CWH Event Terms

Supply of alcohol

  • Drinks will be available by the glass or bottle, as per our current private events drinks menu.
  • Community Wine House (CWH)/Minimum Wines is an all-ages venue. Any person under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times. In line with our Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) obligations, alcohol will not be served to anyone under 18, and minors must not consume alcohol purchased or supplied to another guest. 

Cancellation policy

  • Deposit: the event deposit is non-refundable.
  • Cancellation: If you cancel your event less than 7 days prior to the event date, then we are unable to provide a refund; your entire event fee will be forfeited.

Pax limits

  • Max pax: 200.
  • Seating plan: see diagram showing how many pax can be accommodated in each section.

Music

  • No live music.
  • If playing music loud, please close roller + glass doors.

Dogs and kids welcome inside and out

  • Please note we do not have high chairs.
  • The event organiser is responsible for the conduct and supervision of guests, including children and young people attending the event.

Please note

  • Our toilet is not yet wheelchair accessible. Accessible facilities are coming soon.
  • No BYO alcohol is permitted unless explicitly agreed by CWH in writing.
  • Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the venue.
  • Please report any damage or breakages promptly. CWH may seek reimbursement for damage beyond reasonable wear and tear.
  • For activities involving external instructors, vendors, equipment or higher-risk activities, CWH may request evidence of appropriate public liability insurance before confirming the event.

Drinks + Closing

  • Last drinks: 11pm. 
  • Drinks must be finished by 11:30pm. 
  • Guests to leave at 11:30  
  • When consuming alcohol, you need to be within our designated areas, i.e., inside the warehouse or in the highlighted outdoor areas, as per the diagram on the final page.  

Food + Drink offering

  • Food and drinks as per our food and drink menu.  
  • Ordering food: If we are closed and you require additional hot food in addition to our food offering, we partner with Primo Pizza — please let us know if you would like this option and we place the order for you.  
    *this does not contribute to minimum spend 

Dietary requirements

  • We will always do our best to accommodate, but please note we can’t guarantee food is completely free from allergens, as our kitchen is small and there is shared prep. 

Heating + Cooling

  • We have heating in the bar area in winter. 
  • We do not have cooling.

Community Events

  • Free events only: no ticketing. 
  • Inside use only.
  • Please don’t move furniture.
  • A CWH team member will show you the lights, heating/cooling, bathroom, bins, brooms, bathroom, bins, exits and emergency information.
  • If there are any spills, breakages or damage, make the area safe and notify CWH.
  • Keep access and exit areas clear at all times.
  • Place rubbish in the appropriate bins.
  • Leave the space as you found it.
  • Call CWH phone when leaving so we can close the warehouse before you leave.
  • As this is a private community event, the CWH bar will not be open during your event to serve any drinks or food.
  • You and your guests are welcome to bring non-alcoholic drinks and snacks.
  • Additional Time: Community events are booked for the agreed event times. If the event runs beyond the agreed finish time, an additional venue fee of $250 per hour will apply.
  • Damage: Any damage caused to the venue, furniture, equipment or other property during the event will be the responsibility of the event organiser, and any associated repair or replacement costs will be charged accordingly.

Branded Event/Private Hire

  • Food must be pre-ordered.
  • A minimum spend of $4,000 applies to private event hire.
  • All food and beverages purchased through Community Wine House contribute towards the minimum spend (including pre-ordered food).
  • If the minimum spend is not reached, the remaining balance will be charged at the conclusion of the event.
  • Payment of a 50% deposit is required to secure your booking.  

Collabs + Pop-ups

  • Community Wine House retains $10 from each ticket sold.
  • We’ll run and manage the bar throughout the event, with all bar sales managed by Community Wine House. 

Photography

  • Photos and videos may be taken during events at Community Wine House for use on our website, social media and in promotional materials. If you or any of your guests would prefer not to be photographed or filmed, please let our team know before or on arrival.

Last updated: 9/10/2026