Catering For Parties Brisbane

If you’re searching for event spaces in Brisbane, you’re likely to come up with a long list of pubs or pretty standard conference spaces. If you’re an enterprising event organiser looking for something a bit quirkier, then fear not! We’ve hunted down some of Brisbane’s more unique event spaces that will have guests snapping and ‘gramming like nobody’s business. At Chilternscatering.com.au, our team strive to ensure that you’ll have a memorable party catering Sydney, be it a wedding or a private get together.

Don’t judge a book by it’s cover — this is no ordinary church. On first look you could be forgiven for thinking this is just a wedding venue, but this beautifully renovated church actually offers a modern and luxurious space for events of all kinds. Catering for anywhere from 30 to 250 guests, this Fortitude Valley stunner can be set up for both sit down and stand up events including corporate events or pop-up markets. If the church space is too big for what you need, the downstairs gallery space is also available for hire.

If it’s eclectic industrial chic you’re looking for, then Lightspace is your answer. From exhibition-style events to smaller presentations and functions, the main warehouse space has capacity for up to 500 guests in a modern industrial style space, complete with polished concrete floors and timber roofing. There’s also a lounge bar furnished with mixed vintage furniture for a more relaxed setting with capacity for up to 150 guests (or 70 seated).

Keen to make the most of Brisbane’s sunny days and balmy evenings? Each space also has access to a Japanese-inspired outdoor terrace complete with bamboo hedge and water feature.

Ever wanted to live it up with a party in a penthouse suite? The Art Series Hotel Group can cater for events in their penthouses and they have just opened their first property in Brisbane — The Johnson. With rooms adorned with unique art from celebrated abstract artist Michael Johnson, and boasting views of Brisbane’s CBD and parklands, this is one venue bound to make guests feel a bit fancy. The Penthouse spaces can accommodate intimate events of up to 40 guests, or hire one of the gallery spaces for larger events of up to 100.

Another Fortitude Valley surprise, Cloudland is home to not one but seven unique function spaces, each with a different theme. Rooms include a garden oasis complete with over 5,000 living plants and waterfall, a nod to New York’s infamous Rainbow Room, a secret cellar room, and an Alice in Wonderland inspired space. Rooms vary in size, catering for events of up to 700 guests.

While this venue is technically a pub, this is another venue with a host of functions rooms — nine to be exact! Located beside Brisbane’s burgeoning arts precinct of Southbank, The Fox Hotel let’s you choose from a range of creative spaces from Fish Lane Creative Studios to the quirky ‘Collectors Room’ or French-inspired ‘Boudoir’. There’s a rooftop bar to boot. Spaces vary in size, catering for events of up to 360 guests.

Located on Fortitude Valley’s happening James St is…a brick showroom? The Brickworks Design Studio is a showcase space for renovators and design professionals, but did you know that it also doubles as an event space? Lovers of architecture and home design will get a kick out of this unique event venue. Contact for capacity details.

Check out unique venue spaces for Melbourne or Sydney.

I’m Mel, writer of blogs and wearer of many hats. From marketing and web geek to event planner and MC, I’m here to share my experiences with Eventbrite Australia to help organisers and marketers with tips for hosting events, making the most out of tech, and creating amazing real world experiences.

Portland State Athletics Unveils New Logo And Branding

Portland State University, in partnership with Nike, unveiled a dramatic new look for PSU athletics, designed to modernize one of the state’s top programs. If you want to design your own logo quickly, easily and no need of training, you can use onlinelogomaker or generators that available on the internet.

“We’re launching a new identity, but it’s a lot more than that,” said PSU Athletic Director Mark Rountree. “It’s a new era for the Portland State Vikings.”

The new look is part of a changing culture inside PSU’s athletics program. On the heels of one of the most successful seasons in school history, the program is retooling to become more connected to campus and the city, and to offer fans a more contemporary game experience, Rountree said.

Part of the change includes a new logo and Viking image.

Modeled on a Viking shield, the new logo symbolizes tradition and strength, with elements that call out PSU’s urban heritage and indomitable spirit. Along with a re-stylized Viking head, the logos replace the former helmet design and will become the trademark brands for PSU athletics.

“We wanted to leverage the uniqueness of Portland, the campus and its students in our storytelling because there is a tremendous sense of pride at Portland State,” Shaner said. “The visual identity reflects the spirit of Portland State and what it means to be a Viking.”

PSU athletes, who got their first look at the new branding, had high praise for the logo, especially its emphasis on Portland State.

“We are creating a new culture, which starts with our new logo, new building, and our amazing student-athletes and staff,” said CiCi West, of the women’s basketball team. “We’re proud to wear Portland State on our uniforms.”

Head football coach Bruce Barnum said the design meshes with PSU’s evolving sports mentality.

“It’s bold. It’s no nonsense,” said Barnum, who was named 2015 National FCS Coach of the Year after his first season at the helm. “It says straight out that we are Portland State.”

