Panthers Function Pack

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Conferences,Exhibitions & Events

NEWCASTLE PANTHERSCnr King & Union StsNewcastle West 2302Tel 4926 6200www.newcastle.panthers.com.au

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If you are planning a conference, exhibition or gala dinner NewcastlePanthers located in the heart of Newcastle CBD can cater to all your needs.

Newcastle Panthers has a variety offunction rooms, services and facilities to suit any occasion. Panthers has the unique ability to meet any corporate or social event requirement. Within this booklet we have a range of menus and rooms to suit every event.

The main Auditorium of Newcastle Panthers can cater on site for up to 1,500 delegates offering state of the art technology.

The Newcastle Panthers Events Team are highly experienced, dedicated professionals comitted to tailoring your event to your expectations and look forward to working with you to make your conference or event a complete success.

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BREAKFAST

Breakfast is known as the most important meal of the day.

We have the perfect breakfast menu for your important meeting.

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Light Breakfast $12.50 per person[min 30 guests -buffet service]

On ArrivalTea/coffee & Juice

Mini ham & cheese croissantsGourmet mixed muffinsBacon & mushroom frittata gfSeasonal fruit platter gfMini blueberry pancakes w/ a rich cream

Buffet Breakfast $24.00 per person[min 30 pax, seated w/ side self help buffet]

On ArrivalTea/coffee or Juice

Cold [cold selection buffet style service]Mixed cerealsMixed fruit yogurt gf

Hot [hot selection buffet style service]Choice of scrambled eggs or poached eggsSausagesBacon gfTomato

Plated Breakfast $29.50 per person[min 30 guests]


Cold [cold selection buffet style service]Mixed cerealsMixed fruit yogurt

Hot [seated and served, individually plated]Choice of scrambled eggs or poached eggsSausagesBacon gf

Coffee Break$5.50 per person[min 20guests, coffee break only]


Express Break$10.00 per person[min 20 guests - choice of two]

On ArrivalTea/coffeeSelection of fresh juices

Danish pastriesMini ham & cheese croissantsFresh baked cookies

BREAKFAST MENUS MORNING & AFTERNOON

Mini ham & cheese croissantsSeasonal fruit platter gf

Hash brownHerb sautéed mushroomsToast Baked beans

Mini ham & cheese croissantsSeasonal fruits gf

TomatoHash brownToast

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CONFERENCE

“We certainly will be recommending Newcastle Panthers to others looking for a conference venue in Newcastle.”Bev Birch, Anglican Cursillo Movement

We aim to provide outstanding value, service, precise timing and quality for your conference success.

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Conference Two $39.50 per person[min 30 guests - buffet service]


Morning TeaDanish pastries Fresh baked cookies Sandwich Selections [selection of any 4 sandwiches w/ fruit, tea/coffee & juice]Roast Beef, dijon mustard, spanish onion & salad greensHoney ham, cheese & tomatoCarved turkey breast, camembert cheese, lettuce & cranberry sauceRoasted vegetables, baby boccocini cheese & pesto mayonnaiseRoast beef, caramelized onion, cheddar cheese, rocket w/ mustard mayonnaiseSmoked chicken, capsicum tapenade, w/ oak leaf lettuce, Spanish onion

Wet Dishes [selection of 2 dishes]Beef stroganoffMassaman CurryChicken tortellini w/ a creamy chorizo & roasted tomato sauce

Salad Selection [selection of 2 dishes]roast vegetable caesarpasta salad

Afternoon TeaTea/coffee & Juice

Danish pastriesFresh fruit platter gfMixed tartlets

Newcastle Panthers Conference Day Package - Working Lunch$44.00 per person, per day[min 30 guests]


Morning TeaConference LunchAfternoon TeaIced Water & MintsStationary & PensConference Room HireBasic EquipmentParkingDedicated Events Co-Ordinator

CONFERENCE MENUS

Conference One$32.50 per person[min 30 guests - buffet service]


Morning TeaDanish pastriesMini ham & cheese croissantsBacon & mushroom frittata gf

