RNZYS Events Brochure

EVENTS BROCHURE November 2021 - March 2022

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Our Facilities

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Important Info

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Catering

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Testimonials

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Beverages

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Contact

OUR FACILITIES The Royal New Zealand Yacht Squadron, Home of the America’s Cup, is a spacious, multi-functional building at the foot of the Auckland Harbour Bridge in Westhaven Marina. We offer seven versatile function rooms to cater to any event, whether it be a day meeting, gala dinner, wedding or cocktail party.

The RNZYS building has a distinctive nautical appearance where sundrenched decks and rooms offer superb vistas over Westhaven Marina, City, Waitemata Harbour and the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

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CAPACITIES & PRICING Plated

Cabaret

Theatre Style

Boardroom / U-shape

Cocktail Style

Floor Space

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Room Price (excludes GST)

Members Price (excludes GST)

Crow’s Nest

30m²

10

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10

-

$550

$440

Members Lounge

88m²

50

32

50

20

60

$850

$680

Commodores Room

99m²

60

48

60

25

80

$750

$600

Committee Room

79m²

30

24

25

20

50

$650

$520

Dinghy Locker

227m²

100

64

80

30

180

$1950

$1560

Quarterdeck Restaurant

197m²

110

80

100

35

125

$2300

$1840

Squadron Ballroom

365m²

300

240

300

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400

$2700

$2160

AUDIO / VISUAL Flipchart Whiteboard Data Projector & screen Data Projector & screen (Ballroom) HD TV (Crow’s Nest & Members Lounge) Lectern & Microphone Conference Video Camera Wireless Handheld Microphone Stage (Ballroom or Dinghy Locker)

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$70 $50 $200 $400 $200 $50 $200 $35 $350

Onsite Technician - $85 per hour (minimum of 3 hours) We are able to arrange an onsite technician to assist set up & manage all audio visual for your event. We would recommend this if your event uses multiple devises, also managing sound and video presentations.

Decorations & Theming Basic room setup and linen are covered with room hire.

Any additional decorations or theming can be provided at additional cost, or you are welcome to organise third party decorations.

WiFi We offer a complimentary WIFI connection onsite.

Security For large functions, we are required to hire security services at a cost of $80 per guard per hour.

LIGHTING & ENTERTAINMENT Entertainment DJ Package $1,000 Your own personal DJ for 4 hours + multi-coloured dancefloor lighting

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Lighting Internal Pre-Set 1 - 3 Stage Lighting North, Centre, or South Pre-Set 4 – RNZYS Rondel Gobo displayed on floor Pre-Set 5 - Party Scene

$250 $250 $250

La Luminere * Subject to availability. Minimum Spend of $850 incl. GST Ballroom Balcony String Lights Ballroom Pillar Lights Ballroom Curtain String Lights Dinghy Locker Long Sway Lights + Curtain

$975 $525 $2100 $975

CROW’S NEST Offering spectacular views over the Harbour Bridge and catching the all day sun through the large north facing windows, this room is warm and inviting all year round. The only room located on the third level, it offers both privacy and prestige, suitable for board meetings or private dining.

Floor Space

30m2

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10

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10

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Room Price exc GST

Member Price exc GST

$550

$440

MEMBERS LOUNGE Uninterrupted views of the Harbour Bridge and the Waitemata Harbour make this a very special room, convenient for board meetings, breakfast presentations, or smaller cocktail and dinner functions.

Floor Space

88m2

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50

50

20

60

Room Price exc GST

Member Price exc GST

$850

$680

COMMODORE’S ROOM Our Commodore's Room is ideal for meetings, cocktail and dinner functions. Its L-shaped space offers the flexibility of a breakout area, or a casual stand-up area for coffee breaks or pre-dinner drinks.

Floor Space

99m2

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60

60

20

80

Room Price exc GST

Member Price exc GST

$750

$600

COMMITTEE ROOM What has for a long time been reserved for historic club events only is now also available for hire. The Committee Room is steeped in history and has stunning views over the Westhaven Marina. From board meetings and seminars to small private dinners or cocktail parties, this room is sure to impress.

