Estate
Conferences
Just 10 minutes from Canberra, Goolabri offers a private bushland setting for conferences, off-site meetings and team development days. A range of indoor and outdoor venues and 180 acres of gardens, parkland and bushland provide a refreshing alternative to traditional conference venues. The peaceful surroundings and flexible spaces make it an ideal place for teams to focus, reset and connect.
Our Offering
Natural bushland setting
The natural surroundings create an serene, focussed atmosphere for bringing people together.
Flexible spaces for meetings and breakout sessions
Choose from a range of indoor and outdoor spaces across the Goolabri grounds. From focused meeting rooms to open areas for group work, each space can be arranged to suit your agenda and create a natural flow throughout the day.
A setting that supports focus and connection
Step away from the office into a quiet bushland environment that encourages clear thinking, meaningful discussion and time to reset. The natural surroundings help create space for both structured sessions and informal conversations.
A blank canvas for your event
Start with the space and shape the event around your plans. We provide the venue while you choose catering, format and delivery, giving you flexibility in how your conference or team day comes together.
Simple, flexible packages
Choose from straightforward conference packages designed to make planning easy. Options can be adapted to suit your group, without unnecessary inclusions.
Discover how our spaces can be used
Across the grounds you'll find spaces suited to presentations, meetings and breakout sessions. Each offers a different environment, allowing you to structure your event in a way that supports both focus and collaboration.
Explore our venues
Each venue at Goolabri has its own character and setting. Some are suited to smaller meetings, others to larger presentations, while many can host several parts of your event.
The Wren
120 seated ・ 180 standing
Meeting ・ Workshop ・ Breakout
A warm and intimate venue suited to smaller meetings and group sessions. A character-filled indoor space with an adjoining terrace, ideal for workshops, team discussions and smaller conference groups.
・Main room with vaulted ceilings and exposed timber trusses
・Open fireplace with leather chesterfield lounges
・Bar room with bushland views
・Outdoor terrace with built-in seating
・Stage opening to both indoor and outdoor areas
・Sunset views
・Permanent restroomsInclusions
・Chesterfield lounges
・Contemporary lounges
・Handcrafted tall timber rectangular bar tables & stools
Hire Options
・Timber folding chairs
・Tall round bar tables & stools
Inclusions
・Warm ambient lighting scheme
・Wi-Fi
Hire Options
・Stage lighting
・P.A. system
・Mixing desk
・Data projector
・Bluetooth
Service Options
・Goolabri can manage the bar
・You can self-manage the bar in The Wren
Hire Options
・You can hire our finishing kitchen in The Wren if your chosen caterer requires it
・Catering packages
The Wedgetail Pavilion
450 seated ・ 1000 standing
Conference ・ Presentation ・ Breakout
A spacious indoor–outdoor venue suited to large conferences and presentations. A permanent pavilion set within the bushland landscape, offering a flexible indoor–outdoor layout. The space is well suited to larger groups, presentations and full-day conference programs.
・ Grand masonry entrance staircase
・ Large stage
・ Dance floor
・ Ambient canopy lighting
・ Timber deck overlooking bushland and water
・ Open-air breakout area
・ Indoor–outdoor design with full weather protection
・ All-weather faux grass flooring
・ Permanent restroomsInclusions
・Stone top hutch/ signing table
・Wine barrels
・Cocktail bar (structure only)
Hire Options
・Large round dining tables
・Timber folding chairs
・Tall round bar tables & stools
・Outdoor gas heaters
Inclusions
・Warm ambient lighting scheme
・Wi-Fi
Hire Options
・Stage lighting
・P.A. system
・Mixing desk
・Data projector
・Bluetooth
Service Options
・Goolabri can manage the bar
・You can self-manage the bar in The Wren
Hire Options
・You can hire our finishing kitchen in The Wedgetail Pavilion if your your chosen caterer requires it
The Garden Room
80 seated ・ 120 standing
Meeting ・Workshop ・Presentation
A light-filled indoor space ideal for focused meetings and workshops. An airy venue with high ceilings and garden views, suited to smaller conferences, presentations and group sessions.
・ Garden views across the grounds
・ Vaulted ceilings with exposed historic timber trusses
・ Patio and private lawn
・ Entrance foyer with refreshment bar
・ RestroomsInclusions
Hire Options
・Timber folding chairs
・Tall round bar tables & stools
Inclusions
・Warm ambient lighting scheme
・Small P.A. System
・Wi-Fi
Hire Options
・P.A. system
・Data projector
・Bluetooth
Service Options
Hire Options
・Tea & coffee facilities
・Catering packages
The Lawn
80 seated ・ 160 standing
Breakout ・ Outdoor・ Team Activities
An open outdoor space suited to breakout sessions and team activities. A flexible garden setting that works well for informal sessions, group activities or time away from structured meetings.
