University of Newcastle Venues

Immerse yourself in our bushland surroundings at Callaghan Campus, the University of Newcastle. Nestled among the treetops, our suite of meeting rooms offer a serene setting for your event, complemented by the option to break in the Derkenne Courtyard below or indulge in culinary delights at our esteemed restaurant, Local Connections. For larger gatherings, our architecturally stunning Great Hall awaits, boasting a grand stage and breathtaking ceiling that can accommodate up to 340 guests in cabaret style. Prefer a cityscape backdrop? Choose from our two Newcastle city campus buildings, where rooms overlook the vibrant city and harbour. Experience the perfect blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication for your next event with us.

Facility Information

Smoking Area
Stage
Wifi/Internet Access
On-site Catering
On-site AV Services
Accessibility Facilities
Dance Floor
External Catering
External Music

Capacity chart

  • Venue Capacity:
    Venue Capacity (No. of people)
    500+
    people
Room name Banquet Boardroom Cabaret Cocktail Theatre U'shape
Great Hall
300
-
240
750
1000
-
Brennan Room
230
-
200
400
380
-
Local Connections
80
- -
150
- -
Treehouse
50
24
40
100
100
30
Q Seminar Room Single
-
20
- -
40
20
Q Seminar Room Combined
48
- -
120
110
-