Floor Space

79m2

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30

25

20

50

Room Price exc GST

Member Price exc GST

$650

$520

DINGHY LOCKER

A striking bar with timber floors, large glass doors opening out to an extensive deck at the water’s edge of the marina. The Dinghy Locker boasts spectacular views of the harbour, marina and city lights. Primarily dedicated to club racing events, the Dinghy Locker is also available for private hire and is ideal for functions ranging from BBQs, cocktail and dinner parties, as well as corporate off-site meetings.

Floor Space

227m2

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100

80

30

180

Room Price exc GST

Member Price exc GST

$1950

$1560

QUARTERDECK

Situated on the first floor, the Quarterdeck showcases elevated views over the Westhaven Marina, the Waitemata Harbour, Auckland City and the Sky Tower. The room is stunning, simple and elegant and has a large covered balcony that can be used for pre-dinner drinks or as a dancefloor. This space impresses every time.

Floor Space

197m2

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110

100

35

125

Room Price exc GST

Member Price exc GST

$2300

$1840

SQUADRON BALLROOM Located on the ground floor, featuring a distinct nautical theme, this is a very versatile room with an open atrium and extended patio. This spacious room is popular as a conference and exhibition venue or can be used for large-scale breakfast, lunch, dinner and cocktail functions. The Dinghy Locker can also be hired with this space to extend the area further and create a pre-function space.

Floor Space

365m2

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300

300

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400

Room Price exc GST

Member Price exc GST

$2700

$2160

CATERING Menus and Pricing valid November 2021 - March 2022

BREAKFAST

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Buffet Breakfast $47 pp (min 45 people)

Continental Breakfast $39 pp (min 10 people)

Orange juice Assorted cereals Natural yoghurt with variety of toppings Individual bircher muesli Seasonal fruit Baker’s pastry basket with spreads: butter, marmalade & jams Artisan bread with: Selection of sliced cheeses Selection of cold cuts Scrambled eggs Smoked streaky bacon Local pork sausages Sautéed button mushrooms Grilled herb tomatoes Hash browns Nespresso coffee, Harney & Sons Teas

Orange juice Assorted cereals Natural yoghurt with variety of toppings Seasonal fruit Baker’s pastry basket with spreads: butter, marmalade & jams Artisan bread with: Selection of sliced cheeses Selection of cold cuts Nespresso coffee, Harney & Sons Teas option for preplated table continental breakfast

DAY MEETINGS COFFEE BREAK ITEMS Savoury Sausage rolls Cheddar cheese mini muffins Mini bagel, smoked salmon and cream cheese Bacon & egg quiche Mushroom quiche Marmite cheddar sticks Mini croissants with cheese and tomato Mini croissants with ham and cheese Sweet Scones with vanilla sugared cream, butter and preserves Handcrafted seasonal loaf cake Filled almond friands RNZYS cookies Mini muffins Seasonal fruit platter Yoghurt parfait Chef ’s slice

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Full Day Squadron Package $70pp Coffee and Tea on arrival Morning Coffee and Tea (choose a coffee break menu item) Buffet Lunch of your choice (see page 18) Afternoon Coffee and Tea (choose a coffee break menu item) Individual Breaks Arrival Coffee and Tea Antipodes Sparkling and still water Morning Coffee and Tea (choose a coffee break menu item) Lunch Only Afternoon Coffee and Tea (choose a coffee break menu item)

$5pp $5pp $12pp $46pp $12pp

Non-Alcoholic Breverages | Order in Advance Juices (2L) $34 Apple | Orange | Pineapple | Cranberry Sodas $4.5 Coke | Diet Coke | Soda | Lemonade | Ginger Beer

LUNCHES

LIGHT & HEALTHY

OLD SCHOOL

COLD BUFFET

Sweet- soy chicken, bok choy, carrots, green onion and coriander (GF, DF) Asian style rice noodles, broccoli, cabbage, toasted sesame (V, DF) Yoghurt & cumin with hummus and pita bread (V) Leafy greens, brown rice, savoury muesli, charred broccoli, edamame, miso dressing (V, GF*, DF) Fresh fruit (V, GF, DF) Nespresso coffee, Harney & Sons Tea

