The University of Western Australia
Further information
The University of Western Australia is privileged to have a unique and beautiful setting.
The grounds and memorial buildings are listed on the National Heritage Register, and you are asked to respect them.
The University will accept bookings for wedding ceremonies, photographic sessions, filming and other events on the understanding that if any booked area is required for University purposes your event would be relocated on the Campus in consultation with you.
Terms and conditions of hire
- The official confirmation letter for the use of the University grounds must be presented on request to University Security personnel. If this letter is not presented then the party will be asked to leave the University grounds immediately.
- The Sunken Gardens, Tropical Grove and Prescott Court are the only UWA areas available for wedding ceremonies. Please note that Winthrop Hall including its foyer, undercroft and balconies are not available for wedding ceremonies or photography.
- A standard wedding ceremony booking is one-and-a-half hours. Extra time may be requested but will be subject to an additional fee. Please note that set-up and pack-up of the venue must occur during your booked time. When booking a wedding ceremony at UWA the Whitfeld Court and Great Court will be made available for a one-hour free photographic session immediately following the ceremony.
- The University reserves the right to allow access to the grounds for more than one wedding photographic party at any one time. Please note that the Sunken Gardens and Tropical Grove are not available for photographic sessions.
- The University will accept bookings for wedding ceremonies, photographic sessions, filming and other events on the understanding that if the booked area is required for University purposes your event would be relocated on the campus in consultation with you. University grounds are unavailable for wedding ceremonies or photography sessions at certain periods of the year due to Examinations and other UWA commitments. Please contact the Venues Office by email or telephone on (+61 8) 6488 5900.
- All cars, including limousines, are to be parked in unreserved marked parking bays in general car parks or in accordance with instructions given by University staff on duty. UWA Parking regulations apply at all times.
- No confetti, rose petals or rice are to be thrown on University grounds. The facilities, grounds, trees, shrubs and gardens must be respected and any litter placed in the bins provided. No ceremonial flame permitted without a Subiaco Council permit and UWA approval. Quiet music may be played during the ceremony. The playing of bagpipes and other loud music is prohibited on UWA grounds without UWA Venues Office approval.
- The person named on the booking form will be held responsible for ensuring that the above conditions are observed. A fee for the cleaning/repair of an area will be imposed if an area is left in an unsatisfactory condition.
Grounds availability
University grounds are not available for wedding ceremonies or photographic sessions at the following times:
- Monday - Friday all year
- Late January to Mid March - Perth International Arts Festival (Sunken Garden)
- Saturdays during June and November - Examinations (All areas)
- Last two Saturdays in October - Examinations (All areas)
Cost of Hire
| Booking options | Public Rate | * UWA Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Ceremonies/other events | ||
| Initial booking | $400 per 1.5 hours | $200 first 1.5 hours only |
| Cancellation fee | $100 | $50 |
| Additional 30 minutes | $150 | $150 |
| Additional 60 minutes | $250 | $250 |
| Additional 90 minutes | $400 | $400 |
| Photographic sessions | ||
| Initial booking | $100 per hour | $50 for first hour only |
| Cancellation fee | $50 | $20 |
All cheques are to be made payable to: "The University of Western Australia"
Please Note: To confirm a booking an application form plus full payment must be received by the UWA Venues Office. If a booking is subsequently cancelled a cancellation fee will apply. If the cancellation is less than two months prior to the date of the ceremony, the total cost will be forfeited.
* The UWA Rate will only apply if the Bride or Groom is a current UWA Staff Member, Student or Graduate of UWA. To qualify for the discounted UWA Rate a Staff or Student Number must be included on the application. The UWA Rate only applies for the first standard booking of one-and-a-half hours for a ceremony or a one-hour photographic session. The UWA Rate will not apply to any additional time that is booked.
