Book a facility or reserve online

You can book a range of sportsgrounds, community halls, reserves and parks through our booking platform.

Important information

  • some venues are community-managed facilities which aren't on the Bookable platform - you can view the contact details for booking these venues on our community facility pages
  • if you want to host an event at a Council facility with more than 200 attendees, you will also need to submit an event application separately

Steps to book

Before you start

Step 1.Plan ahead

Most facilities must be booked a minimum of three (3) to five (5) days in advance.

Step 3.Have your details and supporting information ready

You will need to provide your name, date of birth, email address, phone number and address for the booking.

You may also need to provide relevant insurances and permits depending on your event booking criteria.

How to book

Step 1.Find a venue on the booking platform

On the Bookable website, search for a venue. You can use the search filters to apply additional criteria to your search.

If you are planning on regularly hiring a venue, we recommend that you register for an account with the Bookable platform. If you are booking a one-off event like a wedding or party, you can complete the booking as a guest user.

View Bookable venues

Step 2.Check the availability of the venue

Once you have found a venue you like, click 'EXPLORE VENUE' to see what time slots are available.

You can switch between daily, weekly and monthly view to change the time span shown.

Step 3.Start a booking

Click the 'BOOK VENUE' or 'Book this item' button to open the booking refinement page. Fill out the required information when prompted.

To add another date or schedule multiple bookings, click on the 'Create Repeat/Add Date' button.

Step 4.Confirm your details

On the 'Confirm & Pay' page, confirm your booking details and add any notes or special requirements. If completing as a guest you will be asked to enter your details here. You can also add additional contacts if you want someone else to receive notifications regarding the booking.

If any documentation is required as part of the booking, you will be asked to upload it here.

Step 5.Complete your booking request

Once all changes and contacts are added select 'Complete'. A booking checklist will appear, tick the boxes as required and select 'Save'.

Council’s Terms and Conditions will then need to be accepted. Review and tick the box and select 'Continue'. The booking has now been added!

What happens next

Step 1.You will receive an acknowledgement email

Yourself and any designated contacts will then receive an automated email advising that Council has received your booking.

Step 2.A staff member will process your booking request

Once Council reviews and confirms your booking, if any fees are required to be paid, you can then make payment.

Step 3.Your booking will be confirmed

Bookings will only be confirmed once all fees are paid and documentation has been uploaded checked by staff.

A confirmation email and text (if applicable) will be sent, finalising the booking.

Need help?

Need help? Contact us today

Call the Facility Bookings Team on (02) 4428 7206, email us at councilbookings@shoalhaven.nsw.gov.au or visit the Nowra Administration Centre.

Nowra Administration Centre
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm
36 Bridge Road, Nowra NSW 2541

Guides and resources

Our Make a Booking Guide offers additional guidance with navigating the booking process.

You can also watch video guides which will show you how to book different kinds of venues below:

Frequently asked questions

Can I still book over the phone?

Yes. You are still able to phone for assistance with your booking and speak directly with one of Council’s helpful staff members during business hours.

Call the Council Bookings Team on (02) 4428 7206 during business hours for halls, sportsgrounds, reserves and parks.

For camping at showgrounds, please call the respective camping caretaker offices. For details please go to the campground facility pages:

Can I still book in person?

Yes. You can come into the Nowra City Administration Centre to do so.

The Nowra Library and the Shoalhaven Regional Gallery can also assist with the booking process for their respective venues.

The campgrounds at Nowra Showground and Berry Showground also take reservations directly for their venues.