Botanical Functions 2015 Summer Menu & Packages

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Botanical is one of Melbourne’s iconic
venues, located in the heart of South Yarra
opposite the Royal Botanic Gardens and
minutes from the CBD
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Botanical is an institution in Melbourne’s hospitality scene, delivering
consistently high standards of food, beverage and service. With a choice
of five key spaces for private events including; Private Dining Room,
Archer Room, Alfresco, Restaurant Dining Room and Main Bar &
Lounge, we offer a premium setting for any occasion.
Each of these spaces can cater for events of all kinds including private
cocktail functions, product or media launches, dinner and corporate
functions. With our close proximity to the Royal Botanic Gardens we are
an ideal venue for wedding receptions.
Our team of hospitality professionals are on hand to seamlessly manage
every detail of your event, no matter how big or small and look forward to
working with you, to ensure your event is a huge success.

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THE CHEF’S TABLE
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Set within the surrounds of the dining room, with etched glass and
conservatory style roof line, the Botanical Chef’s Table, crafted from a
fallen tree in the Botanic Gardens, can accommodate up to 20 guests.
Overlooking the Chef’s Table is our wine wall, which showcases rare
and premium wines from around the globe. Take your pick from a range
of set menus offering fresh local produce and our award winning wine list
to create a dining experience to remember.

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ARCHER ROOM
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The Archer Room has been named in honour of one of Australia’s great
racehorses, Archer, who won the first two Melbourne Cups and was once
stabled here in this building.
The Archer Room is a bright spacious area with a vertical garden,
fireplace, private bar and access to the courtyard area. It has dedicated
AV facilities and is an ideal venue for private dinners, cocktail parties
and conferences.

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ALFRESCO
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Overlooking Domain Road and the Royal Botanic Gardens, the Alfresco
is a bright and open space, perfect for groups of up to 16 guests.
The Alfresco is available for private dining on Monday, Tuesday,
Wednesday and Saturday nights.

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RESTAURANT DINING ROOM
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Looking out over Domain Road and across to the Botanic Gardens the
Restaurant Dining Room offers guests a truly memorable dining
experience.
The Restaurant Dining Room is the largest of our private dining spaces,
comfortably seating up to 80 guests.
This room offers its own dedicated AV facilities and private bar, making it
the perfect space to host a variety of events including; weddings,
birthday celebrations, product launch or your next corporate event.

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MAIN BAR & LOUNGE
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The impressive Main Bar fashioned with Pietra Grigio marble, fireplace
and heated courtyard, provides an elegant space for your next event and
the perfect place to celebrate in all seasons.
The Lounge can also be booked exclusively for informal cocktail style
events, accommodating up to 50 guests.

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DINING
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SET MENU
2 courses, $65 per person
3 courses, $85 per person
Set menus are served with choice of
one latte, long black or tea per person
plus sweet petit fours to finish.
PRE-DINING CANAPÉS
4 canapés, $15 per person
5 canapés, $20 per person
Select any cold or hot canapés
from the Canapé Menu (page 24).
(gf) gluten free
(v) vegetarian
*can be made gluten free
RACLETTE PACKAGE
French Raclette Cheese
Charcuterie Platters
Ham, Serrano, Chorizo, Wagyu Bresoala,
Venison Salami, Saucisson, Spanich Lombo,
Fuet sausage
Condiments
Potatoes, cornichon, pickled onions, pickled
cauliflower, shaved radish, sautéed onion
Salad
Butter lettuce, shallot & Champagne vinegar
dressing
Dessert
Yuzu cloud, coconut pearls, compressed
pineapple, guava sorbet
$85 per person
ENTREES: SELECT TWO
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Chilled pea soup, crème fraiche, crispy Serrano, farm fresh pea, melba
toast, almond milk *
House smoked salmon, potato & dill salad, grilled asparagus, crème fraiche
& toasted brioche croutons *
Heirloom tomatoes, goats’ curd, dried black olive, baby cos, micro basil,
balsamic reduction (v)
Artichoke barigoule, pancetta, porcini mousse, shiitake soil, pickled
mushroom
Kingfish Carpaccio, golden beetroot salad, brioche crumb, coconut powder,
vanilla & lime dressing, black garlic cream *
Chef’s terrine & condiments
MAINS: SELECT THREE
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Gnocchi, sauce vierge, shaved fennel, dandelion & green olive salad,
tomato dressing (v)
250g Sirloin, sweet potato puree, mache lettuce & radish salad,
Montpellier butter (gf)
Balinese style pork belly, smoked corn puree, pickled cauliflower, Asian
salad, spiced jus (gf)
Lamb rump, char grilled baby eggplant, green olive tapenade, goat’s curd,
rosemary lamb jus (gf)
Snapper fillet, heirloom cherry tomato & almond salsa, spinach puree, ajo
blanco
SIDES TO SHARE (V)*: SELECT TWO
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French fries
Mixed leaf salad
Butter lettuce salad, shallot & Champagne vinaigrette
Triple cooked chips
Farro, roasted butternut pumpkin, pepitas & ricotta
Green beans, rainbow chard, lemon oil, persillade
DESSERTS: SELECT TWO
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Yuzu cloud, coconut pearl, mango, guava sorbet (gf)
Milk praline tart, white parfait, fleur de sel, red currant (gf)
Goat’s milk cheesecake, Szechuan macerated strawberry, liquorice &
strawberry sorbet
Crème caramel with orange tuile (gf)
Cheese tasting plate*

