Mana Moana Function Lounge
Hosted by Midway Surf Rescue Community Hub
SpacetoCo Host since March 2024We offer the perfect combination of oceanfront relaxation and professional amenities. Our Hub hosts a licensed restaurant, beachside cafe, Midway Surf Life Saving Club and Gisborne Boardriders. Located centrally in the city of Gisborne, New Zealand, our venue is perfect for hosting community events, meetings, training workshops, hui and weddings. Our Function Lounge holds up to 150 guests and Boardroom 10 guests. Book online now, or call Hub Manager Gina on 06 867 5500 for more information.
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This space contains 1 different area that can be booked independently.
Mana Moana Function Lounge
About this space
Opened in November 2023, at Midway Surf Rescue Community Hub, we offer the perfect combination of oceanfront relaxation and professional amenities. Located in the beautiful city of Gisborne Tairawhiti, we offer the perfect location for your event, meeting or hui.
Offering an ocean-front haven that can comfortably seat up to 100 people we are located right on Midway Beach in Gisborne, this expansive lounge offers breath-taking 180 degree views of the sea, providing a stunning backdrop. No where else in Tairāwhiti can you have a venue that seats this capacity on the beach front.
The 11m x 16m lounge opens onto a 5m deep balcony, and gives you breath-taking views of Midway Beach from Te Kurī-a-Pāoa (Young Nicks Head) to Tuamotu Island. There is a lift in the building ensuring access for everyone.
Secure your booking online now.
*Unfortunately our venue is not suitable for childrens birthday parties.
Need to discuss further? Call Hub Manager, Gina Carroll on 06 867 5500 or click the chat icon to talk to me directly.
INCLUDED
Generously equipped caterer's kitchen featuring two ovens, a chiller and commercial dishwasher.
22 X 2.1M rectangle trestle tables
Up to 150 x white designer chairs. Seated events, 100 guests maximum. Standing only capacity 150 guests
4 x Bar Leaners and stools
1 x Lectern
Audio System with Bluetooth connectivity and Wireless Microphone
85” LCD Screen – wall mounted
Mobile Bar and Double Glass Front Chiller
Access to balcony overlooking Midway Beach.
Male, Female and Access bathrooms, shared with customers of Tahu
NOT INCLUDED
Furniture Setup unless by arrangement
Plates, cutlery, cups/glasses, dishwashing of such.
Rubbish/Recycling Removal
Furniture Pack down
Cleaning of Lounge and Kitchen unless by arrangement
Dishes/Glassware cleaning
HIRE
All your hire requirements available from Martins Party and Event Hire - https://martinspartyhire.co.nz/ 06 863 3550
ALCOHOL
BYO alcohol is permitted for ‘private functions’ where tickets are not sold and alcohol is provided free of charge.
Selling alcohol or tickets to your event with alcohol? You must adhere to the licencing rules set out by the Gisborne District Council and may need to apply for a special licence, please check their website. You must allow for at least 4 weeks prior processing time https://www.gdc.govt.nz/consents-and-licenses/alcohol-licensing/license-types#heading-1.
Alcohol MUST stay within the hired room and balcony.
Hirer's Responsibility (Setup, Pack Down, and Cleanup)
It is the hirer's responsibility to set up and pack down the furniture, as well as remove rubbish, leaving the venue in its original condition at the conclusion of the booking. Bookings are subject to management approval.
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Crockery and cutlery hire - $2.50 per head up to 100 guests only
Black Linen Tablecloth Hire - $10.00 per item
Coffee/Tea Selection/Urn/Milk/Cups setup - $3.50 per guest
**Note we do not supply any Glassware, except water glasses.
CATERING
GEM CUISINE https://www.gemcuisine.co.nz/
Contact: [email protected] Renee 0279639189 Tihema 0275945140
PUKU ORA https://pukuora.com/
Contact: Angel Terekia. [email protected] 0211605475 0800 PUKUORA
ONEROA LTD (TAHU) Onsite restaurant and bar
Catering enquiries [email protected] or to book a table to dine https://www.sevenrooms.com/reservations/tahu
The KIOSK Downstairs Café on site serving Havana Coffee, Breakfast and Lunch from 6.30am
FOOD CARTEL https://www.foodcartel.nz/catering
Contact: Katie Hill. [email protected] - 0212304662
BLACK FIG https://www.blackfig.co.nz/functions-events
Contact: Tracy Carr, Amy Spence [email protected] 021 853 794
GISBORNE GOOD FOOD
Contact: Wendy Bennett 021 702222 [email protected]
LIGHTING AND SOUND
Additional audio visual requirements such as Live Streaming, multiple microphones, stages and lighting are with our recommended external technician Andy Searle 0274756462 https://www.creativelighting.co.nz/
DECORATIONS and EVENT HIRE
Decorations, plates, glassware and cutlery available from Martins Event and Party Hire
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
40 Centennial Marine Drive, Awapuni, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand
Opening times
Monday
6:00am - Midnight
Tuesday
6:00am - Midnight
Wednesday
6:00am - Midnight
Thursday
6:00am - Midnight
Friday
6:00am - Midnight
Saturday
6:00am - Midnight
Sunday
6:00am - Midnight
Rules
Lounge is to be hired for the purpose specified in your booking only.
