Christine McAuslan Room at Ross House

  31 reviews  – 
247-251 Flinders Lane, Melbourne, 3000
Flinders Street Station (200 m)

About this space

Welcome to the Christine McAuslan Room, a cozy enclave designed to foster seamless collaboration for up to 8 individuals. Nestled on level one, this intimate space exudes warmth, setting the perfect stage for productive discussions whether in-person or hybrid.

With a suite of essential amenities including a TV, USB camera, and microphone, this room is tailored to elevate your hybrid meeting experiences to new heights. Say goodbye to disengaged virtual participants – our setup ensures that everyone feels fully immersed and valued in the conversation.

Operating from the crack of dawn until the stars emerge in the night sky, access to this versatile space is granted through a secure keypad code provided upon booking. Embrace flexibility by reserving the room in convenient half-hour increments, allowing you to tailor your meeting schedule to your exact requirements.

Got questions or ready to secure this meeting haven? Reach out to us without delay. Our dedicated team is here to assist you from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, ensuring that your next gathering is a resounding success. Let's transform your meetings into moments of inspired collaboration.


Prices

Sunday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include GST.
Our lowest rates are available to small not for profit organisations.

Prices are dependent on user type:
• Small not for profit $14/hr
• Large not for profit $18/hr
• Small for profit $16/hr
• Large for profit $20/hr
• Individual $16/hr
• Government Organisation $20/hr
Monday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include GST.
Our lowest rates are available to small not for profit organisations.

Prices are dependent on user type:
• Small not for profit $14/hr
• Large not for profit $18/hr
• Small for profit $16/hr
• Large for profit $20/hr
• Individual $16/hr
• Government Organisation $20/hr
Tuesday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include GST.
Our lowest rates are available to small not for profit organisations.

Prices are dependent on user type:
• Small not for profit $14/hr
• Large not for profit $18/hr
• Small for profit $16/hr
• Large for profit $20/hr
• Individual $16/hr
• Government Organisation $20/hr
Wednesday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include GST.
Our lowest rates are available to small not for profit organisations.

Prices are dependent on user type:
• Small not for profit $14/hr
• Large not for profit $18/hr
• Small for profit $16/hr
• Large for profit $20/hr
• Individual $16/hr
• Government Organisation $20/hr
Thursday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include GST.
Our lowest rates are available to small not for profit organisations.

Prices are dependent on user type:
• Small not for profit $14/hr
• Large not for profit $18/hr
• Small for profit $16/hr
• Large for profit $20/hr
• Individual $16/hr
• Government Organisation $20/hr
Friday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include GST.
Our lowest rates are available to small not for profit organisations.

Prices are dependent on user type:
• Small not for profit $14/hr
• Large not for profit $18/hr
• Small for profit $16/hr
• Large for profit $20/hr
• Individual $16/hr
• Government Organisation $20/hr
Saturday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Per hour
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include GST.
Our lowest rates are available to small not for profit organisations.

Prices are dependent on user type:
• Small not for profit $14/hr
• Large not for profit $18/hr
• Small for profit $16/hr
• Large for profit $20/hr
• Individual $16/hr
• Government Organisation $20/hr
Pricing updated by venue 6 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

Capacity

Dining
up to 8
Boardroom
up to 8

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue doesn’t provide alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Storage space
Paid parking is available on-site (1 space)
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Community Hub
Air Purifier
Projector
Flipchart
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible
Disabled parking space available
Lift to all floors

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- No Smoking in the building
- Outside catering is allowed
- Please respect other users of the building
- Clean up after yourself
- Keep noise to a minimum in the meeting rooms and halls

Cancellation policy: Flexible

Show cancellation details

Reviews and ratings

(31 reviews and ratings - )

L
Lye K.
January 2024

Staff was very responsive and professional. Glad to use the space

E
Esis T.
February 2024

So wonderful to talk with and was an easy process.


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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within couple of hours
Response rate: 100%

About Ross House

Ross House, a five-story heritage-listed building nestled in Flinders Lane, Melbourne CBD, stands as a welcoming hub for those seeking affordable meeting room rentals and community networking opportunities.

Positioned conveniently, just 200m from Flinders St Railway Station and surrounded by accessible tram routes along Elizabeth, Swanston, and Collins Streets, Ross House provides a central and easily reachable location for a variety of purposes.

Our rooms are versatile and cater to a range of purposes, making them ideal for various events such as hybrid meetings and conferences, workshops and training sessions, business and special interest gatherings, classes, and tutoring, professional development days, as well as in-person presentations and talks.

Proudly the only self-managed and community-owned not-for-profit building in Melbourne since 1987, Ross House has been an integral part of the city's social justice and environmental community. Situated on the ancestral land of the Wurundjeri people, we acknowledge and honor them as traditional owners.

Ross House serves as a supportive environment for community groups to grow, connect, and evolve, offering affordable office space to over 50 small not-for-profit groups dedicated to environmental and social justice causes. Choosing Ross House as your venue means actively supporting the social justice and environmental movement in Melbourne.

CANCELLATION POLICY
At least 2 business days is required for cancellation of room bookings, otherwise 50% of the hire price will be charged. If no notification is given before the date of the meeting, the full price will be charged regardless of whether the room was used or not.

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FAQ

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

Event date of a confirmed booking can be changed to another date within 1 months from the original date, at no cost.

At Ross House, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed
  • Paid parking is available on-site: 1 spaces
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby
At Christine McAuslan Room, you can host various events such as Meetings, Conference / Seminar.

Here are the recent pricing details for various rooms at Ross House:

  • Rainbow Meeting Room hosting 8 guests: $133.10
  • Hayden Raysmith Meeting Room hosting 60 guests: $266.20
  • Christine McAuslan Room hosting 8 guests: $34.60
  • Esther Harris Meeting Room hosting 6 guests: $61.50
  • Jenny Florence Meeting Room hosting 20 guests: $199.70

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Ross House is located at 247-251 Flinders Lane, in the Melbourne. The nearest metro station is Flinders Street Station.


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