Visit the Intercultural Centre

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We are open for programs weekdays from 10am-4pm. Email us at intercultural@darebin.vic.gov.au to make a time to come in, connect and explore this exciting new space.

The IC is committed to providing a shared, safe place with respect for all.

Before your visit, check out our conditions of entry below as well as our venue accessibility information(PDF, 1MB).

If you're considering booking a space at the IC, check out our Booking Terms of Reference(PDF, 754KB) and submit a booking enquiry at Spaces at the IC. 

 

 

Darebin Intercultural Centre
350 High Street, Preston VIC 3072
Phone: 03 8470 8440
Email: intercultural@darebin.vic.gov.au

New purpose-built space

The IC moved to a purpose-built space that has been co-designed in partnership with the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Traditional Owners and members of our diverse community.

The new centre occupies a ground-level renovated section of Council’s High Street building with chambers, meeting rooms and offices remaining on the first floor.

The renewal of the Darebin Intercultural Centre program is guided by a Programming Framework that was also co-designed with Traditional Owners and the community. Learn more about our vision and mission by reading our Programming Framework(PDF, 546KB).

For more information about the history of this project, please visit Your Say Darebin.

Conditions of entry

Darebin Intercultural Centre (IC) is committed to providing a shared, safe place with respect for all. 

By entering the IC, all visitors, participants, and hirers agree to comply with the following conditions.

General conduct and behaviour
  • Follow all directions given by IC staff.
  • Visitors may be refused entry or directed to leave where these conditions are not met.
  • Abusive or discriminatory behaviour will not be tolerated. This includes verbal abuse, offensive comments, hate speech, and any form of discrimination based on race, gender, sexuality, disability, religion, or other protected attributes.
  • Visitors must not engage in behaviour that causes harm or risk to others. This includes physical violence, threats, intimidation, harassment, or any actions that make others feel unsafe or uncomfortable.
  • Visitors must be mindful of others, including maintaining appropriate noise levels for a shared space. 

Safety, hygiene, and responsibilities

  • Visitors must meet acceptable standards of personal hygiene and dress, in the interests of health and safety and in consideration of other users.
  • Footwear must be worn at all times.
  • Visitors must promptly inform IC staff of any concerns relating to services, equipment functionality, or the behaviour of other users.
  • Visitors must cooperate with all emergency procedures, including evacuations, drills, and any other directions provided by IC staff.
  • Visitors must not sleep in the space. 

Substance use and prohibited activities

  • The use of alcohol, drugs and other illegal substances is strictly prohibited.
  • Visitors who are apparently under the influence of alcohol or other illicit substances may be refused entry or asked to leave the premises.
  • Smoking and vaping are prohibited within the IC and must occur at least 9 metres away from the building.
  • Gambling is strictly prohibited on IC premises.
  • Broadcasting or displaying offensive or explicit material on IC or personal devices is strictly prohibited. 

Access and hours

  • Visitors may only enter the IC during standard opening hours, unless authorised for after-hours access.
  • Visitors must leave the premises when directed by IC staff. 

Personal belongings and liability

  • Visitors must not leave personal belongings unattended.
  • IC staff are not responsible for supervising personal belongings.
  • The IC is not liable for any lost or stolen belongings.
  • Lockers are available for use whilst in the IC only.
  • Unattended belongings may be removed for safety or security reasons. 

Use of space and property

  • Visitors must not damage, misuse or tamper with IC property, equipment or facilities.
  • Visitors will be liable for any damage caused to IC property.
  • Flyers, advertisements, petitions or any other materials must not be distributed within the IC without prior approval from staff. 

Privacy and media

  • To respect privacy, visitors must obtain permission before taking photographs or videos of staff or other visitors. 

Animals, vehicles, and equipment

  • Animals are not permitted inside the IC, except for registered assistance animals. Staff may request proof of accreditation.
  • Vehicles, including bikes, scooters, and battery-powered devices, must not be parked, stored or charged inside IC facilities for safety reasons. Mobility aids are permitted. 

Restricted items and activities 

The following are not permitted on Council property without prior written approval from the venue contact:

  • single-use plastics, including crockery, cutlery, drinkware, and packaging
  • balloons, including helium balloons
  • sticky tape, masking tape, tacks, nails, and adhesives
  • smoke machines and dry ice machines
  • pyrotechnics
  • confetti or glitter
  • BBQs, open flame, gas bottles, welding, grinding, or other hot works
  • jumping castles and inflatable structures
  • animals and animal farms, except registered assistance animals 

These conditions apply to all visitors, participants and hirers while on the premises. 

Child Safety

Darebin City Council is a child safe organisation with zero tolerance for child abuse. If abuse or harm to a child or young person is suspected or witnessed, it must be reported immediately to staff. In an emergency, contact Victoria Police on Triple Zero (000).

The hirer must comply with all child safety legislation as it applies to the hirer’s activity where it involves persons engaged in ‘child related work’ within the meaning of the Worker Screening Act 2020 (Vic). As Darebin Council is an application entity within the meaning of the Child Wellbeing and Safety Act 2005 (Vic) the hirer agrees to comply with the Safeguarding Children Policy in relation to their hire agreement with Council.

Children must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult at all times.

Failure to follow these conditions may result in:  

  • Removal from the IC premises.  
  • Bans from IC spaces and services. 
  • Referral to the police. 

Please assist staff to make your visit enjoyable by cooperating with their requests. 

Accessibility

The Darebin Intercultural Centre has the following access features:

  • DDA compliant ramps to entrance with handrails
  • Braille & tactile signage displayed to identify each sanitary facility and required exit
  • Accessible toilets
  • Pictogram signage for bathroom
  • Baby change facilities
  • Kitchenette
  • Prayer / reflection room
  • Accessible car parking spots at Customer Service Carpark, 274 Gower St

For further information on Darebin Intercultural Centre's access for our events, please see access for individual events at our What's on at the IC and Ticketing Terms and conditions(PDF, 167KB). 

For more information on how to visit the Darebin Intercultural Centre, please see our how to get here guide(PDF, 3MB).

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