Book the NAC Creative Studio Spaces

Big windows. Beautiful light. Stunning views to Gulaga. Narooma Arts Centre has some of the finest creative spaces in Eurobodalla, and we'd love you to experience them for yourself. 

Our flexible studios are perfect for a range of activities: yoga classes, workshops, community meetings, functions, small performances, and creative practice of all kinds. On-site equipment includes printing presses, easels, kilns, pottery wheels, sewing machines, and more.


  • We use the platform AllBooked to manage the bookings for Narooma Arts Centre.

  • Read the Rates, Equipment & Add Ons below.

  • We will check your request prior to confirming your booking.

  • Quick link to the Terms & Conditions

  • Once you request a booking you will receive an email confirming your request.

  • Address: 92 Campbell St, Narooma. Limited carparking is off Bowen Street just above the red pin on the image to the right.


 

RATES

Each booking must include the $5 non-refundable administration fee. Select this item from the Add Ons drop down list when you are on the booking form.

STUDIO SPECIFICATIONS

ADD ONS


Terms & Conditions

1 Key Information

1.1 Hirers who enter into an agreement with the Narooma School of Arts (NSoA) are bound by these Terms & Conditions.

1.2 The NSoA has total discretion to accept or decline any application. Each request for hire is pending approval by the NSoA.

1.3 The Hirer will not provide false or misleading information, or omit to provide information that will result in the application being false or misleading. Failure to meet any of the Conditions of Hire, either before or during a booking, will result in immediate cancellation of a booking.

1.4 The Hirer should not use the building for any purpose other than that specified within the ‘Agreement’. It is the responsibility of the Hirer to see that their guests adhere to these conditions.

1.5 Bookings and payments are through our online booking system by clicking on the ‘Book Now!’ links on this page.

1.6 Hirers conducting a class or workshop that involves art making, the use of NAC equipment, theatre or physical activity instruction are required to have Public Liability insurance to the value of $20 million.

1.7 Where activities are attended by persons under the age of 18 years, the Hirer will be the person responsible for actively supervising the activity/function/event and have a current Working With Children check.

1.8 The hiring may not be assigned or transferred to any other person, persons or organisation without prior written consent from the NSoA.

1.9 Hirers must ensure that Conditions of Hire and any specific arrangements or instructions are complied with at all times.

1.10 No animals except “service dogs” may be admitted to the venue except with prior arrangement.


2 Access Hire & Hours

2.1 Bookings for the Centre are Monday through to Sunday. The Centre may be closed from time to time at the sole discretion of the NSoA.

2.2 Bookings can commence at 8 am and must be completed and the building vacated by 10 pm.

2.3 Repeat bookings are limited to 10 weeks in line with school terms.

2.4 Hirers can hire Studio 1, Studio 2, Studios 1 & 2 jointly, the Cottage and the Kiln Shed.

2.5 Studio 1 can be hired on a per hour basis.

2.6 Studio 2 and the Cottage can be hired in of 3 hour blocks or more. The focus for these studios is on workshop activities.

2.7 Joint hire of Studios 1 & 2 can be hired in blocks of 2 hours or more.

2.8 The Kiln Shed hire is by negotiation.

2.9 Hirers can contact us on admin.nac@nsoa.com.au to discuss hires that don’t fit within these constraints. The NSoA does not guarantee that all hire periods can be accommodated.

2.10 The hire period includes the Hirers bump in and bump out time. Should the venue not be vacated at the conclusion of the hire period, extra hire charges relevant to the studio rate will apply and be charged.

2.11 The hirer is responsible for all centre entry cards that are issued. Cards can be deposited into the locked Returns Box, or returned to reception at the end of the booking.



3. Payment

3.1 Payment is required at the time of booking via AllBooked, our room reservation provider.

3.2 Arrangements can be made to be invoiced with payment via direct debit no later than 7 days before the booking date - email us at admin.nac@nsoa.com.au if this is your preferred option.

3.3 Cancellations received more than 48 hrs prior to the booking are eligible for refund less the $5 administration fee.

3.4 Cancellations made 48 hrs or less before the booking will not be refunded.

3.5 If the room is not reset to a clean and tidy state , a fee of $150 will be charged to the nominated card for that booking.

3.6 If a Hirer does not exit at the end of the hire period, the relevant hourly rate(s) for the room will be charged to the Hirer’s credit card.

3.7 A replacement fee of $50 will be charged for unreturned cards.

3.8 See table of prices above.


4. Induction Tiers
A representative of the NAC will be in touch with hirers to provide induction information which will vary depending on how you intend to use the Creative Studios.

Tier 1 – Basic Use
Hirers undertaking low-risk, low-impact and non-industrial arts activities. Activities must not involve wet processes, dust, fumes, heavy equipment, or require substantial cleaning requirements.
Examples include committee meetings, writing groups, planning sessions, artist talks, book clubs, rehearsals, lectures and community gatherings.

Tier 2 – Studio & Creative Use
Suitable for low-to-moderate impact creative activities undertaken with user-supplied materials and equipment. Does not include access to NAC specialist equipment.
Examples include painting, drawing, writing, textile work, small group creative workshops, music groups, digital arts, photography editing, theatre and music rehearsals and independent studio practice using personal materials and equipment.