Working Lunch - Stand Up[selection of any 4 sandwiches w/ fruit, tea/coffee & juice]Roast beef, dijon mustard, spanish onion & salad greensHoney Ham, cheese & tomatoSmoked salmon, cream cheese, cucumber & spanish onion Carved turkey breast, camembert cheese, lettuce & cranberry sauceSmoked chicken, sundried tomato & rocket w/ a mustard mayonnaiseRoasted vegetables, boccocini cheese & pesto mayonnaiseRoast beef, caramelized onion, cheddar cheese, rocket w/ mustard mayonnaiseSmoked chicken, capsicum tapenade, lettuce & spanish onion

Afternoon TeaTea/coffee & Juice

Danish pastriesFresh fruit platter gfMixed tartlets

Satay chicken gfVegetable lasagneLamb & vegetable hot pot gf

Fresh fruit platter gfMixed tartletsFresh baked cookiesGourmet mixed muffins

Fresh baked cookiesGourmet mixed muffins

Mini ham & cheese croissants

medetteranian greek

Fresh baked cookiesGourmet mixed muffins

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DINING

We offer a range of dining from buffet to premium dining options. A menu to suit every event.

“The catering was excellent...at Panthers, we were absolutley thrilled with the quality of the food...the timing was terrif ic”Amber Bibby, HRATA Comittee Representative

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Buffet Two[min 30 guests]

Tea/coffee & Juice

Bread Selection

Cavery OptionsVietnamese ChickenRosemary roasted lamb leg gfPepper crusted beef gf

Wet DishesBeef stroganoffMassaman curry gfChicken tortellini w/creamy chorizo & roasted tomato sauce

Vegetable SelectionButter beans tossed w/ English spinach gfSteamed chats w/ rosemary salt gfTuscan roasted vegetables gf

Salad SelectionRoast VegetableMediterraneanCaesar

Buffet Options

Seafood Selections[add to buffet, selection of two, $15.00 per person]OystersFish PiecesFresh market prawn plattersSalt and pepper calamariWhole baked fish asian styleSmoked salmon

Desert Selections[add to buffet one & two $8.00 per person]Caramel brulee w/ macadamia biscottiGinger & palm sugar panna cotta w/ lychees & arlette biscuitsTiramisuTart sable of roasted fruits in spiced caramel w/ port wine reductionGalette of almond w/ clotted creamSticky banana & cinnamon pudding w/ honeycomb shords & caramel sauce

DINING MENUS

Satay chicken gfVegetable lasagneLamb & vegetable hot pot

Shaved lamb gfMortadella gfDanish Salami gf

Greek gfPasta salad gf

Crackled roast pork gfBaked honey basted ham gfBaked chicken

Satay chicken gfVegetable lasagneLamb & vegetable hot pot gf

Stuffed mushrooms gfPotato & sweet potato gfButtered carrots gf

Penne pasta saladPotato & crisp pancetta salad

Buffet One[min 30 guests]

Tea/coffee & Juice

Bread Selection

Sandwich SelectionRoast Beef, dijon mustard, spanish onion & salad greensHoney ham, cheese & tomatoCarved turkey breast, camembert cheese, lettuce & cranberry sauceRoasted vegetables, baby boccocini cheese & pesto mayonnaiseRoast beef, caramelized onion, cheddar cheese, rocket w/ mustard mayonnaiseSmoked chicken, capsicum tapenade, w/ oak leaf lettuce, Spanish onion.

Wet DishesBeef stroganoffMassaman Curry gfChicken tortellini w/a creamy chorizo and roasted tomato sauce

Cold CutsHoney ham gfShaved chicken breast gfShaved silverside gf

Salad SelectionRoast Vegetable gfMediterranean gfCaesar gf

Buffet One2 of each category $27.503 of each category $29.50

Buffet Two2 of each category $37.503 of each category $39.50

“The catering was excellent, we were absolutely thrilled with the quality of food”NSW Government State Training Services2010 NSW Training Awards

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Deluxe Dining [min 30 pax]

Arrival Canapés [optional - select any two hot & two cold from the Deluxe Canapé list]

