Ivory s Rock Conventions & Events
Contents Overview 3-4 Conference Centre 5 Casuarina Restaurant and Function Centre 6 Jacaranda Café and Camping Ground 7 The Pavilion 8 The Amphitheatre 9 Accommodation 10-11 Venue and Accommodation Capacities 12 2
Overview Ivory s Rock is a spectacular function, outdoor convention and event facility for 10 to 5,000 people, in 600 hectares of private parklands and natural forested conservation areas. Not just one venue, it is a village of venues which can be used individually or combined to suit a variety of needs, with plenty of space to move. Choose from three elegant meeting and function venues, a 5,000-seat outdoor amphitheatre, outdoor convention and exhibition facilities, and accommodation from retreat-style cabins to landscaped campgrounds. Location Strategically located less than one hour from Brisbane CBD, one hour from Brisbane International Airport, 90 minutes from the Gold Coast, and 20 minutes from Ipswich. Ivory s Rock caters for Conferences and Meetings Weddings and Functions Retreats and Bootcamps Outdoor Conventions and Jamborees Tradeshows and Exhibitions Special Events, Concerts and Festivals Meetings, conferences and workshops Get out of the office and take the team somewhere fresh Three separate meeting venues, each in their own private setting, with lots of natural light, outdoor spaces and break-out options. The largest room capacity seats 360 people theatre style. Weddings and private functions Design your own event with a selection of fantastic function venues with landscaped outdoor areas and absolute privacy. Select from the Casuarina Function Centre, the Conference Hall, or your own outdoor space for your ceremony and reception or private function. There are unlimited photo opportunity sites including our lake and private boulevards to even accommodate a horse-drawn carriage. With a range of onsite accommodation, Ivory s Rock offers you the opportunity to have your wedding or function all in the same location. Retreats and bootcamps For business, health, yoga, fitness, environment retreats and more Retreat-style accommodation in cabins, villas and fully-equipped safari tents allow the opportunity for residential conferences and retreats from small to large numbers with a tranquility and space not found in city venues, and yet easily accessable. Enjoy the secluded facilities of Ironbark Village or the expansive campgrounds for larger groups. Spacious outdoor grounds and bushwalking options, evening campfires, night-sky viewing and wildlife in abundance. Outdoor conventions and jamborees Take your convention outdoors but with all the modern and extensive facilities you need for large numbers of delegates. The 5,000 seat outdoor shaded amphitheatre combines with the outdoor open style Pavilion including catering facilities, organiser offices, display and exhibition facilities to provide a unique convention venue. The outdoor facilities can be combined with the meeting and function rooms for workshops, indoor activities and dining options. The Pavilion provides a village of shops and outdoor café areas around a central all-weather dome, a 3
wonderful venue for alfresco dining and casual meetings and entertainment day or night. Landscaped campgrounds provide accommodation for 3,000+ with modern bathroom facilities, options for fully-equipped and powered safari-tents, and motorhomes by arrangement. Caravan and RV club conventions welcome. Tradeshows, exhibitions and field days Ivory s Rock is strategically located close to Brisbane and Ipswich and in the heart of South-East Queensland country. With extensive support facilities complemented by a stunning natural backdrop, Ivory s Rock is a unique venue for outdoor events. The generous landscaped outdoor spaces, permanent bathroom amenities, Pavilion convention area, Amphitheatre and meeting and function rooms offer numerous combinations that event organisers can choose from to design their event. There is easy access to the Pavilion area for exhibition and trade show vehicles and display equipment, including the dome undercover display or entertainment space. Car parking for more than 1,000 cars is available onsite with front gate reception facilities available for large events. Coach transport can be arranged, and IR is 20 minutes from Ipswich railway station. Special events, concerts and festivals The Amphitheatre has tiered seating suitable for theatre or dining style. Set against the backdrop of Ivory s Rock it provides an outdoor shaded venue complemented by full stage, backstage, production and translation facilities. Bathrooms are easily accessible and designed for to cope with full capacity events with ease. The Amphitheatre is accessible by coach. Concerts can also be held in the Pavilion or in a natural parkland area to suit requirements. A helipad is available for helicopter landings. 4
