Waurn Ponds Estate
Conferences
Welcome to Geelong’s premiere conference centre, boasting state of the art technology, serene views and elegant accommodation.
Torquay Room
Our largest conference room, Torquay features endless views, high ceilings, access to our Lawn and the latest AV technology.
Cabaret: 80
Boardroom: 26
Theatre: 154
U Shape: 34
Classroom: 48
Data projector and screen, with fold back screen for presenters view
Built in cameras at front and rear of room
Connectivity to your personal laptop
Lectern with microphone and touch panel operation
2 x handheld microphones
2 x lapel microphones
8 x table microphones
Wi-fi
Hearing loop device
Anglesea Room
Our second largest conference room, Anglesea is full of natural light with high ceilings, access to a terrace and the latest AV technology.
Cabaret: 30
Boardroom: 16
Theatre: 60
U Shape: 22
Classroom: 24
Data projector and screen
Built in cameras at front and rear of room
Connectivity to your personal laptop
Lectern with microphone and touch panel operation
2 x handheld microphones
2 x lapel microphones
Wi-fi
Hearing loop device
Bellbrae Room
A smaller boardroom, Bellbrae features views through floor to ceiling windows, access to a private balcony and the latest AV technology.
Boardroom: 10
Data projector and screen
Touch panel operation
Connectivity to your personal laptop
Built in camera and microphone for online meetings
Wi-fi
Ceres Room
A smaller boardroom, Ceres features views through floor to ceiling windows, access to a private balcony and the latest AV technology.
Boardroom: 10
Data projector and screen
Touch panel operation
Connectivity to your personal laptop
Built in camera and microphone for online meetings
Wi-fi
Duneed Room
One of our mid-sized conference rooms, Duneed features lake views through floor to ceiling windows, access to a private balcony and the latest AV technology.
Boardroom: 16
Data projector and screen
Touch panel operation
Connectivity to your personal laptop
Built in camera and microphone for online meetings
Wi-fi
Jan Juc Room
A smaller boardroom, Jan Juc features views through floor to ceiling windows, access to a private balcony and the latest AV technology.
U-Shape:12
Data projector and screen
Touch panel operation
Connectivity to your personal laptop
Built in camera and microphone for online meetings
Wi-fi
Moriac Room
A smaller boardroom, Moriac features views through floor to ceiling windows, access to a private balcony and the latest AV technology.
U-Shape: 12
Data projector and screen
Touch panel operation
Connectivity to your personal laptop
Built in camera and microphone for online meetings
Wi-fi
Paraparap Room
One of our mid-sized conference rooms, Paraparap features lake views through floor to ceiling windows, access to a private balcony and the latest AV technology.
U-Shape: 18
Data projector and screen
Touch panel operation
Connectivity to your personal laptop
Built in camera and microphone for online meetings
Wi-fi
Public Meeting Spaces
The Estate features multiple indoor and outdoor areas available for smaller meetings or breakout spaces.
Spaces available:
Kitchen Garden
Pool Area
Terraces
The Lawn
Indoor Lounge
Find out more here (link to venues page).
All spaces throughout the Estate have free Wi-Fi.
The Lounge includes a portable presentation screen with microphone.
Not sure where to start?
Conference Room Capacity Chart
Want to find out more?
Download our conference kit.
Fill in your details and we will send it straight to your inbox.
A team member will also get in touch to see if we can assist you in any way.
State of the art conference technology
The Estate’s AV equipment is tailored to provide a seamless user experience and enhance your conference.
Our meeting rooms feature one-touch operation, allowing you to plug your laptop directly into our extra large screens.
Cameras are built in both at the front and rear of the rooms for ease of Zoom meetings, and recording capabilities and hearing loop devices are available.Â
Along with the cutting-edge technology provided, your conference can be supported by our campus IT specialists, available to hire.Â
Delicious conference catering
Our conference menus will nourish and sustain you throughout the day.
