- Standing
- 800
- Seated
- 400
About paranaple Convention Centre, Devonport
Perfect for conferences and grand gala dinners, our spacious auditorium boasts modern facilities, operable walls for flexibility, advanced technology, and expert audiovisual technicians.
Delegates can enjoy natural light, stunning views of the Mersey River through floor-to-ceiling windows and a full-length balcony overlooking Bass Strait.
Our exceptional meeting rooms cater to groups of 4 to 100 attendees, equipped with contemporary furnishings, large screens, hybrid meeting solutions, and complimentary wifi.
Bumping in and out is seamless with our 4-tonne Freight Elevator, making logistics hassle-free.
Part of the vibrant 1.8-hectare hub in the heart of Devonport, we have these additional venues available for hire:
- Market Square open-air entertainment area with huge outdoor screen.
- Town Hall Theatre: with 407 seats.
- Market Square Pavilion: Spacious undercover market and event area.
- Devonport Regional Gallery: Cocktail style events for up to 80 people.
- Waterfront Parkland: Outdoor amphitheatre, Tasmanian native garden, rotunda with nightly sound & light show, and raised boardwalk lookout over the Mersey River.
We are located five minutes from the Spirit of Tasmania ferry terminal, the Devonport to Geelong ferry route which connects Tasmania with mainland Australia. Devonport Airport is a mere 10kms away. By road, Devonport is 280kms from Hobart and 101kms from Launceston.
Beyond the conference, attendees can immerse themselves in the charms of Devonport and the surrounding area. From beautiful beaches to bushland trails, our laid-back coastal city offers a thriving food and arts scene. For those with time to spare, the world heritage sites of Cradle Mountain and Tarkine are a short scenic drive away.
Venue Capacity
| Room | Board Room | U-Shape | Classroom | Theatre | Cabaret | Banquet | Cocktail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paranaple Convention Centre Main Auditorium | – | – | 320 | 800 | 320 | 400 | 600 |
| Torquay Room | 80 | 60 | 70 | 150 | 100 | 120 | 200 |
| Mersey Room | 100 | 80 | 100 | 220 | 120 | 150 | 220 |
| Formby Room | 80 | 60 | 70 | 150 | 100 | 120 | 150 |
| Aberdeen Meeting Room | 40 | 35 | 40 | 100 | 48 | 64 | 100 |
| Quoiba Room | – | – | 40 | – | – | – | – |
| Eugenana room | 10 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Lillico & Pardoe Rooms | 6 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Town Hall Theatre | – | – | – | 407 | – | – | – |
| Market Square Pavilion | – | – | – | 300 | – | 250 | 300 |
| Market Square | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Gallery | – | – | – | – | – | – | 80 |
| Room | Board Room | U-Shape | Classroom | Theatre | Cabaret | Banquet | Cocktail |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paranaple Convention Centre Main Auditorium | – | – | 320 | 800 | 320 | 400 | 600 |
| Torquay Room | 80 | 60 | 70 | 150 | 100 | 120 | 200 |
| Mersey Room | 100 | 80 | 100 | 220 | 120 | 150 | 220 |
| Formby Room | 80 | 60 | 70 | 150 | 100 | 120 | 150 |
| Aberdeen Meeting Room | 40 | 35 | 40 | 100 | 48 | 64 | 100 |
| Quoiba Room | – | – | 40 | – | – | – | – |
| Eugenana room | 10 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Lillico & Pardoe Rooms | 6 | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Town Hall Theatre | – | – | – | 407 | – | – | – |
| Market Square Pavilion | – | – | – | 300 | – | 250 | 300 |
| Market Square | – | – | – | – | – | – | – |
| Gallery | – | – | – | – | – | – | 80 |
Venue Features
- Accommodation off-site nearby
- Air conditioning/heating
- Audio Visual
- Catering
- Disabled access
- Free Wifi
- Green Room
- Outdoor Spaces
- Parking on-site
- Tiered Theatre
Function Rooms — paranaple Convention Centre, Devonport
Modern and versatile spaces for 4-800 attendees at the paranaple convention centre.
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Paranaple Convention Centre Main Auditorium
Classroom 320 people Theatre 800 people Cabaret 320 people Banquet 400 people Cocktail 600 people Board Room people -
Torquay Room
Board Room 80 people U-Shape 60 people Classroom 70 people Theatre 150 people Cabaret 100 people Banquet 120 people Cocktail 200 people -
Mersey Room
Board Room 100 people U-Shape 80 people Classroom 100 people Theatre 220 people Cabaret 120 people Banquet 150 people Cocktail 220 people -
Formby Room
Board Room 80 people U-Shape 60 people Classroom 70 people Theatre 150 people Cabaret 100 people Banquet 120 people Cocktail 150 people -
Aberdeen Meeting Room
Board Room 40 people U-Shape 35 people Classroom 40 people Theatre 100 people Cabaret 48 people Banquet 64 people Cocktail 100 people -
Quoiba Room
Classroom 40 people -
Eugenana room
Board Room 10 people -
Lillico & Pardoe Rooms
Board Room 6 people -
Town Hall Theatre
Theatre 407 people -
Market Square Pavilion
Theatre 300 people Banquet 250 people Cocktail 300 people -
Market Square
Board Room people -
Gallery
Cocktail 80 people
Accommodation — paranaple Convention Centre, Devonport
There are a range of nearby accommodation options from newly constructed hotels, comfortable motels, heritage B&Bs and family friendly beachside cabins. For convenience you can’t beat the newly built Novotel located within the precinct or the Gateway Hotel 3 minutes walk down the road
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Location
Located conveniently in the centre of Devonport with easy access to a 500 space carpark, taxi rank and bus zone. Entry to the paranaple convention centre is via Market Square, the central pedestrian square located off Rooke street and in the heart of the paranaple precinct.
By Sea - The Spirit of Tasmania Ferry terminal is located 5 minutes from paranaple Convention Centre.
By Air - Devonport Airport in the North of Tasmania is serviced by 2 airlines Qantas & Rex, located just 10km away.
By Road - Devonport is 280 km from Hobart and 101 km from Launceston via the National Highway 1. Bicycle parking and maintenance hubs can be found in Market square.
Parking - The multi level CBD pay-as-you-leave car park is located directly behind the paranaple Convention Centre, with disability parking
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