BreadDinner Roll

Entrée Dishes [choose one of the following]Warm chicken and shattaki mushroom terrine w/ a mild mustardSweet potato gnocchi, crisp pancetta baby spinach & sage butterCrunchy thai beef salad with hokkien noodles, peanuts & a mild chilli dressingSalt & pepper squid on chorizo & white bean salad w/ lemon aioli gfCaesar salad, grilled bacon, garlic croutons, egg all tossed through homemade caesar dressing

Main Selection [choose one of the following]Salmon on black noodles with chilli jam & coconut sauceSeared rib of beef, potato, wilted spinach & a shiraz jus gfCrisp barramundi fillet with glazed pearl onion, pea puree & asparagus Glazed breast of chicken on a herb croquette w/ baby spinachSlow roast fillet of beef w/ dutch carrots & bordelaise sauce gf

Dessert Selection [choose one of the following]Caramel brulee with macadamia biscottiGinger and palm sugar panna cotta with lychees & arlette biscuitsTramisuGalette of almond with clotted creamWhite chocolate and strawberry pavlova gf

Premium Dining [min 30 pax]

Arrival Canapés [optional - select any two hot & two cold from the premium Canapé list]

BreadDinner Roll

Entrée Dishes [choose one of the following]Pork belly & scallops w/ sweet chilli jam gfTempura peking duck & soba noodle nori roll w/ saladPancetta wrapped yamba prawns on mud crab & spring onion risotto gfSugar cured fillet of lamb on warm salad of green bean & sundried tomato brushetta w/ black olive dressing gfRed wine risotto w/ caramelized chorizo & wild rocket & pecarino salad

Main Selection[choose one of the following]John dory fillet on crisp pancetta and green peas w/ red wine caramel gfConfit duck w/ root vegetable & liquorice gfSunflower seed crusted fillet of beef on a roast portabello mushroom w/ a light vanilla bean jus gfTwice cooked byron bay pork, caramelized lettuce & onion tart on calvo neroChicken breast on leek & pancetta tortellini cauliflower puree

Dessert Selection [choose one of the following]Espresso choc tart w/ hazelnut shortcrust & blood orange compotPineapple tart tatin w/ roast coconut icecreamTart sable of roasted fruits in spiced caramel w/ port wine reductionSticky banana & cinnamon pudding w/ honeycomb shords & caramel saucePrune & conac crumble on vanilla bean anglaise

Deluxe2 course $32.002 course w/ canapés $38.003 course $40.003 course w/ canapés $46.00Alternate Drop $2.00

Deluxe2 course $38.002 course w/ canapés $42.003 course $50.003 course w/ canapés $56.00

Sides Options[$25 bowl/platter for 10] [add to deluxe or premium dining, selection of two]Truffled mashStuffed vegetable mana’geSteamed chats w/ rosemary saltAsparagus hollandaise sauceThai noodle salad

Kids Menu$12.00 per person[12 years and under]

Main SelectionMini cheese burger & chipsSpaghetti BolognaiseFish & chipsNuggets & chipsLasangne & chips

Dessert SelectionIce cream & topping

Minted peasParmesan & mixed green leaf saladSteak friesCaesar saladGreek salad Potato & sweet potato

“We will def initely be booking this function again next year with you. I would recommend Club Panthers as the Premier Venue – without a doubt it is the best venue in the Hunter region”Amber BibbyHRATA Committee

Vegetarian Dining[only available upon prior request]

Entrée Dishes [choose one of the following]Warm salad of green beans on tomato tartar w/ black olive dressing gfPumpkin & sage ravioli, fine herb saladRice paper rolls w/ cress salad & dipping sauce gfCrunchy thai noodle salad w/ crispy noodles, peanuts & a chilli palm dressing

Main SelectionSweet potato gnocchi, baby spinach & sage butterWarm twice cooked potato, ragout of wild forest mushrooms, wilted spinach & joseph first press olive oil gfWild mushroom risotto w/ baby spinach gfSmoked trussed tomato on goats cheese & caramelized onion tart w/ balsamic syrup

Corporate Lunch$42.00 per person[min 30 guests – choice of 2 alternates]