・Permanent shade canopy
・ Views across gardens and bushland
・ Paved access to The Wren a short walk away
・ Restrooms available at The WrenInclusions
Hire Options
・Timber folding chairs
Inclusions
Hire Options
・P.A. system
・Bluetooth
Service Options
Hire Options
Goolabri Estate Grounds
Flexible capacity 5000+
Outdoor ・ Team Building ・ Breakout
180 acres of gardens, parkland and bushland for outdoor sessions and large-scale use. The wider grounds offer extensive space for outdoor activities, breakout sessions and team development programs.
・ Access to gardens, parkland and bushland
・Suitable for team building and outdoor sessions
・ Vehicle and pedestrian access across the site
・ Open areas for flexible use
・ Dams, waterways and natural features
・ Quiet areas for informal breakout groups
We do things differently at Goolabri. That's what people love. We provide the space for you to create your vision as you see it.
Your conference, your way
What will your conference look like?
Conferences here work a little differently to traditional venues — there are no fixed packages and you only pay for what you actually need. This approach works well for organisations that prefer flexibility and control over how their event is delivered.
At Goolabri we keep conferences simple. We provide the venue and if you require catering and audio visual equipment we can provide that too.
Most of the information you need is already here on our website, but we are happy to answer any remaining questions by email or over the phone. You have the option to book a venue tour in advance, but it is usually not needed for conferences.
Take a look through these steps and you’ll be well prepared to build your quote and book a venue visit.
A guide to planning your event at Goolabri
1
Choose your spaces
Select the spaces and timing for your event
2
Choose your refreshments
Tea & coffee facilities
3
Choose your catering
Select one of our catering packages
4
Come and see, if you like
But it's entirely up to you
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Would you like exclusive use of the venue?
It's an option
Conference Venue Hire Inclusions
Goolabri provides the venue and the essentials, with the flexibility to add what you need and choose what suits your event.
1. Venue Hire Inclusions
・Small P.A. System
・ Access to your chosen venue space
・Select permanent furnishings
・Access to Goolabri Estate Grounds
・Free on-site parking
・Restroom facilities
・Waste management
・Furniture (see furniture catalogue)
・Stone top hutch/ signing table
・Wine barrels
・Cocktail bar (structure only)
・Chesterfield lounges
・Contemporary lounges
・Handcrafted tall timber rectangular bar tables & stools
・Warm ambient lighting scheme
・Wi-Fi
・Event setup & packdown
・Cleaning
2. Optional Extras from Goolabri
・Large round dining tables
・Timber folding chairs
・Tall round bar tables & stools
・Outdoor gas heaters
・Goolabri can manage the bar
・You can self-manage the bar in The Wren
・You can self-manage the bar utilising our 'cocktail bar' in The Wedgetail Pavilion
・You can hire our finishing kitchen in The Wren if your chosen caterer requires it
・You can hire our finishing kitchen in The Wedgetail Pavilion if your your chosen caterer requires it
・Generator hire (for finishing kitchen)
・Tall fridges
・Fridges
・15 amp power supply
・Plate warmer
・Tea & coffee facilities
・Catering packages
・Stage lighting
・P.A. system
・Mixing desk
・Data projector
・Bluetooth
3. Your Suppliers
・Event planning
4. Your Essentials
・A single nominated event contact
5. Your Essentials for Large Events
furniture catalogue
・Small P.A. System
・ Access to your chosen venue space
The spaces you’ve chosen for each part of your event.
・Select permanent furnishings
・Access to Goolabri Estate Grounds
Enjoy the use of the surrounding gardens, bushland and open areas. If you book the entire venue, talk to us about securing exclusive access to the property.
・Free on-site parking
Ample parking available within the property for guests.
・Restroom facilities
Accessible facilities located within or near your venue.
・Waste management
Additional waste may need to be removed depending on your event size.
・Furniture (see furniture catalogue)
Round tables
Trestle tables
Timber folding chairs
Bar tables
Cane Lounge Single Seat
Cane Lounge 2 Seater
Tall Fridges
・Stone top hutch/ signing table
・Wine barrels
・Cocktail bar (structure only)
・Chesterfield lounges
・Contemporary lounges
・Handcrafted tall timber rectangular bar tables & stools
3 tables (Seat 6-8 each)
・Warm ambient lighting scheme
Soft lighting throughout the venue to create a relaxed atmosphere.
・Wi-Fi
・Event setup & packdown
・Cleaning
Arrange cleaning or organise a team to reset the space after your event.