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FUNCTION
BEVERAGES
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BAR TAB / CONSUMPTION
ACCOUNT
Your preferred selection of
beverages served for the duration of
the event.
Our staff can keep you informed of
your consumption account balance
as required during your event.
*All beverages are subject to availability
from our supplier
*The Botanical does not permit BYO
products of any description
SPARKLING
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NV Airlie Bank Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC 49
NV Punt Road Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC 59
NV Leclerc Briant Blanc de Noir Hautvillers, Cumières 118
WHITE WINE
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2012 Rocky Gully Riesling, Frankland River, WA 39
2011 Gunderloch ‘Fritz’ Riesling, Rheinhessen, GER 48
2012 SC Pannell ‘Bianco’ Pinot Gris Riesling blend, Adelaide Hills, SA 55
2013 Wairau River Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ 45
2012 Huia Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ 57
2011 Stickleback Verdelho Semillon blend, Langhorne Creek, SA 38
2011 Dom. Wachau ‘Terrassen’ Gruner Veltliner, Wachau, AUT 57
2012 Airlie Bank Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, VIC 42
2011 Frankland Estate ‘Isolation Ridge’ Chardonnay, Frankland River, WA 55
RED WINE
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2013 Airlie Bank Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC 42
2010 Delta Vineyard Pinot Noir, Marlborough, NZ 59
2012 Heartland Shiraz, Langhorne Creek, SA 45
2012 Balnaves ‘The Blend’ Cabernet Merlot, Coonawarra, SA 49
2009 Stickleback Cabernet Shiraz Dolcetto, Langhorne Creek, SA 38
2011 Punt Road Cabernet Sauvignon, Yarra Valley, VIC 55
2010 Pierre Amadieu Cotes-du-Rhone, Southern Rhone, FRA 58
2010 Heartland Dolcetto Lagrein, Langhorne Creek, SA 52
2012 Shadowfax Shiraz, Heathcote/Werribee, VIC 55
BEER: TAP
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Asahi Super Dry, JAPAN 9
Colonial Kolsch, WA 6.5
Mountain Goat Summer Ale, VIC 5.5
The Hills Apple Cider, SA 6
James Boag’s Premium Light (bottle) TAS 5.5
SOFT DRINKS 4
STILL & SPARKLING MINERAL WATER 8

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STANDARD
BEVERAGE PACKAGE
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2 hrs duration $35 per person
Please ask your event planner for our
premium selections and main wine list
Add still and sparkling mineral waters
for $8 extra per person
*All wines are subject to availability and require 7
working days notice before your event date
Includes 1 sparkling, 2 white and 2 red wines, 3 beers & soft drinks
SPARKLING WINE
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NV Airlie Bank Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC
WHITE WINE: SELECT TWO
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2012 Rocky Gully Riesling Frankland River, WA
2013 Wairau River Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
2012 Airlie Bank Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, VIC
2011 Stickleback Verdelho Semillon blend, Langhorne Creek, SA
RED WINE: SELECT TWO
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2013 Airlie Bank Pinot Noir, Yarra Valley, VIC
2012 Heartland Shiraz Langhorne Creek, SA
2012 Balnaves ‘The Blend’ Cabernet Merlot, Coonawarra, SA
2009 Stickleback Cabernet Shiraz Dolcetto blend Langhorne Creek, SA
TAP BEERS
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Mountain Goat Summer Ale, VIC
Colonial Kolsch, WA
BEER: BOTTLED
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James Boag’s Premium Light, TAS
SOFT DRINKS

