a coworking space for creatives in the heart of newcastle

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Who we are

The Roost is a coworking space for creatives building community and sharing ideas.

The Roost is a not-for-profit organisation that aims to create an environment and culture where creatives can develop their skills, explore new ground and grow their business or passion in the company of other creative minds and seasoned professionals.

our values

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    We are supportive

    We support professional development and networking among our members and the wider creative community.

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    We are inclusive

    We foster a warm, welcoming environment in our coworking space and on all of our online and social media platforms.

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    We celebrate creativity

    The Roost was founded to support creatives, the arts and small businesses in and around Newcastle. 

our memberships include

office hours access

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9:00am–5:00pm Monday–Friday (after hours options available)

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open plan office

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High-speed 100/40 nbn connection, printing facilites, desk and chair provided

Office workspace with employees working at desks with computers, a large mirror, and large arched windows in the background.

COMMUNAL KITCHEN & DINING

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Lunch dates kick off at 12:30pm (ish) along with communal tea and coffee provided

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BOOKABLE BOARDROOM

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Large boardroom style table with two bookable zoom booths available

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BUSINESS MENTORING

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Access to a monthly visit from the Business Centre representative to help get your business on track

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COMMUNITY EVENTS & WORKSHOPS

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Large communal space perfect for your upcoming workshop or event

our members

Meet the roosters

The Roost offers a base for creatives to develop from graduates to professionals, to start and run businesses and to encourage cool things happen.

We’re the proud home of graphic designers, illustrators, photographers, writers, artists, architects and more. 

We’re not about being in competition; rather we’re committed to supporting the energy and inspiration of our local creative industry, providing avenues for professional development and supporting each other’s endeavours.

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our focus

not for profit

The Roost is a not-for-profit organisation. This allows us to put our members first and keep our prices low – we’re the most affordable co-working space in Newcastle that boasts some of the best benefits.  

  • From business mentoring and community support to a dedicated workspace, The Roost is a great place to start and grow a business. 

  • The Roost supports creatives in many ways, such as member-led workshops.

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PRICING

Interested in joining our community? Find out about our membership prices below. 

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  • DAY PASS

    $35

    per day

    Join us for a day at one of our hotdesk spaces

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  • PROFESSIONAL

    $260

    per month

    A dedicated workspace in an office of creatives

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  • HATCHLING *

    $160

    per month

    Discounted rate for students, recent graduates and new businesses (conditions apply).

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Get in touch with us if you have any queries about our coworking space and we will get back to you as soon as possible.

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ADDRESS

Level 1 152-160 Hunter Street, Newcastle NSW 2300
Awabakal Country

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