The Broadfield Community Centre is the original Broadfield School built in 1870 and used as a school until the 1950’s. The main building comprises of a hall and kitchen, with storage shed, toilets, tennis/netball courts and car park on the reserve. The Community Centre can be hired out as a venue for meetings or social events.

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Broadfield Community Centre

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Hall

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Floorplan

Venue hire is charged per hour at the following rates:

Community Rate: Applies to non-profit groups whose activities are open to the public and directly benefit the local community. This includes local schools, faith groups, and community-focused events. The rate is not available for bookings involving commercial activities, private gain, or events connected to political parties, candidates, or campaigns, where the activity is associated with an individual or group seeking elected office or advancing a political position.

Please note, eligibility for the Community Rate is determined at the discretion of Selwyn District Council. Proof of non-profit status or community benefit may be required.

Standard Rate: Applies to all other bookings that do not qualify for the Community Rate, including private or commercial events.

Pricing takes effect 1 July 2026 and is reviewed 1 July each year. Any quotations given during this timeframe may increase in line with this.
Additional charges or requirements may apply depending on the nature of your booking.

Rooms available

RoomCapacityEquipment Not providedRates
Hall
  • Theatre: 50
  • Classroom: 18
  • U-Shape : 18
  • Capacity: 60 standing
  • Trestle Tables: 7
  • Chairs: 50
  • Cooking utensils (e.g. spatulas, tongs, ladles, whisks)
  • Pots and pans (saucepans, frying pans, stock pots, etc.)
  • Oven trays and baking dishes
  • Mixing bowls and measuring cups/spoons
  • Knives and chopping boards
  • Tea towels and oven mitts
  • Food storage containers and cling wrap/foil (if needed)

Standard Rate: $30.70 per hour

Community Rate: $17.50 per hour

Kitchen 
  • Cutlery
  • Jug
  • Crockery
  • Stovetop Oven
  • Fridge
  • Benchtop workspace
  • Sink and dishwashing facilities
  • Basic cleaning supplies (dishwashing liquid, cloths, etc)
  • Power outlets for small appliances
 

Please note: there is an additional kitchen hire charge of $21.10.

Kitchen equipment varies from venue to venue. Some venues come fully stocked, while others may have a more basic setup.