The Conference Centre Located adjacent to bushland in a parklike setting, The Ivory s Rock Conference Centre is superbly appointed. It offers the facilities of a modern 5-star hotel CBD conference centre located in a tranquil and beautiful setting. The sound of the wind in the tree and birdsong add to the lustre of the gorgeous setting. Able to facilitate training seminars (with or without catering), performance arts such as stage shows, musical performance or film it can also be quickly turned to a full dinner setting. It holds up to 360 people theatre style. Fully covered verandas offer breakout opportunities along with the manicured lawn and garden areas. In the evenings these verandas offer a relaxing expansion for cocktail parties and social events. Features 15m x 24m of conference space Capacity 100 U-shaped, 180 classroom, 360 theatre style, dining 3m x 2.4m folded optic rear projection video screen Food preparation area / kitchenette, dishwasher Full length windows providing natural light Black out curtains for audio visual Quality carpeting Reverse cycle air conditioning Disable access and bathroom Outdoor verandas and break out areas Private bush setting Further information regarding technical equipment and services is available upon request. Note Full AV/sound system hire package is available upon request. Ivory s Rock Conventions & Events Enquiries/Bookings: (+61) 7 5464 8483 Admin: (+61) 7 5464 8200 Fax: (+61) 7 5467 2394 P.O. Box 923 Ipswich, Queensland 4305 Mt. Flinders Road, Peak Crossing, Queensland, 4306 5
The Casuarina Restaurant & Function Centre The Casuarina Restaurant and Function Centre provides the exciting opportunity to offer a memorable dining experience to complement other activities you are planning. The venue is located in shady bushland surrounded by manicured gardens. There is a delightful entrance and reception area serviced by a fully equipped bar and club lounge where guests can be welcomed and socialise prior to their event. The venue has five separate dining rooms. Three of these can be opened and combined as one room to accommodate up to 150 people theatre style for presentations and seminar activity. Additional breakout rooms are available. The Casuarina Function Centre has a fully operational commercial kitchen suitable for providing elegant high quality dining for your guests, an outstanding and unforgettable dining experience. With wide verandas, alfresco dining is another option available to offer your guests. Suitable for: Conferences Wedding receptions AGMs Chapter meetings Promotional presentations...and a host of other activities, The Casuarina Conference Centre at Ivory s Rock is unique. It offers simply the best possible dining experience and catering in a most unique bush setting. You must consider it for your next event. Contact us to provide you with further details. Wedding receptions are a specialty. Ivory s Rock Conventions & Events Enquiries/Bookings: (+61) 7 5464 8483 Admin: (+61) 7 5464 8200 Fax: (+61) 7 5467 2394 P.O. Box 923 Ipswich, Queensland 4305 Mt. Flinders Road, Peak Crossing, Queensland, 4306 6
The Jacaranda Cafe and Camping Ground The Jacaranda Cafe is located in the northern corner of the site. It is a simple well-appointed structure with wide Queensland verandas suitable for evening meals and quiet breakfasts. Guests can enjoy listening to kookaburras and magpies greeting the day. The venue is also serviced by a fully functional commercial kitchen. With an air conditioned interior and veranda seating the cafe can service up to 56 guests. There is adjacent parking and wide lawns for the erection of extra marquees if required. A fully serviced campground is attached to this venue and modern bathroom facilities available for patrons. For group bookings large fully serviced tents can be provided upon request with beds, bedding, towels and linen. It is a quiet and private location suitable for smaller conferences, trainings, meetings and functions. Audio visual packages are available for hire on request. Ivory s Rock Conventions & Events Enquiries/Bookings: (+61) 7 5464 8483 Admin: (+61) 7 5464 8200 Fax: (+61) 7 5467 2394 P.O. Box 923 Ipswich, Queensland 4305 Mt. Flinders Road, Peak Crossing, Queensland, 4306 7
The Pavillion A permanent structure, the Pavilion provides a central meeting point for the venue capable of providing full catering, shops for concessions, giftware, promotional activity and table seating for up to 3000 people. The large central dome provides over 600 metres in coverage. It can be used as a recreational area for guests being served food and beverage at café style tables or is suitable for a central stage and art performances music, speakers, comedy, drama, etc. There are 29 shops servicing the Pavilion placed in a horse shoe arc around the central dome. Each shop has a floor space of 36 square metres and a rear service and delivery area. All shops have full power and water. Generally the shops are used as cafes, bars, concession stands and information booths. The paved and landscaped area in front of the shops offers areas for cafes, bar and restaurant patrons to enjoy an outdoor bush setting in relative comfort and safety. The Pavilion offers a range of usage. With large onsite camping conferences it offers a central village style location to meet, socialise and enjoy performances. It is also suitable for Field Days and Expos, with a capacity to expand display areas outward from the Pavilion for machinery displays and marquees. The Pavilion provides an excellent location as a secondary sound stage for multi-level activity. There is accessible parking and the shade sails surrounding the central dome make the venue usable 12 months of the year. The area has full lighting, bitumen roads and heavy vehicle access. Ivory s Rock Conventions & Events Enquiries/Bookings: (+61) 7 5464 8483 Admin: (+61) 7 5464 8200 Fax: (+61) 7 5467 2394 P.O. Box 923 Ipswich, Queensland 4305 Mt. Flinders Road, Peak Crossing, Queensland, 4306 8