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PREMIUM
BEVERAGE PACKAGE
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Please ask your event planner for our
premium selections and main wine list
Add still and sparkling mineral waters
for $8 extra per person
*All wines are subject to availability and require 7
working days notice before your event date.
Includes 1 sparkling, 2 white and 2 red wines, 3 beers & soft drinks
SPARKLING WINE
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NV Punt Road Sparkling Chardonnay Pinot Noir Yarra Valley, VIC
WHITE WINE: SELECT TWO
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2011 Gunderloch ‘Fritz’ Riesling, Rheinhessen, GER
2012 Huia Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
2012 SC Pannell ‘Bianco’ Pinot Gris Riesling blend, Adelaide Hills, SA
2011 Dom. Wachau ‘Terrassen’ Gruner Veltliner, Wachau, Austria
2011 Frankland Estate ‘Isolation Ridge’ Chardonnay, Frankland River, WA
RED WINE: SELECT TWO
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2010 Delta Vineyard Pinot Noir, Marlborough, NZ
2012 Shadowfax Shiraz, Heathcote/Werribee, VIC
2010 Pierre Amadieu Cotes-du-Rhone, Southern Rhone, France
2010 Heartland Dolcetto Lagrein, Langhorne Creek, SA
2011 Punt Road Cabernet Sauvignon, Yarra Valley, VIC
TAP BEERS
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Mountain Goat Summer Ale, VIC
Colonial Kolsch, WA
BEER: BOTTLED
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James Boag’s Premium Light, TAS
SOFT DRINKS

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COCKTAIL FUNCTIONS
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Our stylish cocktail functions can be
tailor made to suit any occasion.
Impress your guests with our selection
of canapés, range of beverage
packages and exclusive wine list.
We’ll look after the details while you
enjoy the party.
Minimum order of 10 pieces
per person
(v) vegetarian
(gf ) gluten free
*can be made gluten free
COLD CANAPÉS
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Natural oyster, lemon (gf) 4
Oyster & bacon beignet 4
Cherry tomato, avocado salsa, ricotta (v)(gf) 3.5
Grilled asparagus, parmesan custard, salted hazelnut praline (v) 3.5
Beef tartare with Jerusalem artichoke crisp on black lavosh* 4
Pork & duck terrine on toasted sourdough, onion jam, cornichon* 3
House smoked salmon, potato, crème fraiche (gf) 4
Savoury beetroot macaron, goat cheese cream (gf) 3
Chilled pea soup shooter, almond oil, roasted almond (v)(gf) 2.5
Ocean trout tartare, crispy brioche crumb 3.5
HOT CANAPÉS
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Mini beef bourguignon pies 4
Bouillabaisse soup shooter, fish skewer (gf) 3.5
Pumpkin soup & roasted pumpkin seeds shooter, crème fraiche (v)(gf) 3
Quail egg Benedict (gf) 4
Rare roast beef, horseradish cream, potato chips 3.5
Crispy skin snapper, cherry tomato salsa, almond gazpacho (gf) 4.5
Poached kingfish with citrus, pickled baby carrot (gf) 4.5
Pork belly, crackling, apple puree (gf) 4
Jamon croquette, piquillo pepper jam 3
Leek & comte tartlet (v) 4
Crumbed fish with tartare sauce 5
French blue vein, caramelised onion, rolled in puff pastry (v) 2.5
Mushroom & cheese vol au vent (v) 3
Capsicum, spinach, ricotta & pinenut spanakopita (v) 3
DESSERT CANAPÉS
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Raspberry icy pop (v)(gf) 2.5
Yuzu cloud, coconut pearl, fresh mango (v)(gf) 3
Chocolate & almond praline tart (v) 3.5
Cheesecake, poached strawberry (v) 3.5
Mini lemon meringue tart (v) 3.5

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SET BREAKFAST
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Continental,
$25 per person
Continental plus Cooked,
$35 per person
A room hire charge of $150 applies
to breakfast bookings of less
than 10 guests.
Available for private functions
Monday to Friday, 7.15am - 11.00am
CONTINENTAL
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Large Shared bowls for the table:
Botanical bircher muesli
Mango, pineapple & coconut salad
Shared baked goods:
Sourdough toast
Croissants
Fruit loaf
Breakfast pastries
Conserves
Choice of one tea or coffee*
Jugs of juice for the table
CONTINENTAL PLUS COOKED
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Large Shared bowls for the table:
Botanical bircher muesli
Mango, pineapple & coconut salad
Shared baked goods:
Sourdough toast
Croissants
Fruit loaf
Breakfast pastries
Conserves
Guests to choose one option:
Botanical poached eggs on toast:
bacon, slow roasted tomatoes, sautéed spinach
OR
Nordic Egg:
House smoked salmon, chilled 63° poached egg, confit potato, dill, crisp leek,
chervil & nasturtium, horseradish cream
Choice of one tea or coffee*
Jugs of juice for the table
*Latte or long black

