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Minimum Spend Guide

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What is a minimum spend?

Minimum spend is the minimum amount required to be spent during your event.

 

This is not an additional fee — it is simply the amount you’re required to spend across selected items on the night.

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What can minimum spend be used for?

Your minimum spend can be allocated toward:

  • Bar drinks (alcoholic & non alcoholic)

  • Drinks packages

  • Grazing tables, platters & bar snacks

  • Styling and hire items

 

What does minimum spend not include?

Substantial catering (e.g. buffet, banquet-style meals or canapés) does not contribute toward minimum spend.

 

Do guest-purchased drinks count toward minimum spend?

Yes — any drinks purchased by your guests on the night will contribute toward your minimum spend.

 

This means you can choose a mix of:

  • Bar tab

  • Drink packages

  • Guests purchasing their own drinks

  • Platters or styling

 

Example

A $3,000 minimum spend could look like:

  • $2,000 bar tab

  • $1,000 platters

 

OR

  • $1,500 bar tab

  • $1,000 guest-purchased drinks

  • $500 styling

 

OR

  • $3,000 bar tab

 

What if we don’t reach the minimum spend?

If your total spend does not reach the agreed minimum, the remaining balance will still be charged.

 

For example:

If your minimum spend is $3,000 and you spend $2,000 on the night, the remaining $1,000 will be charged.

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What if we go over?

No problem — any spend over your minimum is simply added to your final invoice.

 

How can we manage spend on the night?

There are a few ways to structure this depending on your preference:

  • Set a bar tab (with or without a limit)

  • Allow guests to purchase their own drinks

  • Use a combination of both

 

We also recommend using drink tokens, which can be a great way to ensure each guest receives a set number of drinks while keeping your spend controlled.

 

Where can I view my options?

  • Catering options (platters, grazing & bar snacks):
    See Menu (LINK INHOUSE MENU HERE - JUST what can go toward minimum spend)

  • Styling and hire items:
    See Hire & Styling Options (LINK TO the final version of HIRE & STYLING OPTIONS DOC)

 

Need help deciding?

We’re happy to guide you on how best to allocate your minimum spend during your planning check-ins.

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