All music needs to be off by 12:00am. Functions need to be completed, cleaned up and packed down by 12:30am.
Midway Surf Rescue Community Hub premises including balconies and entrances are Smoke Free. Ensuring your guests comply with the NO SMOKING AND VAPING condition is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY. Failure to comply will result in the forfeiture of your bond or a fee of $350.
Driveway to be kept clear of vehicles, except when using for loading purposes.
No naked flames of any kind are permitted in the lounge or on the balconies.
Behaviour of the hirer and hirer’s guests must always be of a socially acceptable standard while on the Midway Hub premises.
Please be respectful of our neighbours at Tahu. Keep the hallways clear.
This lounge does not have an alcohol sale licence. You must apply to the GDC at least 4 weeks prior for a Special Licence if you wish to sell alcohol at your event. If you supply alcohol free of charge, you do not require a licence. Tickets sold to your event that include food and drink, require a GDC licence. Failure to comply will result in your event being shutdown.
Cleanup must be complete at the conclusion of your event, including rubbish and recycling removal from site.
Fire Alarm activations deemed as caused by a function will incur a callout fee of $350
Decorations cannot be affixed to the walls, please discuss with us any decorations or promotional material you need to display
Invited guests only, no walk-ins permitted unless event is an approved open invitation 'drop in' style
BBQ's and spit roasters or any other cooking appliances are not permitted in the room, kitchen or on balconies
For parties. No yard glasses. No underage drinking. No alcohol to be bought onto site other than the delivery for the event.
Pets are not allowed other than service dogs
We use SpaceProtect to hold a bond while your event is taking place. In most instances, this is a $500 authorisation on your card that is released at the end of your event providing all goes well.
Security cameras operating on the premises both inside in the common shared spaces and around the exterior of the facility. No cameras are inside any hired rooms.
Access is securely held and monitored by the Hub Manager and Tahu Management, it is not made public under any circumstances. Footage will be made available to police if requested.
- Responsibilities of the Parties
a. The Venue Owner agrees to provide the venue in good condition and provide equipment or services as agreed upon.
b. The Hirer agrees to comply with any rules or regulations related to the use of the venue, including but not limited to: No Smoking or Vaping on the Venue Owner property, no pets other than approved service animals, good conduct of guests and respect to other tenants in the facility, no illegal activities.
c. The Hirer is required to be aware of and comply with the Sale & Supply of Alcohol Act 2012. Fact sheet is available. If alcohol is being sold a Special Liquor Licence must be obtained from GDC. The drinking of alcohol is in designated lounge only. No alcohol is allowed in the lower grounds or ground floor entrance area. Drinks cannot be taken into the hallway or into Tahu and vice versa.
d. The Hirer is responsible for providing any necessary event insurance.
e. Both the Venue Owner and Hirer have obligations under the Health and Safety in Employment Act 2015 and related regulations Prior to and /or on arrival [Management] will provide the Health and Safety induction brief including hazards evacuation and emergency procedures . As the person organising this event, for the Hirer’s company or personal group YOU are the person responsible for ensuring your onsite representatives (and any sub-contractors) are also made aware of these obligations. Your main contact person on premise, is then responsible for ensuring all your guests/delegates are aware of the Health & Safety Policy, hazards and evacuation processes.
The Venue Owner may end your function before the function end time in the case of an emergency, or if there is a case of serious disorder, or where you materially breach any of your obligations under this agreement.
Liability and Indemnification
a. The Hirer is responsible for any injuries that occur during the event and agrees to indemnify the Venue Owner against any claims arising from the event.
b. The Hirer is responsible for any damage caused to the venue or its contents and will be liable for the cost of repair or replacement.
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Additional details
No public transport in the area. 5 minute taxi from Airport or to town. Lots of free parking adjacent and on the surrounding streets.