FROM ITALY, WITH LOVE

Hospitality is in our blood.

Our founder, Filippo Navarra left Sicily and journeyed to Australian shores, where his instinct for entertaining and old-fashioned hospitality came into play and was extremely well received. Growing from one venue, to another (another, and another…), Navarra is now Sydney’s leading venue and hospitality group – influencing the game with innovation and harnessed creativity.

1965

The Aussie Journey: CEO Filippo Navarra Started His Journey

Founder and CEO Filippo Navarra left Sicily heading for Australia with his dreams and vision in his head. The business he envisioned has to date surpassed his expectations and continues to serve authentic Italian food and wine where family and friends can celebrate life’s pleasures. History and hospitality remain interlinked as his passion led to the creation of a successful business that reached milestone after milestone.

1973

CONCA D’ORO: OUR FLAGSHIP VENUE WHERE DOWNTOWN NEW YORK MEETS ITALIAN PASSION & STYLE

Steeped in extravagant Italian beauty, Filippo Navarra’s first venue was Conca D’oro. The hard working migrant alongside his wife Sarina put everything they had on the line to begin their new family business in the events industry. This is where history & hospitality merged and one can say that it was always in his blood.

1996

LE MONTAGE: CONTEMPORARY WATERFRONT LUXURY WITH FINE DINING EXCELLENCE

Seeing the potential in purchasing popular sporting institution Apia Club in 1996, this venue became the jewel of the Navarra collection. Brother Sal & Giovannino Navarra as well as sister Marie Florio pushed forward to develop a magnificent waterfront oasis that set the standard for Sydney’s hospitality industry.

2003

CURZON HALL: “O ROMEO, ROMEO WHEREFORE ART THOU ROMEO”-TRUE ROMANCE IS ALIVE

Son of Filippo Navarra Sal Navarra discovered this stunning heritage castle after getting lost driving a friend home. He then raced home to pick up his father because he wanted to show him the castle. The building was owned by the Catholic Church and was not for sale for quite some years. The Navarra Venues group bought the private residence in 2003 and it was not until after two years that they were able to host their first event with guests.

2012

OATLANDS HOUSE: ROMANTIC GEORGIAN CHATEAU WITH AN ENCHANTING, VINTAGE, OLD WORLD CHARM

Constructed in 1823 Oatlands House appears to have been named after Oatlands Park in England. In dire need of a facelift Navarra acquired the historic Oatlands House in 2012. This venue is stunning with its old world charm with infused Georgian architecture and is set on five acres of lush well manicured gardens.

2023

THE VILLA NAVARRA: a luxurious destination getaway

Navarra Venues introduces Villa Navarra, a unique and impressive venue that offers a truly luxurious experience. With its stunning location that includes a 4-bedroom Tuscan style homestead, Villa Navarra provides a tranquil and luxurious country destination setting for daytime events.

Today

Today, A Dynamic Navarra Venues

Today, under the leadership of the next generation of Navarras, director Salvatore Navarra continues to evolve our offering to include a range of formal and casual dining experience along with cafe’s and bars across Sydney, personalised event experiences and much more, turning Navarra Venues into a leading events and hospitality group in Australia.

With over 50 years of events and hospitality experience and over 200,000 events successfully hosted, there’s reasoning behind our renowned industry reputation. Don’t take our word for it, experience it for yourself.