1. Any reference to the KCH within this agreement shall be a reference to Kyneton Community House (both 34 Mollison St & 35 High St Premises. 2. All users of the KCH must sign in upon entry and provide a contact number. 3. Rental rate and payment: Rooms of KCH will be hired out at a rate of $40 per hour (incl. GST). The hire fee must be paid in advance each term before the term commences. Please contact the Administration Coordinator to arrange payment. 4. Keys: For out of hours use, a key can be arranged. KCH Staff will provide details. 5. Cleaning: The rooms are hired on the understanding that the hirer is responsible for leaving facilities in the same clean and reasonable condition as at the commencement of the hiring period. 6. Security and Safety: All windows and doors must be locked before vacating the premises. All lights must be turned off along with any electrical equipment which has been used. Gas stoves are to be double checked that they have been turned off. Hirers are required to read the ‘Emergency Evacuation Procedures’ posted in each room of the building and implement these procedures in the event of an emergency. 7. Heating and Cooling: These appliances may be used and must be turned off before vacating the premises. 8. Equipment Available: A white board is available for use. Whiteboard markers only must be used. Please clean after use. The fridge is available for use. It is advisable to take goods with you as other groups use the premises. An urn/kettle is available; please ensure it is turned off after use. If there is a need for other equipment to be used e.g. photocopier, phone/fax, computer, T.V/video recorder etc. these must be organised with the KCH staff prior to use. Chairs and tables may be rearranged to suit the needs of the group. All staff and users should notify the office staff when they notice any maintenance required on any equipment, furnishings or fixtures. 9. Equipment hire or loan: Equipment will be made available for hire at the discretion of the Co-ordinator. A deposit may be required for items of equipment as specified on the hire agreement. Equipment available for hire includes: Overhead projector, data projector, laptop computer, video recorder, small whiteboard, portable CD player, digital camera, fold up tables. Equipment that is in use consistently by KCH users or staff will not be hired or loaned out. Equipment hire or loan log book is maintained by the Centre office staff. ‘The Equipment Hiring Agreement’ form is to be completed. Equipment hire fees are to be determined at the start of the new financial year. 10. Smoking: For the health and safety of all users and staff of the KCH, smoking is strictly prohibited within the confines of the buildings and the Child Care play areas. There are receptacles available outside in the designated smoking area for cigarette butts. 11. Damage to property: Deliberate damage to the property of the Centre by any person or group member using the premises will be paid in full by the person or group responsible for the hire of the building or equipment. The KCH has public liability cover, however independent organisations are advised to have their own insurance coverage. 12. Cancellation policy: Should you no longer require the room please ensure you advise the centre at least 3 business days prior to the scheduled booking and you will not be charged for the room hire. Notice less than 3 business days will result in you being charged the full room hire rate.