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The Co-Op can be transformed into the perfect space to gather up to 350 guests for team bonding, corporate development & memorable events. Just 2 hours from Sydney, 3 hours from Canberra and conveniently located 50 metres from public transport – The Co-Op is the ideal location for your next corporate conference or event.
Steeped in rich dairy heritage, our industrial building has been reimagined as a landmark venue for conferences, corporate retreats, team building, and more.
Originally established in 1888 as Australia’s oldest continually-operating dairy co-operative, The Co-Op has evolved from its historic roots into a vibrant multipurpose events space that honours its past while embracing a vibrant future.
Our multi-purpose conference space with AV capabilities. Perfect for breakout sessions, meetings, presentations, and team dinners.
Cosy indoor dining and bar with double-sided fireplaces, plus private meeting rooms and cocktail bar, perfect for evening networking or client entertainment.
Ideal for outdoor team-building, networking events, or breakout sessions. Our colourful outdoor courtyard features flexible space, alfresco seating and a sunny deck.
200
Guest Capacity
2
Hours from Sydney
3
Hours from Canberra
50
Metres from Gerringong Station
80 – 200 GUESTS
CEREMONY
RECEPTION
STAFF
Our staff will assist you with pre-planning in the lead up to your wedding, and 10 hours of on the day co-ordination. Our team will set up and pack down your table settings, and will handle all rubbish removal and cleaning.
NB: Minimum spend on bar required
80 – 200 GUESTS
PRE-WEDDING FESTIVITIES
Come together for a Welcome Dinner for 30 guests from 6-9pm.
CEREMONY
RECEPTION
STAFF
Our staff will assist you with pre-planning (12 hours) in the lead up to your wedding, and on the day co-ordination (10 hours). Our team will set up and pack down your table settings, and will handle all rubbish removal and cleaning. Bar staff are included.
80 – 200 GUESTS
CEREMONY
POST-CEREMONY
RECEPTION
FLORALS & STYLING
Floral styling includes an Arbour, 4 x Groom Buttonholes, 4 x Bride/Bridesmaid Bouquets, Bud Vases and Candles on table.
Stationery design including Invitations + Save the Dates, Food Menu, Beverage Menu, Welcome Sign & Seating Chart (printing is additional based on number count and selections).
STAFF
Our staff will assist you with pre-planning (12 hours) and on the day coordination (10 hours). We will set up and pack down your table settings, and will handle all rubbish removal and cleaning.
Premium Beverage Package includes staff and table service during meal times (3-10pm).
POST-WEDDING FESTIVITIES
Recovery Brunch at our sister venue The Hill Bar & Kitchen for 50 guests from 9:30-11:30am.
MAX 60 GUESTS
CEREMONY
RECEPTION
FLORALS
Includes an Arbour, 1 x Buttonhole, 1 x Bouquet, Cake Flowers, Bud Vases & Candles for tables.
STATIONERY
Stationery design including Invitations + Save the Dates, Food Menu, Beverage Menu, Welcome Sign & Seating Chart (printing is additional based on number count and selections).
PHOTOGRAPHY
STAFF
Our staff will set up and pack down, and will handle all rubbish removal and cleaning. Bar & Food service at reception.
MAX 60 GUESTS
COCKTAIL HOUR
RECEPTION
BAR
STAFF
Yes, pets are allowed outside for ceremony and any photographs. Once food is served, pets should depart the venue.
No, we are a licensed venue and provide drinks packages included in our wedding packages. We have draught beverages on tap, as well as a great selection of cocktails and wine (on tap and bottled). R.S.A certified bar staff are included in your package, based on your final numbers.
Due to council regulations and respect for neighbouring homes, our curfew is 10pm. Music is to be lowered to an ambient level while guests depart the venue.
The average wedding ceremony runs for 30-45min, and we allow 1 hour with congratulations, post ceremony before the Bridal party may like to depart for their wedding photo’s offsite. Considering a 10pm curfew and a seven-hour beverage package, dinner, dancing and speeches, we would expect the most appropriate time for your guests to arrive would be between 1.30pm – 2.30pm. Please ask for our sample runsheet as a guide for your day.
We have no restrictions on what day/s you can hold your wedding at The Co-Op? Weddings held Monday-Thursday may receive a discounted rate.
The Co-Op can accommodate weddings between 80 – 200 guests, with a sweet spot of 180 guests. This includes an indoor dance floor space.
Our packages are priced for 80-140 guests. If you have more guests on your list, let us know and we will provide an additional price per person, based on your specific numbers.
The Co-Op has a beautiful champagne coloured marquee, which is 9m x 15m. It has a champagne ceiling and clear walls. The marquee is included in your package.
Your florist will have access to the venue from 7am. Our staff will set up your tables from 7am and the ceremony immediately after. The venue will be ready one hour prior to your guests arriving at The Co-Op.
The Co-Op has parking for 29 vehicles including one disabled parking space.
We request the use of mini-buses for your guests to arrive and depart The Co-Op. We are conveniently located next to the Gerringong Train Line (trains are electric, thus quiet), so guests can arrive and depart by train from Kiama or Berry. Download the Opal Travel App to access an updated train timetable.
Yes. We have a thorough list Trusted Partners that we can provide you once you confirm your booking with a paid deposit and signed contract.
We require a 25% deposit at the time of booking and signing your contract. Three (3) months prior to your wedding date, you will be invoiced for 50% and the remaining 25% will be invoiced to you thirty (30) days prior to your wedding date.
Our terms and conditions outline our cancellation procedure. When booking and signing your contract, we ask that you read the terms and conditions and welcome questions to ensure you understand them.
We will require your final guest numbers 30 days prior to your wedding date. We will also communicate this to your caterer.
We have a service kitchen and full washroom that your caterer will hire from The Co-Op. There is a covered service walkway and service entrance for catering staff.
Live music and DJ’s are allowed at The Co-Op. There is a limit to the decibel level and our management will liaise with your entertainer on bass and decibel levels throughout the evening.
The Co-Op Gerringong
We acknowledge that The Co-Op Gerringong sits on the lands of the Dharawal people. We pay our respects to all Elders past, present and emerging and acknowledge their deep and ongoing connection and cultural responsibilities to this land.
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