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.
Simple, flexible packages
Choose from straightforward conference packages designed to make planning easy. Options can be adapted to suit your group, without unnecessary inclusions.
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.
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.
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.
Meeting spaces
Meetings can take place across a range of indoor and outdoor venues. From focused indoor settings to open spaces for discussion, each area can be arranged to suit your agenda.
・The Garden Room & Chapel
・The Wren
・The Wedgetail Pavilion
Breakout & workshop spaces
The grounds offer a variety of areas for smaller group sessions, workshops or informal discussions throughout the day.
・The Garden Room Lawn
・The Ceremony Lawn
・The Terrace at The Wren
・Goolabri Estate Grounds
Outdoor spaces
Open areas across the property provide opportunities for team activities, informal sessions or time away from structured meetings.
・Goolabri Estate Grounds
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
Smaller Conferences ・ Dining Room ・Outdoor Terrace Breakout Space
A warm, rustic venue with terrace views across the bushland. An intimate indoor space with adjoining outdoor terrace, well suited to smaller conferences.
・Main hall with vaulted ceilings and quintessential exposed timber trusses
・Open fireplace with brick chimney and leather chesterfield lounges
・Bar room with furnished bar and bushland valley views
・Outdoor terrace with built-in seating and sunset views
・Stage opening to both indoor and outdoor areas
・Permanent restroomsIncluded
・Chesterfield lounges
・Contemporary lounges
・Handcrafted tall timber rectangular bar tables & stools
・Built-in tables & bench seats on the terrace
Optional
・Timber folding chairs
・Tall round bar tables & stools
・Trestle tables
Included
・Warm ambient lighting scheme
・String lights above exposed trusses
・Wi-Fi
Optional
・Stage lighting
・P.A. system
・Mixing desk
・Data projector
・Bluetooth
Optional
・Goolabri can manage the bar
Optional
・Catering packages available for conferences
・You can hire our finishing kitchen in The Wren if your chosen caterer requires it
・Set up as early as you need to on your event day
・Access to Goolabri Estate grounds
・Free on-site parking
・See FAQs for essential detail
The Wedgetail Pavilion
450 seated ・ 1000 standing
Large Conferences ・Presentations
A spacious permanent marquee designed to sit naturally within the surrounding bushland landscape, offering a flexible indoor–outdoor layout for larger celebrations.
・ 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 restroomsIncluded
・Stone top hutch/ signing table
・Wine barrels
・Cocktail bar (structure only)
Optional
・Large round dining tables
・Timber folding chairs
・Vintage rattan lounge — single seater
・Vintage rattan lounge — two seater
・Tall round bar tables & stools
・Trestle tables
・Outdoor gas heaters
Included
・Warm ambient lighting scheme
・Wi-Fi
Optional
・Stage lighting
・P.A. system
・Mixing desk
・Data projector
・Bluetooth
Optional
・Goolabri can manage the bar
・You can self-manage the bar utilising our 'cocktail bar' in The Wedgetail Pavilion
Optional
・Catering packages available for conferences
・You can hire our finishing kitchen in The Wedgetail Pavilion if your your chosen caterer requires it
・See FAQs for essential detail
The Garden Room
80 seated ・ 120 standing
Smaller Conferences ・Outdoor breakout spaces
An airy and light-filled indoor space with high ceilings and a calm atmosphere, overlooking the gardens. Suited to smaller gatherings.
・ Garden views across the grounds
・ Vaulted ceilings with exposed historic timber trusses
・ Patio and private lawn
・ Entrance foyer with refreshment bar
・ RestroomsIncluded
・Handcrafted timber pews
Optional
・Timber folding chairs
・Tall round bar tables & stools
・Trestle tables
Included
・Warm ambient lighting scheme
・Small P.A. System
・Wi-Fi
Optional
・P.A. system
・Data projector
・Bluetooth
Optional
・Usually not required, but let us know if we can provide more information for you.
Optional
・Tea & coffee facilities
・Catering packages available for conferences
・See FAQs for essential detail
The Lawn
80 seated ・ 160 standing
Outdoor space
An open garden space set within manicured gardens with views across the surrounding bushland. This is a relaxed and natural environment for gathering.
・Permanent shade canopy
・ Views across gardens and bushland
・ Paved access to The Wren a short walk away
・ Restrooms available at The WrenOptional
・Timber folding chairs
・Trestle tables
Optional
・P.A. system
・Bluetooth
Optional
・Usually not required, but let us know if we can provide more information for you.
Optional
・Catering packages available for conferences
・See FAQs for essential detail
Goolabri Estate Grounds
Flexible capacity 5000+
Outdoor training days
180 acres of gardens, parkland and bushland nature reserve offer a variety of natural settings for outdoor ceremonies and photography throughout the day.
・ Access to the grounds included with venue hire
・ Rain check for photography
・ Vehicle and pedestrian access
・ Dams, springs and waterways
・ Gardens and open lawns
・ Nature reserve and bushland areas
・ Retired fairways and greens
・ Native birdlife and vegetation
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.
A guide to planning your event at Goolabri
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.
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Choose your spaces
Select the spaces and timing for your event
Start by choosing the spaces that suit your guest numbers and the style of event you’re planning. You may wish to include different areas dedicated to formal meeting spaces, break out areas, group activities and meal breaks.
2
Choose your refreshments
Tea & coffee facilities
We can provide a refreshments bar with a selection of pod coffees, teas and fresh milk
3
Choose your catering packages
Select one of our catering packages
We work with some of the region's most trusted caterers to bring you delicious and satisfying meals to sustain your productivity. All you need to do is let us know which options your prefer and we will arrange it for you.
Conferences FAQ
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. The Garden Room does come with a small P.A. System suited to speeches or background music only.
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.
For simple use such as speeches or background music, a sound technician 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 basic operation of the venue itself, however we leave you the space to manage your event in your own way.
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.
19.1
Who is responsible for cleaning & rubbish removal?
For conferences with minimal waste Goolabri is happy to take care of rubbish removal and cleaning.
22
Where is Goolabri and how do guests get there?
Goolabri is located just 15 minutes from Canberra. Guests typically arrive by car or taxi, depending on the event.
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.