Chef’s choice dish Braised wagyu beef, mushroom Diane sauce Baby potatoes, butter, sea salt Roquette, feta, heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, walnut vinaigrette Mini donuts Nespresso coffee, Harney & Sons Teas

Selection of wholegrain bread rolls and wraps – chicken, salami, vegetarian Assorted Sushi - chicken, salmon, vegetarian (GF, DF) Yoghurt & cumin with hummus dips, pita bread and carrot sticks (V) Beetroot, cucumber, tomato, red onion and feta cheese leaf salad Chocolate Brownie Nespresso coffee, Harney & Sons Teas

* Brown rice and muesli may contain traces of gluten

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CANAPÉS

Chef’s choice of 3 canapés $25 per person Your choice of 5 canapés $37 per person Your choice of 7 canapés $41 per person

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Cold Canapés Smoked salmon, balsamic caviar, harissa, mini cones (DF) Goats cheese truffles, pickles beetroot, black sesame seeds (GF) Seasonal fruit skewers, citrus gel, mint (GF, DF, V) Rare tuna, lime & soy gel, wasabi mayo, pickled daikon (GF, DF) Whipped feta, pickled ginger, rice cracker (GF, V) Half Shelled Oysters, ponzu foam, mango, chilli salsa (GF, DF) Assorted sushi with wasabi, soy sauce & pickled ginger (GF, DF, V option) Guacamole and baby cos cups (GF, DF, V)

Hot Canapés Corn Fritters, sour cream, apricot jam (GF, DF*) Miso roasted aubergine, cabbage and sesame dressing (DF, V) Spring rolls , samosas, sweet chilli sauce (V, DF) Rare roasted beef, shiitake puree, pickled onions Smoked mussel pate, fish roe and blinis Filipino style chicken skewers, lemongrass & ginger (GF, DF) Teriyaki salmon skewers (GF, DF) Karaage chicken and kimchi mayo (GF, DF) Beef & beetroot dutch croquettes Mini quesadillas and salsa (GF) Sausage rolls with smoked tomato ketchup * DF if requested

NIBBLES TO SHARE Cheese board (4 cheeses) with dried fruit & crackers, chutney (V, GF)

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120

Assorted sushi, soy, wasabi, pickled ginger (GF, DF)

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Assorted Sandwiches (GF, V, DF available)

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Mini Chicken Wraps ***

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Mini Veggie Wraps (V) ***

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Assorted Italian Arancini (V)

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Mini bagels with smoked salmon, cream cheese, black pepper, lemon

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Karaage Chicken kimchi mayo

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Spicy potato wedges with sour cream & chives (GF)

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Salt & pepper squid, lemon mayonnaise

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Prawn twisters,Thai dipping sauce (DF)

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Asian sampling (vegetable spring rolls, samosas and prawn twisters) (DF)

79

Sausage rolls with tomato sauce

79

Filipino style chicken, lemongrass & ginger (GF, DF)

79

Crumbed fish, remoulade, lemon

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Macaroons

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Mini donuts

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Mini churros

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* Prices are per platter. ** We would recommend one platter per 8-10 people. Please bear in mind that our nibbles and platters are meant as finger food and are suitable to be served along with drinks, they are not suitable as a stand-alone dinner option. *** DF if requested

PLATED MEALS SET MENU 2 COURSE

3 COURSE

Any two courses of your choice. All l guests receive the same meals $87 per person

1x entrée, 1x main & 1x dessert of your choice.

All l guests receive the same meals $97 per person

ALTERNATE DROP

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2 COURSE

3 COURSE

Any two courses of your choice with two dishes chosen for each course.

The chosen dishes are served alternatively around the table; your guests are free to exchange their plate with their neighbour if they wish. $100 per person

1x entrée, 1x main & 1x dessert of your choice with two dishes chosen for each course.

