The Gunyah

About this venue

Location

335 Old South Head Rd, Watsons Bay. The Gunyah was previously known as Vaucluse Scout Hall.

Uses

Social events, recreational activities, meetings and community groups.

Capacity

Up to 70 people

Floorplan

See The Gunyah Floorplan(PDF, 677KB)

Fees and charges

Fees and charges for The Gunyah hire only (incl. GST - valid to 30 June 2025)

TYPE OF BOOKING DESCRIPTION HIRE FEE
Children’s Birthday Parties

 

Weekends Only:  morning session 9 - 12:30, afternoon session 1:30 - 5pm

Outside of these times the Private function rate is charged		 $270 per session
Commercial / Private Functions

 

Individuals - closed functions to invited attendees only, private parties (13 years of age and over)

Businesses - all commercial businesses

All political parties and associations which support political candidates.		 $130 per hour
Community / Arts / Recreation

 

Individuals - casual bookings excluding private functions and parties

Businesses – will be assessed on the following:

  • Annual turnover less than $150,000 per annum - (provide balance sheet, BAS statement, or letter from an Accountant confirming income)
  • Event must be open for members of the public to attend
  • Identification of community / social benefit (provide statement regarding benefit of activity)
  • Attendance fees must be less than commercial rates (provide list of fees and charges)
  • Must have own public liability insurance (provide certificate of currency)
 $50 per hour
Not for Profit

 

Registered Charities and Not For Profit Organisations, including Educational and Religious Institutions

  • Must have an Australian Tax Office (ATO) registered not for profit status ( provide certificate)
  • Must have own public liability insurance (provide certificate of currency)
 $35 per hour
12-Step programs/Playgroups

 

12-step programs and Playgroups registered with their appropriate governing body

  • Must have public liability insurance provided through governing body
 $18 per hour
Cancellation Fees

Less than 28 days of Event $70

Greater than 28 days of Event
 Full fees

Additional information

Equipment and facilities available:(PDF, 630KB)

  • The Gunyah has kitchen facilities including a fridge, microwave, kettle and urn. There are tables (standard trestle table, Dimensions: 1830 (W) x 750 (D) x 730 (H) mm) and chairs available for use.
  • Room measures 17m x 5.5m
  • There is a small deck area at the rear of the building with ramp access.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair ramp and access throughout the hall
  • Accessible toilet located outside hall adjacent to the building
  • Accessible parking
  • Adult change table

Parking: There is a small public parking area at the front of the hall.

Location

335 Old South Head Rd, Watsons Bay 2030  View Map

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Photo Gallery

The Gunyah exterior

The Gunyah exterior

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The Gunyah exterior

The Gunyah exterior

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The Gunyah rear courtyard

The Gunyah rear courtyard

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The Gunyah ramp access

The Gunyah ramp access

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The Gunyah interior

The Gunyah interior

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The Gunyah floor

The Gunyah floor

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Suitable for:

Venue Snapshot

Features

  • Kitchen
  • Disabled Amenities and Access
  • Function Tables and Chairs

Capacity

Up to 70 people

Contact

Venue Coordinator
9391 7170
venuehire@woollahra.nsw.gov.au

Hours

Available for hire from 4pm to 11pm on Friday and 8am to 11pm on Saturday and Sunday.
Music must be turned off by 10pm.

Children's party session times: (Saturdays & Sundays)
9:00am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 5:00pm

Bookings

Use our Online Booking System to check availability and make a booking. We will contact you within 2 working days to confirm your details.

All hirers must agree to the Conditions of Hire.(PDF, 239KB)

OR

Email your request to venuehire@woollahra.nsw.gov.au

OR

Call 02 9391 7170 to check availability and make a tentative booking.

Furniture & Equipment

View a full list of the furniture, equipment and facilities(PDF, 630KB) available in The Gunyah.

Floorplan

View The Gunyah floorplan(PDF, 677KB).

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