Conferences: Facilities

Janet Clarke Hall has a large number of facilities that aim to make conferences run smoothly and guests feel relaxed and comfortable.

Equipment

Overhead data projectors
Screens
Whiteboards
Lectern with microphone/light
52 inch LCD television also suitable for power point/data-show use / VCR / Blu-Ray DVD

Special Functions

Janet Clarke Hall can provide formal or informal dining for conferences in our beautiful dining hall which seats up to 100 guests for dinner. Conference organisers are only limited by their imagination and budget as to function content. Function ideas might include: simple or exotic table decorations, themed dinners, linen tablecloths and napkins and a high quality steward service. Other functions or specialty meals might include courtyard BBQs, packed lunches, cheese and fruit platters, nibbles, finger food etc.

Disabled Access

Janet Clarke Hall has accommodation and facilities for the disabled.

On-Site Facilities

Internet/email and phone access
Free laundry facilities
Grand piano

Grounds and recreation

At the end of a long day of meetings, delegates can enjoy the following:
Our beautiful quadrangle
Play tennis or other sports on our court
Tennis court, billiards, table tennis
Television Rooms with DVD / VCR
Courtyard seating area
Rooftop seating area (daytime only)
Visit the local hotel a drink
Walk, run or jog around picturesque Princes Park (4.6km return)

Catering and hospitality

The magnificent dining hall can seat 100 guests in the traditional College style seating.
Janet Clarke Hall provides delicious and nutritious buffet meals. All meals feature a cooked selection and vegetarian items are always included. Special dietary requirements such as kosher, coeliac and halal can be easily accommodated. Your conference booking can be tailored to suit your program needs, with bed and breakfast options, or full board as well as catering options for non-resident conference participants. Drinks receptions can be arranged either on the courtyard (subject to the weather), or in a College reception room.

Conference-goers enjoy:

  • Continental Breakfast
  • Buffet-style or packed lunch
  • A two-course dinner served in Hall each evening

    All meals are freshly prepared in the College kitchens, using only the finest ingredients.

    Sample Menu

    Entree
    Pumpkin and toasted coconut soup with parmesan croutes and chives

    Main
    Roasted chicken and bacon roulade, Thyme cream stuffing, Grattan potatoes, sauteed spinach & Hazelnut jus gras

    Vegetarian
    Roasted field mushroom with a herb, tomato and eggplant risotto, sauteed spinach & sauce Soubise

    Dessert
    Orange curd tart, vanilla clotted cream & macerated berries

    Coffee and Port

    Wine List

    "Foundstone"
    2008
    Semillon Sauvingon Blanc
    Berton Vineyards,
    Yenda, NSW

    "The Bolter"
    2005
    Shiraz
    Yarraman Estates,
    Wybong, NSW

    "Greenpoint"
    2006
    Chardonnay
    Domain Chandon,
    Yarra Valley, VIC

    Penfolds Tawny Port
    2007
    Magill, SA

    Parking

    Onsite parking is available for between 10 - 20 vehicles (subject to semester breaks).

    Security

    Conference guests are issued with their own room key and a security swipe card for external doors. Staff are on duty to deal with after hours emergencies.

    Other Facilities

    A 7-Eleven store is located across the road, as is a hairdresser, post office, cafe, ATM, and hotel. Most other facilities are available on the university campus, including banks, chemist, and a grocery store. Lygon Street, a very popular spot for shops and restaurants in Melbourne is a short walk away.

    Additional Information

  • Exclusive use of the College for a conference is possible.
  • The College is staffed 24 hours a day.
  • Smoking is prohibited on the premises.