Aaiotanga Community Space. Hire us for Community Groups, Meetings and social events.
Hosted by Aaiotanga
SpacetoCo Host since August 2020 · 750 bookingsA peaceful city sanctuary promoting creative community, healthy urban ecology and a welcoming neighbourhood where we can all belong.
About this space
Discount Codes for not for profit groups are as follows.
NOT-FOR-PROFIT this rate is $29per hour and can be used for a private function eg a birthday party
COMMUNITY this rate is $20/hr and is for a NFP group open to the community eg an exercise class
ZERO this rate is for groups promoting community in our local area. This special is for new groups only eg young mothers coffee morning
Other discounts or free use of the space may be available. Please contact us.
The Aaiotanga Community Space (ASC) provides a rare option for informal gatherings in Auckland City Centre.Very affordably priced, we offer a warm and welcoming environment that is particularly handy for city centre apartment dwellers who might be looking for extra space for their hosting.
Our venue is a large lounge type environment with plenty of clear space to set up chairs or tables. It is perfect for meetings, workshops, classes, presentations, meet-ups, yoga, community groups, meditation, chess groups, kids classes, rehearsals, book readings, poetry, acoustic music performances - and much more. It could even be used as intimate wedding venue.
It comfortably holds 40 people seated and 50 people if standing. We have 2 toilets and a small kitchenette located in the foyer adjacent to the venue. Please note, this is a heritage building so diability access is limited and needs to be arranged prior with the venue hosts.
If you are an unfunded community group, we offer discounted rates. Please email [email protected] to find out more.
The hire of the space includes:
WiFi
Whiteboard
Smart TV
Projector & Screen (HMDI cable included)
Tables
Chairs
Power
Bluetooth Speaker (a larger sound system can be accessed by arrangement)
Use of the small kitchenette
Couches & arm chairs
40 padded meeting style chairs
Our space is an inclusive and respectful environment. Whoever you are, will be celebrated in this space. We are proud supporters of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are a safe space for the rainbow community.
Please note that the building is not yet wheelchair accessible though we do have a portable ramp that we are able to put in place when required. Use of this requires supervision by the venue hosts.
Catering and Alcohol
You are welcome to self cater your event at Aaiotanga. We have a small kitchen space with cups and glasses for up to 40 people. Plates, bowls and cutlery to serve up to 20. You are also welcome to use external caterers.
Please note that however you cater your event, you need to leave the space as you found it. Please book enough time to clean up the space and kitchen.
It's OK to bring small amounts of alcohol for a private gathering, but not to sell it. Any events that are open to the public / publically advertised, must seek permission from Auckland Council for a liquor licence.
Evening Bookings
There is a minimum booking time of 3 hours after 6pm.
As a casual hirer, you can only make one booking at a time.
If you want to make multiple bookings over a number of weeks or months, ask to become a regular customer! Apply here: https://app.spacetoco.com/verified/aaiotanga-community-space
Booking schedule
Extra items and charges
This space has extra items and charges that can be added to your booking. Some may be required depending on your booking time and type, which will be shown at the checkout.
Amenities
Suitable for
Location
Shop 2F, 22 Emily Place, Auckland City Centre AUK 1010, New Zealand
Opening times
Monday
6:30am - 10:00pm
Tuesday
6:30am - 10:00pm
Wednesday
6:30am - 10:00pm
Thursday
6:30am - 10:00pm
Friday
6:30am - 10:00pm
Saturday
6:30am - 10:00pm
Sunday
6:30am - 10:00pm
Rules
Please treat this space like your own home - enjoy it and take care of it!
Taking care of it means:
Returning furniture to how you found it (ready for the next person)
Vacuum if you need to (vacuum is located in the corner)
Wash dishes, preferably in the dishwasher, and put away.
Sort small amounts of rubbish properly into the correct bins: recycling, landfill, soft plastics, compost (located in freezer)
Please remove your rubbish that does not fit into the bins
Rinsing recycling items in the kitchen before putting them in the recycling bin
A venue host will be there to greet you in-person and show you around the first time you book the space. Please close the front door firmly when you leave which will lock this door
Report any damage or items not working to [email protected]
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Additional details
Train - We are a 2 minute walk from the Britomart Transport Centre via the back door Brittomart Pl exit.
Bus - A number of buses stop close to us at 2 Anzac Ave (it is a three minute walk from there to 22 Emily Place).
Ferry - It is a ten minute walk from the Auckland Ferry Terminal to 22 Emily Place.
Car - There is no free or reserved parking for the Aaiotanga Community Space. Parking can obtained via Pay and Display in the surrounding streets or in the nearby parking buildings in Shortland St or Anzac Avenue. Private parking may be available on request.
The following parking buildings are close by:
· Tournament Parking at 71 Shortland Street (a two minute walk).
· The Britomart Car Park at 88 Quay Street (a six minute walk).
· Wilson Car Park – 53-73 Anzac Ave (a five minute walk).
· Wilson Car Park Cnr Short St and Eden Cres (a two minute walk).