Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Exclusive Country Event Venue in Alligator Creek
Melvilles Entertainment is a family-owned business established in 1986, nestled on 20 acres of private property in Alligator Creek, Queensland. Our venue combines rustic charm with modern functionality, offering a unique setting for weddings, corporate events, and special occasions. With panoramic views of Mount Elliot National Park, we provide exclusive use of our property to create tailored experiences that reflect each client's vision. Our team draws on over 60 years of combined hospitality experience, including historical preservation and entertainment expertise. The venue features a handcrafted cypress timber bar, heritage artifacts, and versatile spaces for up to 200 guests indoors with additional lawn areas.We specialise in Australian-themed entertainment including horse-drawn carriages, whip cracking displays, and traditional camp oven cooking. Our location 20 minutes south of Townsville offers convenient accessibility while maintaining a tranquil country atmosphere. We pride ourselves on creating memorable events that celebrate Australia's cultural heritage through authentic experiences. Our commitment to quality service has made us a preferred venue for regional shows, film productions, and major sporting events.
Services
Event Venue Hire
Wedding Ceremonies
Corporate Functions
Special Occasions
Animal Encounters
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1986 with generational hospitality expertise
- Exclusive-use venue with 20 acres of scenic Queensland bushland
- Specialise in authentic Australian-themed entertainment experiences
- Hosted 25+ regional shows and 12 major film productions
- Experienced team with 60+ years combined industry knowledge
Services
Event Venue Hire
Our 20-acre property offers exclusive-use event spaces accommodating up to 200 guests indoors with additional lawn areas for larger gatherings. The rustic timber tavern features heritage elements including handcrafted cypress timber bar and historical Australian artifacts. The venue provides complete flexibility for custom decorations and event configurations while offering essential amenities including PA system, data projector, and catering facilities.
Wedding Ceremonies
As North Queensland's premier country wedding venue, we offer rustic, vintage, and elegant themes with scenic backdrops of Mount Elliot National Park. Our experienced team coordinates ceremonies and receptions with options including tractor hayrides, traditional apple pie service, and duck racing entertainment. The venue provides exclusive access for full-day celebrations with flexible timing and multiple photo opportunities across our picturesque property.
Corporate Functions
We specialise in creating memorable corporate events featuring Australian-themed entertainment and team-building activities. Our packages include welcome drinks, country-style meals, and interactive experiences like whip cracking displays and working dog demonstrations. The venue offers transport coordination, ambient music options, and presentation facilities including PA system and data projector for professional requirements.
Animal Encounters
Our working farm provides unique animal experiences including camel rides, pony rides, and sheep shearing demonstrations. Guests can enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides in our 1926 Chevy or experience traditional Australian farm life through hands-on activities. These authentic rural experiences complement events with educational and entertainment value for all age groups during special occasions and regular visits.
Special Occasions
We host milestone birthdays, engagement parties, and memorial services with flexible venue arrangements and custom entertainment options. Our packages include transport coordination, ambient lighting, and themed activities tailored to specific celebrations. The venue accommodates late-night events with festoon lighting and dance floor facilities while providing a safe environment with designated departure times for guest transportation.
People
Craig Melville
Co-Owner & Entertainment Specialist
Craig has operated Melvilles Entertainment since 1986, specialising in Australian heritage activities. He began with horse-drawn carriages at 15 and brings expertise from film productions and regional shows. His experience includes managing entertainment for the North Queensland Cowboys.
Ruth Melville
Co-Owner & Operations Manager
Ruth contributes extensive customer service experience and animal care expertise from her previous camel ride business and veterinary nursing background. She manages daily operations and guest interactions at Melvilles Entertainment with a focus on creating welcoming experiences.
Questions
What types of events can I host at Melvilles?
We accommodate weddings, corporate functions, birthday parties, engagement celebrations, and memorial services with flexible venue arrangements and Australian-themed entertainment options.
Is transport provided to the venue?
We can arrange bus transport with two pick-up points in Townsville for guest convenience and safety during evening events.
What entertainment options are available?
Our Australian-themed entertainment includes whip cracking displays, working dog demonstrations, horse-drawn carriage rides, and traditional camp oven cooking experiences.
Can I decorate the venue myself?
Yes, we offer complete decorating flexibility for your event with our rustic timber tavern providing a versatile backdrop for custom themes and decorations.
What catering facilities exist at Melvilles?
We provide country-style catering options including wood-fired pizzas, traditional apple pie service, and can accommodate special dietary requirements through prior arrangement.
How far is Melvilles from Townsville?
Our venue is located 20 minutes south of Townsville on Alligator Creek Road, easily accessible while maintaining a tranquil country setting.
Reviews (6)
Madeleine Maurer
Nov 16, 2021
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Went to 2021 Halloween event. $60 admission fee for 2 adults 3 kids seemed quite steep so called a week ahead to talk about the event further. It seemed there would be alot of activities. Hundreds of people were interested and sharing the event on social media so my family and I decided to give it a go. We sold the idea to the kids in place of trick or treating. We waited a long time inline to get through the gate to then jump on the train ride that lapped the paddock. It would have been great addition if some people were hiding in the dark to jump out and give the kids a scream. There was a
Andrew Thomas
Aug 27, 2021
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Great staff, constantly changing small animal stock lines csn be good/ bad depending on what youre looking for
Kaylene McLean
Jan 16, 2019
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School Day excursions are a wonderful way to introduce children to farming and farm animals. Friendly welcoming people enjoyable day.
Narayana Attam
Jan 05, 2019
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Its Best place for kids Birthday parties if you like farm kind of environment, they organize birthday parties. We recently been there to our friend kids birthday party and it was beautiful with lots kids friendly farm animals, Tractor ride, Pony rides...It really beautiful out there !
Julie Lymer
Dec 23, 2018
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Opened at 12 on Sunday for an event but when we tried to order we were told the advertised menu was not available until 3pm. We were looking forward to The Ringers Rump but the only available menu item was pizza. We then waited an hour for pizza that wasn't worth the $18, and they've just increased the price to $20. Petting zoo was a couple of chickens, and some locked up goats and sheep. Jumping castle advertised wasn't there, so not much going on for kids on that day which I believed to be their main attraction. Review section including negative feedback was removed from their Facebook page rather
Kari Ludvigsen
Nov 25, 2018
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Great pork ribs at a fair price, huge amount. Relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Doggo sitting on a barrel was adorable.