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DECORATION
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If you require additional decoration for your event, we are happy to
organise this for you through our preferred suppliers or alternatively we
can provide you with their contact details so you can to liaise with them
directly.
ROOM SIZES
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Archer: 51m2
Chef’s Table: 30m2
Main Bar: 57m2
Lounge: 36m2
Courtyard: 35m2
ENTERTAINMENT
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Bands, DJ’s and any other entertainment that you may wish to have at
your function, can be organised through our events team or if you have
your own preferred contact you may use them at the approval of
Botanical management.
PARKING AND PUBLIC TRANSPORT
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There is ample street parking available around the Botanic Gardens,
Domain Road, Birwood Avenue and Anderson Street. Please note that
parking restrictions do apply Monday through Sunday. If you wish to
take Public Transport you can take the number 8 tram and disembark at
stop number 24, corner of Park and Domain Road.
AV REQUIREMENTS
An additional charge of $200 for use of any Audio Visual needs is
applicable when hosting a private event at The Botanical. Foxtel is
also available.
Chef’s Table
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iPod input
Nightlife Music (house music)
55”LED Display mobile trolley (DVD, Foxtel, FTA TV, Laptop input,
USB flash drive input: Video (.avi Playback)
Wireless Mic
A. 4x Martin 4” Ceiling speakers
Archer Room
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iPod input
USB flash drive input: Video
(.avi Playback)
DJ Input (also takes a mixing desk for a small or 3 piece etc)
Wireless Mic
A. 2x Martin AQ8 two-way passive loudspeakers
Main Bar / Lounge
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iPod input
Integrated 50” Plasma screens (x2) to display DVD, Foxtel, FTA TV
(no laptop)
DJ Input (also takes a mixing desk for a small
or 3 piece etc)
Wireless Mic
A. 2x Martin Omniline, line array speakers
B. 2x twin 12” subwoofers
Restaurant Dinining Room
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iPod input
USB flash drive input: Video (.avi Playback)
Wireless Mic
Alfresco
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TERMS & CONDITIONS BOOKING FORM
TENTATIVE BOOKINGs & CONFIRMATION
Tentative bookings will be held for a period of five (5) days only. At which time the
booking will be released if a signed copy of the terms and conditions along with
deposit has not been received. Reservations will only be confirmed on receipt of
a signed copy of the terms and conditions and deposit.
DEPOSIT
The following deposit amount is required to confirm the booking, unless otherwise
specified by Botanical:
Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Chef’s Table $400 $200 $200
Archer Room $400 $500 $500
Alfresco $200
Lounge (Main Bar) $500 $500
Restaurant Dining Room POA POA POA
Main Bar POA POA POA
MINIMUM SPENDS
When stipulated, functions must adhere to the minimum spend required.
Organisers are liable for the difference in the event of the minimum spend not
being met. The minimum spend includes any food and beverages consumed or
purchased at the event.
January - October Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Chef’s Table $400 $1,500 $1,500
Archer Room $400 $2,000 $2,500
Alfresco $1,500
Lounge (Main Bar) $500* $500*
*$500 exclusively spent on food catering.
November - December Breakfast Lunch Dinner
Chef’s Table $400 $2,000 $2,000
Archer Room $400 $2,500 $3,500
Alfresco $2,000
Lounge (Main Bar) $1,000* $1,000*
*Requirement of $1000 can be spent on food and beverage catering.
CONFIRMATION OF ATTENDANCE
Anticipated final numbers are required fourteen (14) days prior to your event.
Payment will be based on final catering numbers provided three (3) working days
prior to event or attendee numbers on the day, whichever is greater.
CATERING REQUIREMENTS
All guests attending the function must be catered for by selecting one of
Botanical’s catering packages.
Menu and beverage selections are required fourteen (14) days prior to your
event. Should selections not be advised at this point your menu selection cannot
be guaranteed.
Botanical reserves the right to substitute menu items of a similar quality without
notice, due to, but not limited to, supplier shortages and seasonal change.
Botanical reserves the right to substitute selected beverages with beverages of
equal value if the preferred selection is unavailable.
A surcharge applies if extra choices are required. With prior notice, all dietary
requirements will be catered for with a modified or separate meal.
Special dietary requirements must be communicated to Botanical fourteen (14)
days prior to the event.
BYO POLICY
