Tawera Memorial Hall provides an ideal space for performances, club meetings, community classes and more.

Tawera Memorial Hall

Tawera Memorial Hall

Tawera Hall

Hall

Tawera Community Room

Community Room

Tawera Meeting Room

Meeting room 1

Tawera Memorial Room

Memorial room

Tawera Kitchen

Kitchen

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

RoomCapacityEquipmentGeneral
Hall
  • Theatre: 300

Room dimensions: 17.4m L x 13.4m W x 5.1m H

  • Lectern
  • Stage
  • Trestle Tables: 4
  • Chairs: 280

Standard Rate: $61.30 per hour

Community Rate: $34.80 per hour

With direct access to the Memorial Room, the beautiful wooden floor Hall is equipped with a 3.2m D x 8.8m W x 3.9m H stage, making it an ideal venue for performances.

Community Room
  • Theatre: 65

Room dimensions: 8.3m L x 5.2m W x 3.9m H

  • Trestle Tables: 4
  • Chairs: 65

Standard Rate: $40.90 per hour

Community Rate: $23.20 per hour

The Community Room offers direct access to the kitchen.

Meeting room
  • Theatre: 25

Room dimensions: 7m L x 4m W x 3.2m H

  • Trestle Tables: 4
  • Chairs: 25

Standard Rate: $20.50 per hour

Community Rate: $11.60 per hour

Memorial room
  • Capacity: 5

Room dimensions: 4m L x 6m W x 3m H

  • Chairs: 5

Standard Rate: $10.30 per hour

Community Rate: $5.85 per hour

Kitchen 
  • Domestic Oven
  • Hot Water Zip
  • Pie Warmer
  • Small Fridge
  • Crockery
  • Microwave
  • Benchtop workspace
  • Sink and dishwashing facilities
  • Basic cleaning supplies (dishwashing liquid, cloths, etc)
  • Power outlets for small appliances

Not provided:

  • 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)

$21.10 per hour

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