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The Auditorium at Empower Spaces

Name: The Auditorium at Empower Spaces
Address: 1 Development Court, Caloundra West, 4551, AU
Price range: from $150 hire fee / per hour

Event Space in a Church

Semi-private area

About this space

The Auditorium is our largest venue at Empower Spaces, providing a spacious and highly flexible event setting in Caloundra for groups of approximately 50–250 people.

Featuring a large stage and presentation screen, the Auditorium is well suited to conferences, seminars, presentations, training days, workshops, performances, community events and larger private functions.

The flexible seating layout can be adapted to suit different event styles and group sizes, while air conditioning, Wi-Fi and accessible access help provide a comfortable experience for guests.

Additional audiovisual equipment and event setup requirements can be discussed with our team when booking.

With capacity for up to 250 guests, The Auditorium is an excellent option for organisations looking for a larger event venue on the southern Sunshine Coast without travelling to Maroochydore or Brisbane.

Capacity: 50–250 people
Great for: Conferences, seminars, corporate events, presentations, training days, performances, workshops and community events

Prices

Sunday

1:30 pm – 6:00 am

from $200 hire fee per hour

Per hour

1:30 pm – 6:00 am

from $200

All prices include GST.

Monday

Open 24 hours

from $150 hire fee per hour

Per hour

Open 24 hours

from $150

All prices include GST.

Tuesday

Open 24 hours

from $150 hire fee per hour

Per hour

Open 24 hours

from $150

All prices include GST.

Wednesday

Open 24 hours

from $150 hire fee per hour

Per hour

Open 24 hours

from $150

All prices include GST.

Thursday

Open 24 hours

from $150 hire fee per hour

Per hour

Open 24 hours

from $150

All prices include GST.

Friday

6:00 am – 3:00 pm

from $150 hire fee per hour

Per hour

6:00 am – 3:00 pm

from $150

All prices include GST.

Best price guarantee

Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing

up to 400
Dining

up to 120
Theatre

up to 300
Boardroom

up to 150
Classroom

up to 150

Catering and drinks

Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice

Space where you can prepare food

Facilities

Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Free parking is available on-site (12 spaces)
Free on-street parking
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Venue allows playing your own music
Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead

Accessibility

Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Guests can enter without using stairs

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for

Host rules

Booking times: Access is permitted only during your confirmed booking period. Please ensure your setup and pack-down are completed within your booked time. Additional time may incur extra charges.

Care of the space: Please leave the room clean, tidy and returned to its original setup. Tables and chairs should be returned to their designated areas and all rubbish removed. Additional cleaning may be charged at $100 per hour where required.

Damage: Hirers are responsible for any damage caused by themselves, their guests or attendees. Please report any damage or maintenance issues as soon as possible.

Smoking, vaping & alcohol: Smoking and vaping are not permitted on or around the premises. Alcohol and illicit substances are not permitted on site.

Children & vulnerable people: The hirer is responsible for appropriate supervision of children and vulnerable persons attending their booking.

Electrical equipment: Any portable electrical equipment brought onto the premises must be appropriately tested and tagged.

AV & equipment: Sound, media and projection equipment must be arranged and approved in advance. Some equipment may require an approved operator and additional fees may apply.

After-hours bookings: Hirers using the venue after hours are responsible for ensuring lights are switched off and the premises are properly secured when leaving.

Insurance: Commercial hirers may be required to provide evidence of appropriate insurance, including $20 million public liability insurance where applicable.

Please note: Confirmation of a booking indicates acceptance of Empower Spaces' full Conditions of Hire. Additional conditions may apply depending on the space, activity and equipment required.