If you’re looking for a unique way to brighten your next event, Art by Jena is the perfect place to start. Perhaps it’s a point of difference in your wedding styling, an eye catcher at a corporate function, the perfect auction piece or the ultimate gift, these vibrant acrylic artworks create talking points that’ll have your guests talking long after the event.

Inspired by her lifelong love of florals and gardening, Jenny’s works don’t just decorate a space, they set the vibe. From statement pieces at celebrations to creative additions for fundraisers, Art by Jenna brings a sense of elegance and energy that leaves a lasting impression.

Explore Art By Jena’s collection today or get in touch to discuss a bespoke piece designed especially for your occasion.

At Flowers by Emily Jane, we understand the power of flowers to speak when words fall short. Specialising in heartfelt, elegant funeral florals, we’re here to help you honour your loved ones with grace, creating meaningful arrangements that offer comfort, beauty, and remembrance.

Based in the beautiful Hunter Valley, we also design bespoke blooms for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, and events of all kinds. From quiet tributes to joyful celebrations, our personalised service and attention to detail ensure every arrangement reflects your story.

Whatever the moment, we’re here to help you express it.

Branxton Hall is a much-loved gathering place within our community, its rich history dating back to 1939.

One of the largest halls in our region, Branxton Hall has a generous capacity of 294 seated.  Packed with extras, Branxton Hall is a great option for weddings, engagement parties, milestone birthdays, business and networking events, concerts, galas, fundraisers and regular community events like like karate, yoga, and dance classes.

When it comes to special events, we don’t just provide a great central location, we also have equipment and staging items that suit the space available for weddings, name days, high teas and hens’ parties.

If you’re thinking about putting a local event together, we’d love to help out!  Please get in touch with our friendly proactive committee and we’ll do our best to accommodate your needs.

Our high standard, stainless steel kitchen is incredibly well equipped and could help you save a fortune on catered and DIY events.

We even have crockery, serving ware and cutlery all included in your hire price!

Caretaker Helen will give your hire that personal touch with pre-event walk throughs, meeting you to open up the hall and ensure you know where to find what you need, or even pre-cooling the fridges for your event.

There’s plenty of outdoor space, great for fetes, fairs, markets and small trade fairs too.

To use any of the halls within Cessnock City Council, please complete this application form by clicking this link

Located in the small country town of Abermain, the Plaza Hall can accommodate up to 200 people.

It is equipped with a kitchen, air conditioning and stage and toilet facilities.

There is on street parking available.

The Abermain Plaza Hall is managed by Cessnock City Council