Tier 3 – Specialist Creative Practice
Suitable for creative activities involving NAC-owned equipment, machinery, technical resources, and may require additional safety procedures or approvals.
Examples include ceramics, printmaking, multimedia production, fabrication, installation preparation, workshop-based practice and activities requiring specialist equipment or shared materials.

Tier 4 – Function & Event Classification
Suitable for one-off functions involving catering, amplified sound, extended operating hours or event infrastructure requirements.
Examples include weddings, celebrations, community events, launches, fundraising events and corporate functions.

5. Insurance

5.1 All TIER 3 and 4 Hirers conducting a class or workshop that involves art making, the use of NAC equipment, theatre or physical activity instruction or function and events, are require to have Public Liability insurance to the value of $20 million.

5.2 A copy of your Certificate of Currency must be emailed to admin.nac@nsoa.com.au before the hire commences.

5.3 The hirer shall indemnify and keep indemnified the NSoA against all losses, expenses, liabilities, claims and damages incurred as a result of or arising out of the hiring of the premises whether caused by any act or omission of the hirer or its invitees.


6. Usage

6.1 All facilities, furniture and equipment are to be left clean and tidy, with all rubbish removed. Failure to do so may result in an additional charge of $150

6.2 The NSoA does not accept responsibility for any damage or loss of property or equipment left on the premises prior, during or after the event.

6.3 The NSoA reserves the right to decline a booking if it breaches the values of the NSoA and is deemed inappropriate, offensive and contravenes Australia’s anti-discrimination laws.

6.4 The Hirer agrees not to exceed the occupancy limit in the hired space at any time.

6.5 The hirer is responsible for turning on and off any electrical items required.

6.6 Equipment and Decoration: Smoke machines, sparklers or any other smoke producing item may not be used in the building under any circumstances.

6.7 All helium balloons must be removed from the building before departure as their movement in the building may cause security alarms to be activated. A fee of up to but not exceeding $600 may be charged if the security alarms are activated for this reason.

6.8 No nails, staples, paint, screws or glues are to be used for installing decoration. All decorations are to be removed completely at the end of the hire period.

6.9 A call out fee will be charged for attendance after hours by a NSoA Representative or trades person.


8. Food and Beverage

8.1 Tea Room facility is available to all hirers unless it has been booked for a period of exclusive use. No food or drink is to be left in the Tea Room under any circumstances. All utensils must be washed and dried and returned to their storage place after use.

8.2 Food or beverage may be brought into the venue for your function at your risk. The preparation of food must be confined to the Tea Room. If the Tea Room is required to be used exclusively during your event it must be booked and paid for. The Tea Room is to be cleaned including washing, drying and putting away equipment used, and fridges emptied of items brought into the venue.

8.3 The hirer shall not sell liquor, beverage, food or refreshments on the Premises without permission.

8.4 The serving of alcohol may be approved to be consumed on the premise for an event, however the hirer is responsible for the safe consumption of alcohol, and removal of all unopened alcohol and any waste after the event.

8.5 If alcohol is to be served it is the hirer’s responsibility to meet all regulations and if applicable an appropriate liquor license must be obtained by the hirer from Liquor and Gaming NSW and a copy provided to the NAC.


7. Damages

Making a booking to hire the NAC facility via the NSoA's booking system is an agreement to the following damages clause:

7.1 The NSoA will inspect for any damage to the facility, its furniture, fixtures, equipment and surrounding grounds that may have occurred during the Period of Hire.

7.2 If damage is caused by the Hirer, their guests, contractors, or any attendees a fee of $600 will be charged to the Hirer’s nominate card for that booking. If the extent of the damage is deemed to be significantly more, the NSoA's assessment of the damage and costs to the NAC will be final and an invoice issued to the Hirer for remuneration. The NSoA reserves the right to engage its own contractors to complete the repairs to pre-hire condition. 


9. Safety

9.1 Hirers will be provided with the relevant Induction information before commencement of hire.

9.2 Under no circumstances shall there be any interference with the firefighting or other emergency equipment in the NAC except in the case of fire or emergency.

9.3 In the instance where the Fire Brigade attends due to a False Alarm deemed to be the fault of the Hirer, the Hirer shall pay the attendance fee.

9.4 Ensure doors, fire doors, exits, and passageways are kept clear and usable to ensure public safety. Do not block emergency exits.

9.5 Where activities are attended by persons under the age of 18 years, the Hirer will be the person responsible for actively supervising the activity/function/event. A Working With Children Check will be required.

9.6 The hirer is responsible for the actions of any person, whether contracted or invited, who cause damage or loss sustained by the NSoA to the NAC, Cottage or Kiln Shed fixtures and fittings during their room hire.

9.7 NSW government smoking laws apply. Smoking is not permitted inside the building. Smoking is permitted in the allocated outside smoking area adjacent to the cottage. The hirer is asked to ensure the removal of all cigarette butts.


10. STORAGE

10.1 Storage of Hirer equipment is available through negotiation and not guaranteed. Storage space is limited and it may be that only partial storage of items is available. Storage will be charged at a rate of $10 a week by invoice.

10.2 The NSoA does not accept responsibility for any damage or loss of property or equipment left on the premises prior, during or after the event.