The initial release of the logo and branding came last Friday night at the annual Wine and Roses fund-raising dinner for Portland State Athletics. The full release to the general public comes today, in addition to an updated www.GoViks.com website.

The branding update of PSU Athletics is part of a larger makeover of the program. An extensive remodel of Portland State’s Stott Center is under way. The new Viking Pavilion will include a 3,000-seat sports and events center as well as academic and office space. The Stott Community Field will be resurfaced this summer.

Portland State Athletics is hosting a Branding Launch Party in the Urban Plaza on Tuesday from noon to 2 p.m. PSU Athletics Director Mark Rountree, Head Football Coach Bruce Barnum and PSU athletes will be in attendance. All are invited to attend.

New Portland State logoed apparel is available at the PSU Bookstore on the Portland State campus and at the Nike Store in downtown Portland, 638 SW 5th Ave. Gear will be available soon at the shop link on GoViks.com.

Advertising – On the Move

If done well, vehicle advertising can provide an unobtrusive presence in your local community. That is of particular benefit to a business with a geographically based target market – like a real estate agency. If you are looking for a signmaker, sign artist, sign designer or sign Installation our signwriters Sydney we have you covered.

If you think vehicle wrapping is too expensive and not worth the hassle, then read on, you might just be surprised.

Are you currently paying your Property Manager a vehicle allowance? Chances are you answered “yes.” So let’s say you are paying your Property Manager a $180 per week allowance. What if you could lease a branded wrapped vehicle for as little as $150 per week*?

A case study

Raine & Horne Dee Why/Collaroy is currently providing their Property Manager with a branded vehicle on a managed operating lease.

Lachlan Yeates, Principal, explains, “It was a no brainer really. We are always looking for clever ways to make our marketing dollars work harder. All businesses demand more value from every marketing dollar, and vehicle branding is becoming increasingly popular with real estate offices. Fortunately for us, our franchise group had already designed the vehicle branding and negotiated the managed operating lease with a car dealer. This meant we didn’t have to worry about design costs and we were able to access a National Fleet pricing structure, even though we were just leasing one vehicle. The vehicle arrived fully branded with our brand’s distinctive signage. There was nothing we had to organise other than the vehicle’s comprehensive insurance. This might not suit everyone, but it is definitely worth looking into.”

Admittedly, a managed operating lease doesn’t include the cost of petrol or comprehensive insurance. Let’s say you need to put $55 a week petrol into the vehicle, and let’s allow $25 a week for comprehensive insurance – this now brings the total to $230. Who wants to pay $50 a week more than they have too? Well just think about what the extra $50 a week will give in you advertising – surely this is money well spent.

How much are you paying for promotional ads in your local newspaper?

Or how much did your last letterbox drop cost you?

Raine & Horne Dee Why/Collaroy are also going to receive a brand new set of replacement tyres during the life of the lease, which is of great benefit given the distance their busy Property Manager clocks up. The registration, CTP (compulsory third party), repairs and maintenance are also part of the deal, for the life of the lease. They are only out of pocket for the petrol and the comprehensive insurance. And at the completion of the lease in two and a half years time, the vehicle is handed back to the car dealership with no further obligations.

“Our Property Manager loves it too. In fact, I am sure the vehicle has helped us attract and retain good staff – it has definitely bred loyalty. I would definitely recommend this as an alternative to anyone who is currently paying his or her Property Manager a vehicle allowance” adds Lachlan.

The basics

What does a vehicle wrap/managed operating lease include?

A new vehicle is leased by the business for two and a half years or 50,000kms (whichever comes first) at $150 per week*. Lease includes a vehicle wrap, full maintenance, tyre replacement and registration.

What happens at the end of the lease?

At completion of the lease the vehicle is handed back to the dealer, with no further obligations, provided the vehicle is returned in accordance with kilometre usage and fair wear and tear conditions.

What are the benefits?

  • Inexpensive local advertising – not only can you build awareness for less, but your ‘reach’ is greatly extended.
  • Money well spent – your marketing spend is working harder.
  • Reinforces your team’s professional image.
  • Target particular events or areas at specific times.
  • Breeds loyalty/staff incentive.
  • No liability or asset is shown on the balance sheet, freeing up capital for other business investments
  • The information for this article on leasing a branded vehicle on a managed operating lease was provided by Ross Martin at Bill Buckle Autos (phone 02 9939 1500).
  • *Actual lease price based on vehicles as follows: 3 door Toyota Yaris YR = $147.35 including GST per week / 5 door Toyota Yaris YR = $150.79 including GST per week (price does not include fuel or comprehensive insurance).

This article is not intended to be financial advice. For advice on vehicle management talk to your tax advisor or accountant.

Jess Wheeler is a Marketing Consultant who specialises in delivering creative marketing solutions to a diverse range of industries, including e-commerce, finance, real estate and automotive.

Jess was recently the Marketing Communications Manager of a well-known Australian Real Estate franchise, and is currently the Managing Director of outsauce.
http://www.outsaucemarketing.com.au

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