About This Venue
The Substation is a not-for-profit contemporary arts space which can also transform into a stunning industrial venue for hire. Having turned 100 years old in 2016, the building is an iconic part of the Newport landscape.
After a 15 year community-led renovation from the building being derelict, it has now been operational for approximately seven years, yet is still somewhat of a hidden gem in Melbourne. The minute you walk in the building the huge arched windows and high ceilings blow you away, particularly at sunset as the sun streams through the space best suited for wedding receptions. The space comes as a relatively blank canvas allowing hirers to make it their own.
It is possible to also hold your ceremony in the building if you have a guest list of up to 150 people.
Income generated from venue hire goes directly towards maintaining the large building and to help fund the arts program, which is quickly becoming an important part of Melbourne’s art scene.
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Venue Facilities
- AV system
- Bar area
- Bathroom
- BBQ
- Bridal change room
- BYO alcohol
- BYO catering
- Camping
- Chapel
- Clean-up included
- Fire pit
- Generator
- Kitchen
- Marquee or Tent
- No curfew
- Parking
- Pet-friendly
- Pool
- Power
- Stage
- Tables and seating
- Water
- Wet weather cover
- Wheelchair Access
- WiFi
Owner / Manager
I love seeing the many ways that couples transform the space to make it uniquely ‘them’. Please get in touch if you would like to meet with me and take a look through the space.
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