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About the Centre

Carina Community Centre provides a practical and accessible space for community use.  This privately managed, not a council or public facility is available for hire on a scheduled basis, the Centre accommodates regular and casual bookings, with hire fees and times varying according to the needs of each group.

The Centre encourages community participation in a welcoming, safe environment for groups of different sizes and purposes. Rooms and facilities are designed to support a variety of activities.

FACILITIES FOR HIRE


– MAIN HALL (Schedule MH)



MAIN HALL : 188m288 m squared Floor + 18m218 m squared Stage area plus change room NB:NO FOOD or DRINK IN THIS AREA *See conditions below

  • Dance floor (11×18 mt)
  • Fans
  • Air conditioning
  • Stage
  • Stage spotlights
  • Stage – change room (3 x 2mt)
  • Wheelchair lift to stage
  • Piano
  • Two fitted speakers wall mounted
  • Projector screen
  • Timber Dance floor
  • One side has fixed bench seating

    The Main Hall features a beautiful timber floor – the hall floor is constructed with traditional high oil content timber which means it cannot be sealed.
    This specialized flooring:
    – Is vulnerable to permanent staining from any liquid, chemical, or food contact
    – Cannot be effectively cleaned once stained – requires professional treatment
    – Will absorb food, oils, beverages, and liquids causing significant detriment
    – Is extremely costly to remediate
    – Hence no food, drink, liquid, or other substance capable of causing damage is permitted here

    The ADJACENT connecting room is available for food and drink access, if required with the hall.

    – MAIN HALL + ADJACENT ROOM (Schedule MHA)
    Includes adjacent joining activity room that is fit for food and drink along with table and chair seating if required. (seating at tables for 48 comfortably, more theater style)
    Chairs *Note-can extend via adjoining partitioned rooms to 115 seated – (more for theater style).


– ACTIVITY ROOM – Adjacent connecting door to Hall (Schedule ACH 1 – 2)


ZONE 1 adjoining area via FIRST Hall doors
  • Fans
  • Chairs – up to 32 seated at tables comfortably – (more for theater style).
  • Tables
  • Fridge
  • Wall side bench

    ZONE 2 adjoining area via MIDDLE Hall doors
  • Fans
  • Chairs – up to 24 seated at tables comfortably – (more for theater style).
  • Tables
  • Parkside windows


    • – ACTIVITY ROOM – Parkside (Schedule AP 2 to 4)

    *Zone 1 is excluded but may be an option if main hall is not in use)

    ZONE 2 additional adjoining area via sliding partition. (24 seated at tables)
    * ZONE 2 may not be available if the Main hall is in use at the same booking time.

    ZONE 3 additional adjoining area via sliding partition.
  • Chairs – up to 24 seated at tables – (more for theater style).
  • Tables
  • Windows Parkside

    ZONE 4 additional adjoining area via sliding partition.
  • Tables
  • Chairs – up to 32 seated at tables comfortably – (more for theater style).
  • Fans
  • Sink – cold water only for activities
  • Small sink bench
  • Windows Parkside

    • – MEETING ROOM (Schedule MR)


    Closed room 8 x 8mtr

    • Tables
    • Chairs – 50 seated at tables comfortably, more theater style
    • 10x Power points
    • Fridge
    • Sink
    • Small sink bench
    • Fans
    • Air conditioning
    • Private room
    • Kitchen and food preparation areas (licensed use only) –(Schedule K)
    • Covered Patio (Schedule CP)
    • The Male/Female and Accessible toilet and hallway are shared areas servicing all of center
    • Cold water bubbler
    • Support for both regular, casual and one-off bookings

    Facilities & Access

    Parking and Access

    • On-site parking is available, including accessible bays.
    • Additional street parking is located in surrounding streets.
    • The Centre is accessible by bus, with stops located within walking distance for convenient public transport access.
      (5 minute walk from STOP 36 – Pembroke Street)
      (9 min walk from STOP 35 – Old Cleveland Road)

    Park Surrounds
    The Centre is set alongside established local parkland, with nearby green spaces, walking paths, playgrounds and recreational areas. This provides a pleasant setting for visitors and contributes to the welcoming community-focused environment.
    There is a closed “dog park” close by, but please note that animals are not permitted in or outside the building. (assistance animals exempt)

    Carina Community Centre provides a reliable and inclusive venue that supports connection, participation and community engagement across the local area.