The Amphitheatre Created in a natural concave hillside setting the Ivory s Rock Amphitheatre provides a breathtaking and spectacular location for any number of activities. Entirely covered with shade sails, the venue can be used from morning through to late night. Access roads provide good walking trails that are well lit and safe and an overall pleasant parkland vista gives this bush setting venue a comfortable and invigorating feeling. The venue can hold up to 5,000 people with modern bathrooms provided and room for food and beverage concessions. This can be complemented by utilising this venue in concert with the pavilion and its shops and seating areas. Seating can be configured theatre style or dining style with tables and chairs. There are sound booths located at the rear and a wide area designed for lobby and reception. Large tour buses can access the facility. The stage is well appointed and functional. Backstage there are VIP rooms for performers and presenters. There is a room strategically located for audio visual production, a broadcast room and a control room for production Directors. It is feasible and possible to achieve direct broadcast from this facility. A full technical data sheet with venue layouts and design is available upon request. Large vehicles can access the venue backstage and a large turning circle at the rear of the seating area and lobby also allows for access front of house. Full audio/visual hire packages are available upon request. The Amphitheatre is a spectacular venue, with great acoustics, a full license and catering facilities, and will present your next production as a truly memorable experience. Ivory s Rock Conventions & Events Enquiries/Bookings: (+61) 7 5464 8483 Admin: (+61) 7 5464 8200 Fax: (+61) 7 5467 2394 P.O. Box 923 Ipswich, Queensland 4305 Mt. Flinders Road, Peak Crossing, Queensland, 4306 9
Accommodation Ivory s Rock offers a range of accommodation options. For large conventions, conferences, jamborees and educational camps the extensive campgrounds can be utilised. The Campgrounds offer accommodation for up to 3,000 people. Set in 42 hectares of landscaped parklands, there are six major areas all appointed with modern bathrooms and storm shelters. There are powered sites available in limited numbers suitable for caravans and motor homes. The Ivory s Rock team can provide fully equipped Safari style tents with bedding if required. For smaller groups and for personal visits, Ivory s Rock offers a range of regular accommodation options. Ironbark Village The Ironbark Village facility has 12 small cabins for up to 24 people. There is a fully equipped self-service café/dining room. Ironbark provides a delightful location where guests can wind down, go bushwalking and enjoy a serene, natural environment. There is a small meeting area, or groups can access the conference centre. 10
The Lodge Included in Ironbark Village is a Lodge and four annexes are situated on a ridge line overlooking the valley with a spectacular vista of Ivory s Rock. The lodge is a self-contained dwelling which has a kitchenette, dining room and small living room, a separate bedroom with a walk in closet and ensuite bathroom. Adjacent to the Lodge are four one bedroom annexes each have an ensuite bathroom, a bar fridge, small balcony and private entrance. The View Apartments - Coming Soon The View Apartments is a delight for those who enjoy a little stargazing after a great meal. Drive into your undercover car park and stay in one of four self-contained suites with a private balcony, bathroom, kitchenette and television. Your conference meeting or event is winding down, head to the View for a little luxury and take in the great wide vista of the milky way in all its glory. Located near the Amphitheatre, staying at The View will make your Casuarina dinner experience even more memorable. Ivory s Rock Conventions & Events Enquiries/Bookings: (+61) 7 5464 8483 Admin: (+61) 7 5464 8200 Fax: (+61) 7 5467 2394 P.O. Box 923 Ipswich, Queensland 4305 Mt. Flinders Road, Peak Crossing, Queensland, 4306 11
Venue and Accommodation Capacities Room capacities Name of Room Size Sq M Cocktail Banquet Theatre Class Room U Shape Board Room Vehicle Access Y/N Conference Hall 360 300 150 360 180 100 100 N Function Centre Full Length Dining Room Function Centre Boardroom Function Centre Small Meeting room Function Centre Lounge Room 160 120 80 120 60 ~ ~ N 80 60 50 60 40 ~ 40 N 40 40 25 40 30 ~ 30 N 86 50 25 40 30 ~ 30 N Function Centre Bar 30 ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ N Jacaranda Hall 52 75 56 75 26 26 20 N Amphitheatre ~ 2000 5000 ~ ~ ~ N Ironbark Village Meeting Room Ironbark Village Dining Room 30 ~ 30 ~ ~ 20 N 30 24 ~ ~ ~ ~ N Pavilion Dome 700 300 250 500 Y Accommodation capacities Location Style Quantity Guests Beds Extras Ironbark Village Cabin / Pent shared bathrooms 12 24 Double Ironbark Village Annexes with ensuites 4 8 Double Balcony, bar fridge Ironbark Village View Apartments Lodge 1 bedroom with ensuite, living/dining, kitchenette Studio Apartment ensuites, kitchenette 1 2 Double Selfcontained 4 8 Queen Campgrounds Jacaranda Safari Tents - fullyequipped, powered On demand Double 2 room tent 12
Phone (07) 5464 8483 Mobile 0487 004 602 Email enquiries@ivorysrock.org.au Website www.ivorysrock.org.au P.O. Box 923, Ipswich QLD 4305 Mt Flinders Rd, Peak Crossing QLD 4306 ABN 49 143 249 290 ACN 068 618 922 13