Event spaces
Welcome to the Mayne Events Space
Impress your guests or colleagues with a private dinner, conference, workshop, public lecture or high tea in one of the Mayne Medical building's elegant event spaces, conveniently located 2 kilometres from Brisbane’s CBD.
From concept to completion, our experienced events team will provide you with professional, dedicated and personalised service to help deliver a memorable event.
A slice of Brisbane history
The heritage-listed Mayne Medical School building holds a special place in the heart of Queensland's medical community, and the many doctors who have walked its hallowed halls as students.
Mary Emelia Mayne Room
Located on level 4 of the historic Mayne Medical School building, the Mary Emelia Mayne Room is our premier event space for large groups.
- Ideal for events catering for 65-120 guests.
- Stunning city views and endless styling possibilities.
- Recently renovated, with an abundance of natural lighting and state-of-the-art audiovisual facilities.
Conferences and workshops
Tailored layout and audio-visual equipment, including laptop projector and screens.
Networking and cocktail parties
Brisbane city views, and an adjacent kitchen with selected caterers available.
Event and meeting spaces
Our indoor and outdoor spaces combine classic architectural features with modern convenience, and are suitable for a range of events - from cocktail functions to business meetings.
Lectures and presentations
The tiered ES Meyers Lecture Theatre is rich with architectural history, with its exposed wooden eaves and panels. Holds up to 148 people.
Workshops and networking
The Emeritus Professor Dr Mary Mahoney Boardroom features heritage furniture and an adjoining kitchenette and balcony, however it doesn't have IT or AV technology. Holds 12 people boardroom style, or 50 for a cocktail event.
Outdoor events
This thoughtfully designed outdoor space is ideal for pre-dinner drinks or morning/afternoon teas. The Reconciliation Gardens celebrate our Traditional Owners and Indigenous knowledges.
Meetings
Our 4 meeting rooms are equipped with video conferencing facilities and offer convenience and privacy. Ideal for meetings for 8-12 people.
Catering
Our selected caterers can tailor a delicious menu to suit the needs of your function. Our catering partners are:
- The University of Queensland's Customs House. View catering package (PDF, 656.1 KB)
- Cuisine on Cue. View catering package (PDF, 1.97 MB) or convenient drop-and-go options
- Café Dose, located in the Oral Health Centre building, Herston campus. Contact our team for menu and costs.
Bookings and enquiries
To book a space or enquire about an event, contact our events team.
Email: medmayne.events@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 5070
Getting to the Mayne Medical building
Close and convenient to the Brisbane CBD, The Mayne Events Space is serviced by nearby public transport and parking. Talk to our team about the best options for your event.
All of our event spaces are wheelchair accessible.
Find us
We are located close to the Brisbane CBD, at UQ's Herston campus.
288 Herston Road
Herston
QLD 4006