Nakunbalook is available to hire for groups and organisations whose activities are in line with the goals of the project.

That is, environmental and cultural education, sustainability, wellbeing, and community development. Nakunbalook is available to hire for corporate workshops, training events and community groups. It is not available to hire for individuals, family gatherings and social events.

Please complete the Nakunbalook Education Centre Booking Form.

Volunteer-run organisations maybe eligible to hire the facility free of charge. This only applies to single use and needs to be approved upon application.

Nakunbalook is a community facility operated by Wellington Shire Council. It is not a staffed facility.

Nakunbalook is cleaned on Monday mornings. Users are responsible for keeping the space clean and tidy for the next users. This may include unloading and loading the dishwasher, removing waste to the outside bins, sweeping, wiping surfaces etc.

Do not bring disposable, single-use items to Nakunbalook.

Nakunbalook comfortably seats 30people at tables. There are 30 seats and 10 large tables to accommodate this number. Please contact us if you requite additional seating.

There are 10 large tables andseating for 30. Users can set up the furniture in their preferred configuration. The kitchen has plenty of crockery, cutlery and glassware for your event. Please do not bring single use items.

Nakunbalook is not staffed.

There is a large smart HDTV linked to Teams that can be used to display presentations via HDMI1 on the remote. There is also a USB3 connection. Hybrid meetings via Teams are available using the speakers kept on the office desk. Please request a Teams meeting when booking.

For ICT support during your event call 5142 3111.

Yes. Please request a Teams link when booking. You can connect via the Yealink box and use the microphones charging on the desk in the office.

For ICT support on the day please call 5142 3111.

Nakunbalook is not staffed. A security swipe card is provided for your booking. This can be collected from Wellington Shire Customer Service at 18 Desailly St, Sale on the day before your booking and returned the following day.

Offices hours are 8.30am to 5pm.

Accessible parking alongside the building can be arranged. Please make a note in your booking if this is required. The rear door provides flat surface access and there is an accessible toilet.

Bring along fresh milk for tea and coffee. Bring any whiteboard markers or presentation equipment (butchers paper, markers, blu-tac etc.) you may require for your event.

Please leave Nakunbalook clean and tidy for the next session before you leave. Clean up the kitchen, stack and start the dishwasher, wipe surfaces and remove organic waste to the compost at Seed Community Garden.

Take any used food with you. Remove any landfill and recycling to the correct bins outside. Large amounts of waste should be taken away rather than overflowing bins. Do not bring disposable, single-use items to Nakunbalook.

Leave furniture neatly arranged. Switch off all lights, RCAC, fans, urn and screen. Lock both doors and return the security pass to Customer Service.

Most groups set up the space to suit their needs. A set-up fee of $50 applies if you require Wellington Shire staff to set up a custom configuration.

Basic tea and coffee are available. Please bring along fresh milk and any specialty tea etc. There is a large urn provided as well as a 1.5L kettle. There are plenty of cups, glasses and cutlery for your group. Please do not bring single-use coffee cups or water bottles.

Catering can be arranged through one of the many wonderful cafes or bakeries in the area. Most local caterers are familiar with the facility. Please make use of the ample crockery, cutlery, glassware and serving ware. Avoid bringing single-use items.

No disposable coffee cups or water bottles.

Parking is available at the west end of Nakunbalook Place (formerly Montgomery St West) as well as between the Seed Community Garden and tennis courts. Buses can drop off alongside Seed Community Garden.

See the Visitor Info page for more information.

Contact GLaWAC for information about cultural services.

Be sure to make the most of the unique location. Make time to visit Seed Community Garden, Sale Botanic Gardens and to enjoy the wildlife around Lake Guyatt.