The chosen dishes are served alternatively around the table; your guests are free to exchange their plate with their neighbour if they wish. $110 per person

ENTRÉE SELECTION Quince Paste and Goats Cheese Roll Brick Pastry, Goats Cheese Curd, Caramelized Onions, Walnuts, Beet Puree Heirloom Tomato Lobster Salad with Buttermilk Dill Dressing Curious Croppers Heirlooms, Butter Lettuce, Lobster, Cucumber, Dill Dressing, Celery, Red Onion, Avocado Smoked Ham Hock Croquette Quail Egg, Pea Puree, Mizuna Salad, Black Garlic Aioli, Sherry Golden Raisins Smoked Kahawai Pâté Green Olives, Crispy Capers, Meyer Lemon & Dusty Apron sourdough Seared Beef Carpaccio Aged Pecorino, Black Garlic Mayo, Crispy Lavosh, Morello Cherries

* all entrées are served with fresh bread and butter

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MAIN SELECTION Pineapple Glazed King Salmon Sweet Corn Salad, Creamed Coconut, Chipotle Free Range Crispy Chicken Thigh Fregola, Spinach, Oven Roasted Sweet n’ Sour Pumpkin, Jus Charred Lamb Rump Cashew Puree, Baba Ghanoush, Baby Capsicums, Jus Boneless Rib-eye Steak Celeriac purée, Bordelaise sauce (bone marrow + red wine), Salted Beetroot

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DESSERT SELECTION Sugared mini doughnuts (To Share per table) 10-inch Pavlova, Market Berries, French Vanilla Cream, Boysen Berry Gel (To Share per table) Sticky Date Pudding Caramelized Banana Assorted Christmas Petit Fours Mince Pies, Fruit Cake, Brownies, Gingerbread Bites

* dessert includes freshly brewed Nespresso coffee and Harney & Sons teas.

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BUFFET OPTIONS SEAFARER'S BUFFET | $115 pp Antipasto station Homemade and imported cold cuts and sliced meats, seasonal NZ cheese selection, assorted dips and marinated vegetables Seafood Station Green lip mussels with coconut dressing, coriander lime prawns, gravlax, homemade pickled vegetables and chutney Salads Roasted root vegetable salad with Canadian maple dressing Summer mixed vegetable Japchae salad rice noodles sweet & savory soy sauce Greek salad with grilled Halloumi cheese Quinoa, pickled beetroot, feta and kale salad 24

Carvery Honey glazed ham with pink peppercorn and fennel Additional Carvery (+ $9.50 per person) Tuscan herbed lamb leg roast with chimichurri sauce Hot Dishes French Coq au vin (Chicken in wine) with charred pearl onions and rosemary-thyme roasted baby potatoes Baked market fish with grapefruit-white wine sauce and creamy parmesancauliflower mash Pomegranate glazed beef brisket rice pilaf and oven baked almonds Substitute one of the above with a vegetarian option Vegetarian Moussaka

Desserts Pink berry mini Pavlova Strawberry lamington mini trifle Christmas dessert mixed platter, fruit salad, mince pies, fruitcake, bread and butter pudding

CAPTAINS BUFFET | $122 pp Antipasto station Homemade and imported cold cuts and sliced meats, seasonal NZ cheese selection, assorted dips and marinated vegetables Seafood Station Green lip mussels with coconut dressing, fresh oysters with red wine-shallot vinegar, coriander lime prawns, gravlax, homemade pickled vegetables and chutney Salads Roasted root vegetable salad with Canadian maple dressing Summer mixed vegetable Japchae salad rice noodles sweet & savory soy sauce Greek salad with grilled Halloumi cheese Quinoa, pickled beetroot, feta and kale salad Spiced Butternut, pickled fennel, rosemary and salted honey salad