Exciting and flavourful food is part of what we do at the Estate. Our dishes are created using seasonal ingredients and produce from our kitchen garden.
Our menus promote interaction between delegates, either via our Premium package lunch, served grazing style, or our Deluxe package lunch, served seated.
Great coffee is essential, and our packages feature one-touch espresso coffee and Love Tea available all day.
Accommodation at the Estate
Unwind, reflect and relax when you stay with us in one of our 60 contemporary guest rooms, with views overlooking the Estate’s grounds, landscaped gardens or infinity pool.
Each room features a spacious king size bed, modern ensuite bathroom, contemporary furnishings, plush bedding, tea and coffee making facilities, a desk, TV and Kevin Murphy products.
Breakfast can be added to your booking, and most of our rooms can be effortlessly transformed into twin-share.
Suites and accessible rooms are also available.
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Helpful information
How many conference rooms does the Estate have?
The Estate has eight different conference rooms, in addition to a variety of public spaces that can be utilised for less formal discussions and meetings.
Crafted to exceptional standards, our conference rooms are thoughtfully designed, ensuring an ideal backdrop for your upcoming conference.
The smaller meeting rooms can accommodate up to 10 people, while our largest conference space can hold 154 delegates.
Can we use the outdoor spaces for team building activities?
Absolutely. We encourage our groups to use the Estate to its full potential and our large Lawn, rolling hills, tennis courts and walking track work perfectly for team building activities.
Contact our team for more information.
What conference technology is available at the Estate?
Featuring cutting-edge audio-visual technology and contemporary amenities, our meeting spaces are expertly tailored to elevate the experience of your conference or meeting.
Our AV equipment features one-touch operation, allowing you full access from your own laptop.
The Estate’s conference rooms also have an extra large projector screen, and lectern with microphone as well as handheld, lapel and table microphones.
The spaces have built in cameras both at the front and rear of the rooms for ease of Zoom meetings, and we have recording capabilities and hearing loop devices available.
Free wi-fi is available throughout the Estate.
Does the Estate have conference accommodation?
Yes, Waurn Ponds Estate has 60 accommodation rooms that can host up to 120 guests when twinned or shared. These include two suites and three accessible rooms.
Each of our rooms feature king size beds, modern ensuites, tea and coffee making facilities, a TV, desk, Kevin Murphy products and gorgeous views.
Find out more about our accommodation options and inclusions here.
Does Waurn Ponds Estate have break out rooms?
The Estate’s six smaller meeting rooms located amongst the accommodation wings offer excellent breakout rooms with full AV facilities.
The design of the Estate’s common areas, event spaces and grounds encourage informal breakout sessions. Small groups of people can find a quiet spot to brainstorm, discuss ideas, reflect, or plan within the lounges, quiet seating corners, available event spaces and in the garden.
Does the Estate offer conference catering?
We offer full day conference catering at Waurn Ponds Estate, with a range of packages available to suit your needs. All options include all day espresso coffee and tea.
Our Premium conference packages follow a more traditional conference route, with salads and filled sandwiches laid out grazing style, to encourage interaction between guests.
Our Deluxe conference packages include a unique take on a conference lunch, offering salads and side dishes with a hot main selection served sharing style, for a more formal, seated experience.
The Estate can also host corporate dinners, lunches and other events, such as cocktail parties, morning or afternoon teas and more.
Find out more about our catering options here.
Can I host a conference at the Estate if I am not associated with Deakin?
Yes, of course. Waurn Ponds Estate offers conferences, events and corporate accommodation to everyone. You do not have to be associated with Deakin to make a booking with us.
Please do not hesitate to contact us for a custom quote to suit your needs.
Do you have any accessible conference rooms?
Yes, the Estate has 4 conference rooms that are accessible.
No stairs are required to access our Torquay, Anglesea, Bellbrae and Ceres rooms.
Please mention your requirements to our friendly team upon booking.