TERMS & CONDITIONS

VILLAGE FUNCTIONS AT ROOKWOOD
The Rookwood Cemetery Function Centre was purpose built and completed in 2016 offering two beautiful air-conditioned rooms which
open onto outdoor verandas and beautifully maintained gardens. Both rooms offer a perfect environment to relax, enjoy refreshments and celebrate the life of your loved one.

BOOK YOUR FUNCTION
Please contact us to book one of our function rooms as soon as you confirm your funeral service time. We require credit card details as a guarantee when you make a booking and secure your room. Please refer to capacities for the fee.

SELECT YOUR MENU
Please refer to our menu selection and advise our Event Manager which menu you would like. We offer a range of menus for various times of the day as well as cultural menus. We require menu selection 2 working days before your function date. 

SELECT YOUR BEVERAGE PACKAGE
Please refer to our beverage options, which include buffet service, glasses, ice, and set-up. Book the estimated number of guests attending. Where numbers exceed your estimates we will be able to provide additional beverages and you will be charged based on the actual number of guests that attend. 

NUMBER OF GUESTS
We require an estimate of numbers at the time of booking. Final guest  numbers to be confirmed at the latest 2 working days prior to your function.

PAYMENT
Full payment is required when you finalise your numbers which is required 2 working days prior to your function date. Payment must be made using a credit card. 1.8% surcharge applies for American Express cards and 1.5% for Visa and MasterCard.

AUDIO VISUAL REQUIREMENTS
We have audio visual facilities available in both of our rooms. Please advise us if you would like to book these facilities and bring your presentation on a USB stick. 

MINIMUM NUMBERS
There are multiple function spaces within the Village Functions at Rookwood complex. Please refer to the room capacities for minimum and maximum numbers for each room.

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
Vegetarian and gluten free guests will be catered for at no additional surcharge for all functions. For any other dietary requests please speak to our Event Manager.

CANCELLATION
If you cancel your function within 2 working days you will be charged the service hire fee. If you cancel your function within 1 working day you will be charged the full function amount.

SETUP
All functions include buffet service and setup with dining tables and chairs and quality tableware. Food and non-alcoholic beverages are self-served from the buffet tables. 

SERVICE
Menu and beverage prices include self-service of food and non-alcoholic beverages however staff are onsite to ensure that guests are well cared for, replenishment happens when required and the room is kept clean and tidy.

DURATION
All functions are for 1.5-hour duration. If you would like to book a longer duration please speak to our Events Manager. 

SURCHARGES
Surcharges are applicable for Sundays and public holidays. The following charges apply:
Sunday 10%
Public Holiday 20%