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Carvery Honey glazed ham with pink peppercorn and fennel Additional Carvery (+ $9.50 per person) Tuscan herbed lamb leg roast with chimichurri sauce Hot Dishes French Coq au vin (Chicken in wine) with charred pearl onions and rosemary-thyme roasted baby potatoes Baked market fish with grapefruit-white wine sauce and creamy parmesancauliflower mash Pomegranate glazed beef brisket rice pilaf and oven baked almonds Turkish Vegetarian Moussaka Potato gnocchi arrabbiata, aged parmesan cheese and wild roquette

Desserts Pink berry mini Pavlova Strawberry lamington mini trifle Coconut lime panna cotta Christmas dessert mixed platter, fruit salad, mince pies, fruitcake, bread and butter pudding

SUMMER WALK 'N FORK $115 pp |

The perfect menu for mix and mingle cocktail-style event. Serving time 2hrs.

Cold Buffet Antipasto station Homemade and imported cold cuts and sliced meats, seasonal NZ cheese selection, assorted dips and marinated vegetables Seafood Station Green lip mussels with coconut dressing, coriander lime prawns, gravlax, homemade pickled vegetables and chutney Salads Roasted root vegetable salad with Canadian maple dressing Quinoa, pickled beetroot, feta and kale salad Walk and Fork Selection Please select from the list on the right

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Dessert Christmas dessert mixed platter, fruit salad, mince pies, fruitcake, bread and butter pudding

Walk and Fork Menu Your choice of 5 options: • • • • • • • • •

Hangi style beetroot espuma with rice crisp Spanish potato bravas, crispy chorizo, paprika aioli Pickled crudités and cauliflower hummus Summer tangelo corn medley cups Pasifika mussel cocktail Rare tuna mini poke bowl Braised pork mini poke bowl Honey rosemary buttermilk fired chicken Prawn & potato croquette with sesame seeds, apricot and mango chutney • Mini lamb kebabs with sumac yogurt • Patagonian beef short ribs with chimichurri Extra choice $5 per person - per item *All portions are between 40-50g plus garnish *All items served in bamboo plates or biodegradable cups.

BBQ MENU LIGHT BBQ

FULL BBQ

$58 per person

$72 per person

• Basket of fresh assorted bread, butter Salads Leaf salad & dressing Salad bar to include tomato & cucumber Potato salad From the BBQ Local butcher sausages 150g beef burger pattie Fried onions New Orleans seafood boil (corn on the cob, mussels, clams, prawns, baby crab, celery and carrots) Roasted kumara, beetroot, parsnip & pumpkin

Basket of fresh assorted bread, butter Salads Leaf salad & dressing Salad bar to include tomato & cucumber Potato salad From the BBQ Thyme & lemon yoghurt marinated chicken thighs Beef medallion with black pepper, garlic & herbs Local butcher sausages New Orleans seafood boil (corn on the cob, mussels, clams, prawns, baby crab, celery and carrots) Roasted kumara, beetroot, parsnip & pumpkin

Dessert Sliced fresh fruit or Assorted ice blocks Includes freshly brewed Nespresso coffee and Harney & Sons Tea 27

Dessert Sliced fresh fruit Assorted Ice blocks Includes freshly brewed Nespresso coffee and Harney & Sons Tea

BEVERAGE OPTIONS

Limited to functions of over 100pax and do not apply to 21st Birthdays

PAYMENT OPTIONS 1. Set a bar tab 2. Cash bar 3. Beverage package

BEVERAGE PACKAGES

include

Grand Cordon Mumm on request | $145 per bottle Arrival drink e.g. cocktail, champagne Wine on the table

*unlimited your choice of wine tier house beer selection house spirits selection non-alcoholic

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ADD ONS

HOUSE

PREMIUM

SQUADRON

HOUSE SPIRITS

Brancott Estate: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Brut Cuvee

Stoneleigh Rapaura: Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Deutz Malborough Cuvee

Church Road McDonald:

Absolut Vodka Beefeater Gin Havana Club Rum Jameson Irish Whiskey

1 hour - $35 per person 2 hour - $45 per person 3 hour - $55 per person 4 hour - $65 per person 5 hour - $75 per person

1 hour - $40 per person 2 hour - $50 per person 3 hour - $60 per person 4 hour - $70 per person 5 hour - $80 per person

