiries about these Terms and Conditions on

(03) 93473428 or by email at meetingservices@graduatehouse.com.au

DISPLAYS AND SIGNAGE

No items are to be attached to walls or any other surface at Graduate House, without written permission from the Hospitality Manager.

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENT

Graduate House is able to cater for most guests with specific dietary requirements. Menu choices are available from the Hospitality Manager. We request that you inform Graduate House of the name and seating position of all attendees with such requirements in order that we can ensure they receive the correct meal.

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We acknoWledGe our donors

Graduate House has a proud history of benefaction and a strong culture of recognising our benefactors. Some of the ways in which previous members have

been remembered are shown opposite.

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M V ANDERSON

Naming of the M V Anderson Room, an elegant and comfortable member-only area, is in recognition of this renowned accountant and philanthropist’s contribution of leadership and significant gifts.

WILLIAM BERRY

Due to his driving effort to attain the terraces which are now an iconic part of Graduate House, the William Berry Wing is named in honour of the founder of our college - the eleventh affiliated to The University of Melbourne.

STELLA LANGFORD

Her generous donation enabled the purchase of three terraces, the street frontages of which remain at the 2010-opened Stella Langford Wing of ten apartments, a multi-storey car park and state-of-the-art meeting facilities.

PHILLIP LAW

A major bequest from this famous Antarctic explorer enabled many building works and was acknowledged with the naming of the Phillip Law Members’ Lounge late 2012.

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donations

Donating to Graduate House is not just a donation to our organisation, but a donation towards

ideals such as lifelong learning and national and international reciprocation. We look to continue

our pivotal roles in nurturing the many early career graduates who stay in our college each

year, supporting the many in-career academics, professionals and retired members of Graduate House who live and work all over the world, as

well as continuing to be a hub for networking and contact for the thousands of people who visit our

beloved Graduate House each year. All donations are tax deductible.

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THE GRADUATE

UNION of

The University ofMelbourne Inc.

220 Leicester St, Carlton, Melbourne, Australia, 3053

Australian Business Number: 55610 664 963Incorporated Association Registration Number: A0023234B