Hiring With Us
Here at St James' Glen Iris we have several halls and smaller rooms for hiring. They are suitable for a range of different activities such as community groups, dancing groups, NFP's and children's events. In our halls complex, we have a large hall, a small hall, meeting room, playroom, kitchen, kitchenette, bathroom, and backyard area. Our worship centre is also available for hire. We have a small carpark out the front of the complex, and a number 6 tram stop right outside for public transport access. Our complex is child-safe, with child-proof fencing surrounding the halls and disability friendly, with ramps to entrances.
Hire rates are set at reasonable community prices with booking times set at a minimum of two hours with options for all-day bookings and weekend bookings. Please note that our bathrooms are automatically included in every booking.
Hires of a spiritual or religious nature need to be consistent with the fundamental beliefs and principles of the Christian faith and the Anglican Church.
Please note that our office phone is not always attended to. Email enquiries are preferred. Please allow up to three business days for a response.
To hire a space with us or to make an enquiry please follow the steps at the bottom of the page.
Thank you and we look forward to hosting you.
Large Hall
Our large hall has dimensions of 16m X 11m and is perfect for 80-150 people. Audio systems are available for hire, if music would like to be included. Trestle tables and chairs are available also. Please indicate how many are required when filling out an enquiry.
This room does not have heating available.
$60.00 per hour for hire, with $200.00 bond payment
(minimum two-hour hire)
(not available evenings)
(discounts available for ongoing hires)
Small Hall
Our small hall has dimensions of 11m X 11m and is suitable for 60-100 people. There is an attached kitchenette and two doors that lead out to our backyard area. This room has fully functioning heating and air-conditioning, as well as A/V , trestle tables and chairs available.
$50.00 per hour for hire, with $200.00 bond payment
(minimum two-hour hire)
(discounts available for ongoing hires)
Meeting Room
Our meeting room is carpeted and has dimensions of 11m X 4m. This room is appropriate for 10-20 people, and there are tables and chairs available. This room is adjacent to our small hall, but also has a separate entrance door. Please note, the cupboards are not for personal storage without the express permission of St James Office.
This room does have heating available.
$35.00 per hour for hire with $200.00 bond payment
(minimum two-hour hire)
Playroom
Our playroom is well equipped with soft play areas, children's toys and child-proof fencing from the kitchen. Its dimensions are 8m X 11m and is suitable for 20-30 people. This room also has easy access via the kitchen to the backyard area. Please note, any damage accrued to the children's toys and learning tools, will incur a cost.
This room does have heating available.
$50.00 per hour for hire, with $200.00 bond payment
(minimum two-hour hire)
Backyard Area
Our backyard area has a small playground area, a sandpit and a BBQ available for hire. The whole area is fenced off with child-proof fencing, and can be easily accessed from the small hall or the kitchen.
$35.00 per hour for hire, with $200.00 bond payment (cost can be combined with another space if it is hired in conjunction)
(minimum two-hour hire)
Kitchen
Our kitchen has dimensions of 7m x 3m and is a fully equipped non-commercial kitchen. We have two sinks, a dishwasher, two ovens, stovetop, kettle and urn, cutlery , glasses, mugs, and a range of other serving equipment, and a full sized fridge. If anything else is required, then enquire with St James' Office.
$10.00 per hour for hire, with $200.00 bond payment (cost can be combined with another space if it is hired in conjunction)
(minimum two-hour hire)
Worship Centre
Our worship centre can comfortably seat 220 people and have up to 300 in standing room capacity. There is an adjacent kitchenette and meeting room. Full sound desk and A/V support upon request is available. Please note, this space is not available on Sunday mornings or important Anglican holy days. The pipe organ may only be accessed upon request and with approved users.
This room does have heating available.
$50.00 per hour for hire, with $200.00 bond payment
(minimum two-hour hire)
(discounts available for ongoing hires)
Front Garden
Our Front Garden has two benches and a generous grass area. It can be accessed by the stairs or through the carpark. Please note that it is not a private, enclosed space (like our backyard) as it opens up to High Street traffic but it is a great option for hirers who would prefer a more affordable outdoor picnic option in the fresh air where they can tidy up after themselves without incurring a cleaning fee (applicable to events involving food and drink in our indoor spaces above).
$20.00 per hour for hire, with $200.00 bond payment (cost can be combined with another space if it is hired in conjunction)
(minimum two-hour hire)
Ready to make a booking?
Please follow the steps below if you'd like to proceed. If you're just inquiring and not yet ready to book, express your interest here.
Feel free to contact us if you require assistance or have any questions but please note that our office phone is not always attended to.
Email enquiries are preferred. Please allow up to three business days for a response due to our Office Administrator's part-time work hours.
Thank you and we look forward to hosting you.
Firstly, is this for a one-off hire?
If so, please follow steps 1, 2 and 3 below. If not, skip ahead to the next bit about ongoing hires. 👇🏽
Please note: after you have downloaded and filled out the form in step 1, you'll be prompted to upload it to us when you get to step 3;
and if you already have public liability insurance, you can skip step 2 and upload your certificate of currency in step 3.
If so, please follow steps 1, 2 and 3 below. If not, skip ahead to the next bit about ongoing hires. 👇🏽
Please note: after you have downloaded and filled out the form in step 1, you'll be prompted to upload it to us when you get to step 3;
and if you already have public liability insurance, you can skip step 2 and upload your certificate of currency in step 3.
Keen to book an ongoing hire? Over here! 👋🏽
To book, please follow steps A and B below.
Please note: if you have downloaded and filled out the form in step A, you'll be prompted to upload it to us when you get to step B.
Please have your certificate of currency ready to upload when you arrive at step B.
To book, please follow steps A and B below.
Please note: if you have downloaded and filled out the form in step A, you'll be prompted to upload it to us when you get to step B.
Please have your certificate of currency ready to upload when you arrive at step B.
Not sure about booking yet but still have questions? 🤔
No worries! If you know what you're after and you'd just like some further details around pricing, once the bond and cleaning charges are added on, or if you'd like to pop in for a tour, you can express your interest by filling out the form below.
No worries! If you know what you're after and you'd just like some further details around pricing, once the bond and cleaning charges are added on, or if you'd like to pop in for a tour, you can express your interest by filling out the form below.
St James' Anglican Church Glen Iris
1461 High Streets
Glen Iris, Victoria, 3146
Australia
ABN: 67 570 086 366
(03) 9885 6654