Frequently Asked Questions
Events at Goolabri are flexible and self-directed. A few key things to keep in mind:
・ We provide the venue, while you shape the event around your plans
・ There are no fixed packages — you choose what to include
・ You’re free to work with your own suppliers
・ We’re happy to recommend trusted professionals who know the venue well
The FAQs below cover the practical details to help you plan your event.
1
Does Goolabri provide event planning?
Goolabri is a venue hire space, which means you have the flexibility to organise your event in your own way.
3
What’s included with venue hire?
Venue hire includes access to your chosen space along with essential facilities such as:
・the venue itself
・ambient house lighting
・select furnishings listed with venue
・restroom facilities
Additional items and services can be added depending on your needs.4
Which items are included and which are optional?
Venue hire covers the essentials, while furniture, styling elements, additional equipment and bar services can be added as optional extras depending on your plans.
5
Will I be paying for anything I don’t need?
No — the pricing model is designed so you only pay for what you choose to include. You can adjust your quote at any time to suit your plans and budget.
6
How can I access your preferred suppliers?
We’re happy to share recommendations for trusted suppliers who know the venue well. These are typically provided once you begin planning or during your venue tour.
7
What’s the next step?
Once you’ve explored the website and built a quote, the next step is to book a venue tour. This gives you a chance to see the spaces in person and ask any remaining questions.
8.1
What are the catering options for conferences?
We have a range of conference catering packages for you to choose from that are provided by some of our preferred conference caterers.
10
Is the P.A. system included with venue hire?
The P.A. system is available to hire as an optional extra, but not included with venue hire. The benefit of using our in house system is that it is already tuned to the venue for optimum sound quality.
10.1
Does the P.A. system come with someone to operate it?
No. The P.A. system does not come with a sound technician or operator.
For simple use such as speeches or background music, a sound technician or operator is not required.
If your event involves live music or more complex audio, we recommend engaging a professional sound technician. We’re happy to suggest providers who are familiar with the venue.10.2
Is the P.A. system suitable for live bands?
Yes. Our P.A. systems in both The Wren and The Wedgetail Pavilion are suitable for live bands.
If artists have specific technical sound requirements, talk to us and we will be happy to provide more detail.10.3
Can I bring my own P.A. system?
Yes — you’re welcome to use your own equipment if it suits your event.
11
Why does Bluetooth need to be booked in advance?
Bluetooth access is scheduled to ensure reliable use during your event. Booking in advance helps make sure everything is ready when you need it.
15
Will there be Goolabri staff on the day?
Goolabri staff will be present at key times to support the operation of the venue and ensure everything runs smoothly.
17
What parking is available?
Ample free parking is available on site. For larger events, it’s helpful to arrange attendants to guide guests on arrival.
18
When can I set up my event?
You may set up your event as early as you like on the event day
19
Do we need insurance?
Yes — you’ll need to arrange one-off Event Public & Products Liability insurance. This is very straightforward and typically costs between $220 and $450.
20
Who is responsible for cleaning?
You’re responsible for leaving the venue as you found it. This can be done by hiring a cleaner or organising it yourselves. A cleaning deposit is required at booking.
22
Where is Goolabri and how do guests get there?
Goolabri is located just 15 minutes from Canberra. Guests typically arrive by car, taxi or rideshare depending on the event.
22.2
Can guests get taxis or rideshares to and from Goolabri?
Yes — taxis and rideshare services are available, although availability may vary later in the evening.
23
Is everywhere accessible by wheelchair?
All venues are accessible.There are easy paved surfaces to The Wren, Garden Room & Ceremony Lawn. To access the Wedgetail Pavilion we provide accessible parking next to the venue. See our Contact & Visit Goolabri page for more detail.
What our clients are saying
A great place for functions of all kinds
Rob
May
An incredible location for any event
Capoiera Angola
Canberra
An amazing venue
Bec
M
Five stars is not enough to give our experience at Goolabri
David
Strickland
Goolabri's wedding and conference centre is brilliant
Mike
Marshall
Very spacious and clean place with a big sitting area and peaceful environment
Kulwinder
Kaur
Book your conference at Goolabri today
Every event at Goolabri is a little different. Explore pricing by building a quote and arrange a venue visit to see the spaces in person.
1
Get a conference quote
Send us an email
Please email Ben at info@goolabri.com for a customised conference package quote.
2
Tour the venue
Come and see for yourself
Once you’ve explored the venue information and built your quote, you’re ready to come and see Goolabri for yourself.
You may book a tour to take a closer look at the spaces, grounds and facilities, and get a feel for how your event could come together. We’ll also be there to answer any remaining questions you may have.
Booking a tour is not essential though, and usually our conference guests are happy to save time and simply arrive on the day.