Sunken Lawn

The Sunken Lawn is regularly used for smaller wedding receptions, corporate events and functions. The intimate feel of the lawn section creates an exclusive section of the grounds for guests. This area of the grounds is closely linked to the Civic Centre building and toilets and parking is easily accessible. If you would like to book this section of the grounds for a wedding please complete and submit an application form, available on our weddings page.

Fees and Charges 2025-226

*Disclaimer: When  Fee listed in this Schedule is updated by any Act, Regulation, local Law or Council Decisions, then the updated fee supersedes this schedule.

Sunken Lawn

Hire Fee 

Charity & Education (as per Council Policy) $0
Community - Per Hour $87
Wedding / Private Function / Commercial - Per Hour; Minimum 3 hours $408
Bond $1000

Related Documents 

Facility Hire - Conditions of Use

Bond Refund Request Form

Civic Centre Map

Please note that the Town is not currently accepting event bookings beyond 30 June 2026.

The Town will be moving to an online booking platform for all event and facility bookings from September 2025. Please keep an eye on the Town's website for further updates. 

Applicant Details


Booking Request Details

Will any external furniture or free standing structures, decorations, generators, lighting, banners or signage be erected?*This field is required.
Will you be using stakes or pickets to erect infrastructure?*This field is required.
Will alcohol be consumed?*This field is required.
Will your booking require the hire of bins?*This field is required.
Will vehicles need access to the Civic Centre Grounds or the beachfront?

Declaration

I/We have read, understood and agree to abide by the relevant Information and Conditions of Hire. All applications are subject to approval. Payment in full and requested documentation must be submitted prior to the start date.


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