No food or beverage of any kind will be permitted to be brought into Botanical for
the consumption of guests, with the exception of Celebration Cakes/Cupcakes.
A service fee of $3 will be charged per head for cutting, plating and serving.
RESPONSIBLE SERVICE OF ALCOHOL
The Botanical adheres to responsible service of alcohol legislation. All staff are
trained in the Liquor Licensing Accredited ‘RSA – responsible Service of Alcohol’
and by way of law may refuse to serve alcohol to any person who they may
believe to be intoxicated. Any intoxicated person will be removed from the venue.
In accordance with liquor licensing laws of Victoria, minors (under 18) are only
permitted on the premises in the direct company of their parent or legal guardian
and must not consume alcohol.
AV FACILITIES AND ENTERTAINMENT
It is the organiser’s responsibility to ensure that any external AV equipment or
devices such as iPod’s, DVD’s etc are compatible with Botanical’s in house
equipment. You may test any of this equipment at a mutually convenient time
prior to the function. Approval by management at Botanical is required should the
organiser wish to hire a band, DJ or any other form of entertainment. Noise
restrictions apply.
SET UP AND DELIVERY
External audio-visual and production companies are required to make contact
with Botanical event staff seven (7) working days prior to the event.
The client should ensure event staff are advised of all goods/packages to be
delivered and that they are adequately marked with the contact name, date of the
event and contact number. All equipment must be removed at the conclusion of
the event unless previously arranged with Botanical event staff.
Confetti, sparklers, rose petals or party poppers are not permitted unless
approved by management at Botanical.
DAMAGES AND CLEANING
Organisers are financially responsible for any damage to the building, furniture or
property during and immediately following the function, including any costs for
repair or replacement at current market price. The organisers of the function are
responsible for damage caused by their guests, outside contractors or agents
prior to, during and after the event.
CANCELLATION
Refunds are made on a pro-rata basis;
3+ months: $50 Administration fee
1-3 months: Deposit will be forfeited
Less than 1 month: Deposit forfeited + cancellation fee equivalent prior to event
to 10% of total estimated food and beverage charges (based on last numbers
provided).
Less than 2 weeks: Deposit forfeited + cancellation fee equivalent prior to event
to 20% of total estimated food, beverage and AV charges (based on last numbers
provided).
Less than 1 week: Deposit forfeited + cancellation fee equivalent prior to event
to 50% of total estimated food, beverage and AV charges (based on last numbers
provided).
*Please note that rescheduling your booking is classed as a cancellation of the
original date and will incur the same cancellation policies as outlined above.
CONTENT OF EVENT
If The Botanical has reasons to believe that any event/function will affect the
smooth running of the venue, its security or reputation, the management reserves
the right to cancel at its discretion without notice or liability. Some functions may
require security which will be advised at the time of booking.
CLIENT RESPONSIBILTY
Botanical will not be held responsible for the loss of or damage to, property left on
premise prior to, during or after an event. The client is required to inform all
relevant persons involved in the organisation of the event, including colleagues or
contactors of Botanical’s Terms and Conditions outlined herein.
PRICE VARIATIONS
Every endeavour is made to maintain our prices as originally quoted to you
however, they are subject to change. Should any increases occur, we will notify
you immediately.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS BOOKING FORM
SERVICE CHARGE
A 4% gratuity applies for all private functions and will be added
to the final bill (not included in minimum spend requirement).
PAYMENT
Payment must be finalised by cash or credit card on the day, at the conclusion of
the event or prior to the event taking place.
Any payments made by bank cheque must be approved and settled prior to event
date. All prices are inclusive of GST.
Total catering charges will be based on minimum spend or actual attendance,
whichever is greater.
Function booking date DAY / MONTH / YEAR
Function arrival time
Occasion
Reserved space
Company name (if applicable)
Contact name
Phone number
Email
By signing this acceptance form, I understand and accept the above listed
Terms and Conditions including all deposit and cancellation policies.
Signature
Deposit Payment:
 Cash
 Cheque
 Credit Card
Name on Card
Credit card [ ] VISA [ ] MASTERCARD [ ] AMEX
Card Number
Expiry / CCV

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