Conferences
The Gatton campus offers facilities, catering and short-term accommodation for conferences.
We also offer venues for special events include weddings, formals, educational and sporting groups.
Lecture theatres and central learning spaces
UQ Gatton offers a wide range of lecture theatres and learning spaces. Our lecture theatres range in capacity from 60 seats to 298 seats.
They are air conditioned and feature audio visual systems that include:
- podium microphone
- computer terminal
- projector linked to computer interface
- audio and video recording options for presentations
- live link-up.
Other small and large learning spaces, including seminar and breakout rooms, are designed for multiple styles and scales of learning activity.
Find a central learning space at UQ Gatton and book a room.
Meeting rooms
Foundation Building
The heritage-listed Foundation Building was constructed in 1896. It is ideal for short courses, conferences, meetings, presentations, weddings, and formal dinners. A small chapel (seating 25 people) is located near the building and is perfect for anyone planning a wedding on campus.
Rooms for hire
- Function room: Seating for approximately 50 people
- Northern room: Seating for approximately 50 people
- Board room: Seating for approximately 20 people
Features:
- Air-conditioning
- Kitchenette available in the Northern room
- Standard white board, fixed Audio/Visual screen – plug and play (laptop not supplied)
- Wide wrap-around verandahs
- Tables and chairs available in room adjacent to bathrooms. Set up can be arranged by Conference Unit by request.
The Homestead
The Homestead was built in 1897 as the Principal’s residence. It is ideal for short courses, training, seminars and smaller meetings.
Rooms for hire
- Lecture room: Seating for approximately 30 people
- Meeting room: Suitable for small groups and workshops
Features:
- Wide verandahs
- White board, projector, screen, TV/Video/DVD
- Air-conditioning
- Inter-changeable desks (Meeting room)
- Entrance and private round-about, parking
Multi-Purpose Hall
The Elton Burns Recreation Building (Multi Purpose Hall) is perfect for short courses, conferences, exhibits, and dances.
Room for hire
- Large hall with concrete floor: Seating for approximately 500 people
Features:
- Open floor plan: 589 m2
- Wheel chair access
- Wide entrance doors for large machinery
- Good ventilation and lighting
- Portable stage
- Suitable for partitioning off display booths
- Canteen, courtyard and bar area
Continuing Education Centre (CEC)
The Peter Roberts Continuing Education Centre is connected to the Gatton Campus Motel by a walkway and is perfect for short courses, conferences, meetings, and presentations.
Room for hire
- Conference room: Seating for approximately 40 people
Features:
- Courtyard/Pergola, wheel chair access
- PA System, air-conditioning
- White board, projector, screen, TV/Video/DVD
- Entrance/Foyer, Kitchenette (tea and coffee making facilities)
Short-stay accommodation
UQ Gatton offers short-stay accommodation for visitors and conference groups.
Options include the motel and cottage (year round, subject to availability), and the Halls of Residence for larger groups of up to 436 (only available during non-teaching periods).
Learn more about short term accommodation at UQ Gatton.
Catering
There is an on campus catering service that can be booked for your event, large or small.
Guests can also book for breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Dining Hall. Menu options include delicious breakfast selections, gourmet lunches through to premium cocktail party packages, formal dinners and BBQs.
Special dietary requirements are also catered for.
Visit UQ Res to find out about conferences and catering at UQ Gatton.
Recreational activities
The UQ Sport Gatton Fitness and Aquatic Centre includes a 25 metre heated pool, cardio and weights gym, sporting hall, squash, netball, basketball and tennis courts and playing ovals. This facility can be included in your conference package for an additional cost. The UQ Fitness and Aquatic Centre is open to the general public.
Visit UQ Sport Gatton Fitness Centre for more information.