Venue Hire

Church interior CEAC has a variety of rooms available for hire for meetings, workshops, small scale performances and functions at very reasonable rates. Hireage can be arranged on an ongoing basis, or for one-off events. The venues range from the Cellar Theatrette (40 seats) to the Opanuku Studio (seats 100). Hireage for private functions can be negotiated on a case by case basis.. Please contact us for more information and rates.

Old St Michaels Church Former 'St. Micheals Church' The former ‘St. Michaels church’, (now called the 'Old St Michaels Church') originally stood in Great North Road directly opposite the Corban Family Homestead and was moved some years ago onto the Corban Estate. It now sits in parkland behind the Homestead, and the Henderson Heritage Trust have renovated the building. It is suitable for many different purposes; small scale performance events such as music recitals or poetry readings, exhibitions and displays, meetings and seminars, small scale dance or drama workshops, and weddings or social functions. Capacity: 50 people seated. Features: Kitchenette (Dishwasher), chairs, tables, cutlery, cups, saucers, plates.

Cellar Function Room Cellar Function Room The Cellar Function Room is one of the oldest parts of the Corban Winery. This atmospheric space was where the wine was originally cellared, and in more recent times was the Corban Wine Shop, where the public came for tastings and to purchase Corban wines. This space is ideal for small scale functions and events. Capacity: 50 people seated. Features: Kitchenette (Oven, Fridge), chairs, tables, cutlery, cups, saucers, plates.

Theatrette Cellar Theatrette Adjacent to the Function Room is the Cellar Theatrette which is ideal for small scale performances. Capacity: 38 tiered seats. Features: Small stage Sound and projection room Please note: Access to lighting and sound equipment can be negotiated with the resident theatre group, the Waitemata Theatre Group.

Homestead Studio 1 & 2 The lower homestead In the lower level of the historic Corban Homestead there are two spaces available for hire. Both of these spaces open out onto the large back verandah of the Corban Homestead, which is adjacent to one of the large ‘green areas’, located on the Corban Estate grounds. These spaces are linked by a small kitchenette and are ideal for hirers who require more than one space E.g. for break out groups etc.

Homestead Studio 1 Homestead Studio 1 Description: This space is ideal for workshops, classes and meetings and can comfortably hold seated groups at trestle tables of up to 15, and 25 if seated only. Capacity: 25 people seated 15 if seated at tables Features: Kitchenette, microwave, small fridge, chairs, trestle tables, cutlery, cups, saucers, plates, glasses, lino flooring, white board, pin board.

Opanuku Studio Opanuku Studio being used for an 'Arts Enterprise Seminar Description: The Opanuku Studio is a large open space with wooden floors and good natural lighting that is ideal for dance and performance rehearsals, workshops, meetings and small scale events. There is a well equipped kitchen adjacent to the main area. This room has recently undergone significant renovations and is a fresh and modern space, which includes a heating system, good lighting and a disabled access lift. The space is adjacent to a small carpeted reception area. Capacity: 100 people seated Features: Disabled access lift, kitchen, oven, fridge, dishwasher, zip water heater, chairs, trestle tables, cups, saucers and cutlery, wine and juice glasses.

Homestead Studio 2 Homestead Studio 2 Description: A carpeted space that is ideal for small meetings. Capacity: 15 people seated 10 if seated at trestle tables Features: As Above (no whiteboard)

Project Space Project Space being used to create the large climbing wall for the new Trusts Stadium in Henderson Description: The Project Space is a large industrial space situated at ground level that is suitable for projects such as painting murals; or as an alternative exhibition space for individuals, groups or organizations such as schools. This space can be entered through a large roller door.. This room also has internal access to toilets, and kitchen facilities if necessary. Capacity:Not Applicable Features: Concrete floors, Large access through roller door.

Work Room Painters using the Workroom Description: The Work Room is a large industrial space situated at ground level which has a concrete floor. This area is ideal for messy type activities, such as painting, sculpture, or large scale assembly work. This room also has internal access to toilets, and kitchen facilities if necessary. Capacity: Not Applicable Features: Water and large sink, art tables, and chairs, concrete floor.

Corban Estate Green Areas The park-like grounds at the rear of the Corban Estate (behind Homestead) are available for hire for events and activities. To book this space we recommend you contact CEAC staff to discuss, who will then direct you to the booking system that is managed by the Waitakere City Council.