1 hour - $50 per person 2 hour - $60 per person 3 hour - $70 per person 4 hour - $80 per person 5 hour - $90 per person

Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Gris, Syrah Deutz Malborough Cuvee

BEVERAGE LIST BOTTLED WINE SELECTION

BEER SELECTION

Champagne & Methode Traditionelle Mumm Grand Cordon Deutz Marlborough Cuvee Brancott Estate Reserve Brut Cuvee

Bottled Beer from $10 Estrella Peroni Asahi BRB IPA BRB Light 2.5%, Somersby Cider Peroni Libera 0.0%

Sauvignon Blanc Brancott Estate Stoneleigh Rapaura Church Road Mcdonald

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Chardonnay Brancott Estate Stoneleigh Rapaura Church Road Mcdonald

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Pinot Gris Brancott Estate Stoneleigh Rapaura Church Road Mcdonald

55 75 80

Red Wine Brancott Estate Pinot Noir Stoneleigh Rapaura Pinot Noir Church Road Mcdonald Syrah

55 75 85

Draft Beer from $14 Dinghy Locker Only Asahi Estrella Peroni Asahi Black Carlsberg Rotating Craft Beer

Spirits Standard Spirits from $10 per drink Non Alcoholic Soft Drinks Fresh Juice Antipodes Still or Sparkling East Imperial Tonics East Imperial Ginger Beer

INFORMATION Prices & Members Discount All prices are subject to change, and GST inclusive unless otherwise noted. Prices are detailed at the non–member rates. RNZYS members receive a 10% discount on food prices and a 20% discount on beverage prices.

Dietary Requirements Please advise of any dietary requirements upon confirming the final number of your attendees, please provide the guests full name.

Changes to Menus Personalised menus are available at an additional cost. Please ask our event management team for details.

External Food and Drinks Please be advised that we do not allow any food and/or drinks not prepared and served by the RNZYS on our premises.

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Venue Access We open at 8:30am, however we are happy to open the venue earlier if required.

All functions need to finish by 12:00am and the venue needs to be vacated by 12.30am Security RNZYS reserves the right to employ security for the property and people with the costs added to the client’s account, where it is felt the need is required.

Parking All day parking is complimentary to members and event guests of the RNZYS. Customers are only allowed to park in spaces within the white lines. Yellow lines are reserved for Berth holders ONLY. When parking is required for more than 3 hours 8:00am 4:00pm Monday to Friday, please register your car details and phone number at the computer next to reception.

Staffing Please note that some functions may require additional staffing. Please ask our event management team for details.

TESTIMONIALS Wendy Mauer, IB4T "A quick thank you for a fantastic event! Skippers and bar men were awesome and food was outstanding.

Everyone was asking when we can do it again, so fantastic result all around. Our COO said best team building event he has ever attended. Thumbs up to you all for making our event a success!"

Kerry Greene, Maritime Events "Yesterday certainly was a wonderful day to be a New Zealander. I just wanted to take the time to drop you a note to congratulate the RNZYS on their hosting of members yesterday. A wonderful result, but an incredible delivery by you and the team. The atmosphere was electric and the team pulled out all of the stops to ensure a wonderful experience for all."

Frank Olsson, New Zealand Europe Business Council “To everyone involved, the function worked very well for us last night. Everybody was happy and food and service were great – all staff so attentive and kind.”

Leone Keane, Techweek "THANK YOU! From the bottom of my heart for the venue, for putting on such an incredible service and for your wonderful staff. The families, teachers and especially kids absolutely loved the night and all sponsors and stakeholders left with joy in their heart and confidence in the future of Tech in NZ." Amanda Richards, Island Cruising NZ "I would like to thank you for your assistance in organising our Members Club night on Friday 12th April.

The room looked lovely, the staff attentive and the buffet was the best yet. It was our most successful and enjoyable evening so far."

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CONTACT RNZYS Events P: 09 360 6834 M: 021 0855 6908 events@rnzys.org.nz www.rnzys.org.nz

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