Entrée Dishes [choose one of the following]Pork belly and scallops w/sweet chilli jam gf Tempura peking duck & soba noodle nori roll w/ salad gfPancetta wrapped yamba prawns on mud crab & spring onion risotto gfSugar cured fillet of lamb on warm salad of green bean & sundried tomato brushetta with black olive dressing gfRed wine risotto w/ caramelized chorizo & wild rocket cheese salad gf

Main Selection[choose one of the following]John dory fillet on crisp pancetta & green peas w/ red wine caramel gfConfit duck w/ root vegetable & Liquorice gfSunflower seed crusted fillet of beef on a roast portabello mushroom w/ a light vanilla bean jus gfTwice cooked byron bay pork, caramelized witlof & onion tart on calvo neroChicken breast on leek and pancetta tortellini cauliflower puree

Dessert Selection [choice of two]Espresso choc tart w/ hazelnut shortcrust & blood orange compotPineapple tart tatin w/ roast coconut icecreamTart sable of roasted fruits in spiced caramel w/ port wine reductionSticky banana & cinnamon pudding w/ honeycomb shords & caramel saucePrune & conac crumble on vanilla bean anglaise

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COCKTAIL PARTIES

The ideal event to open a conference, gala dinner or simply networking. Take pleasure in selecting your canapés from our cocktail party menu.....

“The service we recieved at our banquet was f irst class and a credit to everyone involved”Greg Hannah, Chairman, 6th Australasian Native Orchid Conference & Show.

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Deluxe Canapes [canapé per person][selection of 3 hot & 3 cold]

ColdTomato & basil bruschettaIn house marinated olives gfVegetable cruites w/ dipper gfSpiced marinated BBQ Octopus gfPancetta wrap crustiniGuacamole tartletCrisp bread pate Cheese & cabanossi gfChicken pinwheelsSmoked oyster crispsCalifornia roll gf

HotThai fish cakes served w/sweet chilli & lime dipperCajun crumbed prawns served w/ citrus aioli dipperCrumbed whiting goujons served tradition tartare sauce Salt & pepper calamari served w/ lime aioli, tartare sauce Vegetable pastry variety Sate chicken skewers gfSpiced lamb koftas served w/ cucumber & yogurt dipper gfMini quiche selectionDeep pan mini pizzaGourmet petite pie variety Vegetable & black bean mini spring rolls

Premium Canapes[canapé per person][selection of 3 hot & 3 cold]

ColdSushi w/ soy wasabi gfSalmon tartar w/ caviar gfSliced duck breast w/ cherry compotCured scallop w/ chilli jamGoose liver pate Crudités fresh vegetables w/ dip gfTomato & basil bruschettaFresh king prawns gfIn house marinated olives gfChicken & pink peppercorn en crouteSydney rock oyster w/ ponzu dressing gf

HotThai crab cakes w/ mango coriander chutneySweet potato tartTandoori skewers w/ cucumber riata gfTempura vegetables w/ thai dipping sauce gfWarm goats cheese & caramelized onion tartSalt & pepper squid w/ lime aioliGourmet petite pie variety Spicy homemade sausage rollsVegetable & black bean spring rolls w/ dipping sauceSpinach & fetta pastizziCrumbed fish goujons w/ tartar sauce

Sweet Canapes[canapé per person][selection of 3 hot & 3 cold]

Mini MuffinsMini fruit tartletsWhite & dark chocolate brownieMini citrus tartCheesecakeChocolate trufflesChocolate dipped strawberries

Suitable Duration[Selection 50% hot, 50% cold]

COCKTAIL MENUS

Deluxe Canapes No. Cost1 hour or less 6 $18.001.5 hours or less 9 $27.002 hours or less 12 $36.003 hours or less 15 $45.00

Premium Canapes No. Cost1 hour or less 6 $22.001.5 hours or less 9 $31.002 hours or less 12 $40.003 hours or less 15 $49.00

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“ We can’t thank you & your lovely staff enough. I’ve been involved in lot’s of shows, this was the best venue & staff I’ve encountered.”Terry Kachel, Newcastle Uni Rugby Legue Club

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BEVERAGES

Enjoy the value & convenience of our all-inclusive beverage packages which are suitable for any event. We can also happily tailor a package for you to showcase our local produce - if your preference is to include Hunter Valley Wines please speak with our Events Team.

