Regular hire
Regular Hirers are those groups or individuals hiring the same Council venue no more than nine times per calendar year. Bookings for regular hire must be processed through Council’s website via the online booking system. Hire charges for regular bookings are payable online at the time of booking.
Hirer’s employing professionals, i.e. fairies, catering, disc jockeys and the like, should make enquiries to establish they have adequate public liability cover in effect.
Children’s parties – ages 0-15
Hornsby Shire Council has various venues suitable for children’s birthday parties. Some venues have playgrounds and offer plenty of outdoor space in order for them to spread out and enjoy the party fun.
To allow for setting up and packing down, Children’s parties have a minimum 4 hour hire period charged at the Regular Hire rate applicable.
High Risk events – ages 16-21
Council has several designated facilities suitable for high risk events. High risk functions are considered to be, but not limited to 16-21 year old birthday parties, youth events, large crowd events and live music events. The hirer must be at least 21 years of age to hire a Council venue for a high risk function and will be required to provide 100 points of identification prior to confirmation of the booking.
Council and NSW Police have implemented a joint procedure for managing high risk events at Council owned facilities in order to minimise the potential risk to the public and Council property.
Before proceeding with booking your high risk event online, please first contact the Venue Management Team on 9847 6050 to discuss your options and ensure you read through the Terms and Conditions of Hire Community Venues relating to high risk bookings.
Please note, a minimum of five weeks’ notice is required for High Risk bookings to be considered.
For a more detailed explanation of hire conditions, please ensure you read through the Terms and Conditions of Hire Community Venues below.
Regular Hire forms