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Silver Beverage PackageLone Fig ShirazLone Fig Semillon Sauvignon BlancLone Fig ChardonnayLone Fig Brut Cuvee

Tooheys NewVictoria BitterHahn Super DryHahn Premium LightTooheys Old

Soft drink

Gold Beverage PackageBay of Stones ShirazBay of Stones Sauvignon BlancBay of Stones ChardonnayBay of Stones Chardonnay Pinot Noir

Tooheys NewHahn Super DryHahn Premium LightTooheys Extra DryTooheys XXXX GoldTooheys Old

Soft drink

Platinum Beverage PackageGeorge Wyndham Semillion Sauvignon BlancGeorge Wyndham Cabernet MerlotGeorge Wyndham Shiraz Tempranillo

Heineken Tooheys NewHahn Premium LightHahn Super DryTooheys Extra DryTooheys XXXX GoldTooheys Old

Soft drink

*All packages include a choice of one sparkling wine, one white wine, one red wine. Three beer selections and softdrink.

Silver Package Per Person3 hours $22.004 hours $25.005 hours $30.00

Gold Package Per Person3 hours $25.004 hours $28.005 hours $32.00

Platinum Package Per Person3 hours $30.004 hours $34.005 hours $38.00

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SUPPORT SERVICES

SUPPORT SERVICES

Specialists in Event

12 Whitton StreetWallsend NSW 2287

Ph: 02 4955 8666 Fax: 02 4990 9800By Appointment [email protected]

0431 169 155

Director & Event StylistTracey Drinkwater

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Motivational Presentations

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“We invite to choose from our selection of superb Hunter Valley wines..................tailor a beverage package for your function and enjoy the collection..........”John Smith, Big Business

Venue

Auditorium 1Ideal for exhibitions & large conferences, gala dinners and balls.

RoomSize(m2)

1195

Ceilng Height(metres)

14.3

Features

Private bar & toilets, large dance f loor (298m2), in-house PA, stage, lighting, catwalk, stage carpet, artist rooms, follow spot, projection screen*. *State of the art SONY digital projectors & 3 huge projection screens measuring 3.5 x 15 metres in total.

BanquetStraightTable

900 Guests

Auditorium 2Ideal for large dinners,presentations, exhibitions,conferences, seminars & weddings.

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500

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Private bar & toilets, largedance f loor (130m2), in-house PA, stage, lighting, artist rooms, video projector & screen.

Portable dance f loor, amplenatural lighting, in-house vocal PA, private bars, breakout rooms.

250Guests

N/A

Theatre Style

Friendship RoomIdeal for small weddings, meetings,breakout groups &private dinners.

SkylightsIdeal for smallweddings, cocktailparties, private dinners& meetings.

Outdoor DeckIdeal for cocktailparties.

130 4.2

Private bar & toilets, amplenatural lighting, view of city,portable dancef loor.

Private bar & toilets, portable dance f loor, ample natural lighting, in-house vocal PA, retractable screens.

274 5

47.5 N/A Features private outdoorenvironment, effective outdoor heaters & private bar.

90Guests

80Guests

BanquetRound Table

500Guests

250Guests

200Guests

80 Guests

80Guests

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ClassRoomStyle

U Shape

1280Guests

400Guests

N/A

110Guests

80 Guests

400Guests

150Guests

N/A

50Guests

30Guests

N/A

50Guests

N/A

30Guests

25Guests

Cocktail Standing BoardRoom

RatesMonday toThursday

RatesFriday&Saturday

RatesSunday

1500Guests

2400Guests

N/A $1500 $2500 $2000

500Guests

830Guests

N/A $800

$600

$1500

$1000

$1200

$800N/A500Guests

600Guests

N/A120Guests

$30030Guests

$400 $400

N/A100Guests

20Guests

$300 $400 $400

120Guests

N/A N/A

Entire Floor $2500 $4000 $3500

The Meeting PlaceOpen plan, spacioussetting ideal for exhibition, luncheons,meetings & cocktails.

NEWCASTLE PANTHERSCnr King & Union StsNewcastle West 2302Tel 4926 6200www.newcastle.panthers.com.au

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