WORKING WITH THE RUNDLE COLLECTIVE:

The Rundle Collective is a cross-disciplinary space offering affordable Artist Studios and Creative Industry Offices for artists and makers from a variety of disciplines. The location also includes public spaces (Workshop Space, Chill Zone), and a communal sink space.

SPACES - ARTIST STUDIOS:

1. Designated open studio spaces, varying in size.

2. Artists have 24hr access to their Studio (including internet access) and shared spaces.

3. Artists MUST protect the floorboards from paint, scratching, and damage. If any damage is caused, it must be fixed before you vacate at the end of your lease. We recommend putting down a rug/lino or floor covering.

SHARED SPACES (SINK SPACE, BATHROOMS and STOREROOM):

1. All Artists have access to The Rundle Collective’s shared spaces and are expected to use them thoughtfully.

2. There is no cleaner at The Rundle Collective, so Artists should always clean up after themselves and ensure shared spaces are kept tidy.

3. The Artist must keep their studio spaces clear of food scraps and waste

4. The Artist must not place items in any shared spaces (eg. anywhere outside the boundaries of their studio) without approval (in writing) from The Rundle Collective.

PUBLIC SPACES – WORKSHOP SPACE and CHILL ZONE.

1. The Rundle Collective’s public spaces are used for a variety of purposes - workshops, meetings and more.

2. Artists are always encouraged to make use of The Rundle Collective’s public spaces when hosting their own events. Requests for access should be submitted to The Rundle Collective’s management (in writing) in advance to avoid disappointment. Please also add the event to the Google Calendar

3. Artists are expected to respect the use of all public spaces - whether it be by other Associate Artists, management, or other groups - by not interfering with or impeding access.

4. The Rundle Collective will always strive to provide adequate notice of events occurring in public spaces, where appropriate. (Keep an eye on the monthly event calendar)

5. Due to the nature of operations at The Rundle Collective, visitors come and go intermittently, and residents are encouraged to greet them and offer help if they are able.

HIRE FEE (RENT) and BOND:

1. Artists pay a hire fee (negotiable) to The Rundle Collective for usage of their allocated space. Hire fees contribute to costs associated with operating and maintaining The Rundle Collective.

2. The Rundle Collective reviews outgoings on a 6-monthly cycle, and may adjust hire fees accordingly.

3. See PAYMENTS for payment details.

ADDITIONAL FEES:

If The Rundle Collective determines the Artist is using any facilities (such as the kitchen, electricity (including personal heaters or fans), water, internet, etc.) to an excessive level, the Artist may be required to contribute to the associated costs, at a rate determined by The Rundle Collective.

ACCESS:

1. Artists have 24-hour access to The Rundle Collective Studio.

2. The Rundle Collective management have access to all areas, at all times.

3. Access to The Rundle Collective is via Gawler Place (24/7).

4. Artists are responsible for securing the venue upon departure. All external and internal doors must be closed and locked (please double-check) and all lights, heating/cooling and computers are to be switched off by the Artist if they are the last to leave.

5. No Artist may use any space at The Rundle Collective as a permanent dwelling.

KEYS:

1. Upon signing this hire agreement and payment of the bond, the Artist will be provided with one key for the external door, for their use only.

2. Keys must not be provided or loaned to any third parties.

3. All keys are to be returned upon the conclusion of hire term.

4. Keys cannot be copied. In the case of loss, a replacement key can be requested from The Rundle Collective, at the cost of Artist.

BUMP-IN and BUMP-OUT:

1. Bump-in and bump-out (move in/move out) is to be completed within the hire period.

2. All work and personal items (including furniture) belonging to the Artist are to be removed from the premises by the Artist within the hire period.

3. Excess rubbish must be removed by the Artist, as The Rundle Collective has limited rubbish and recycling disposal. This may necessitate the hire of a skip or removal company, which shall be the responsibility of the Artist.

INTERNET:

1. Artists have access to The Rundle Collective’s internet and will be provided with the WIFI password upon confirmation of this Hire Agreement.

2. All internet usage is monitored by The Rundle Collective.

3. The Rundle Collective has the right to block users for inappropriate usage of The Rundle Collective’s internet.

4. Abuse of internet usage may constitute grounds for immediate cancellation of this Hire Agreement by The Rundle Collective.

COMMUNICATION:

1. The primary form of communication between The Rundle Creative and Artists is email and Instagram chat group.

2. By signing this Hire Agreement, the Artist agrees to regularly check their nominated email address and respond to requests from The Rundle Collective in a timely fashion.

3. The Rundle Collective’s management team works part-time. Every effort will be made to respond to Artists in a timely manner, with consideration to other commitments.

4. Please only telephone The Rundle Collective management if there is an emergency.

CODE OF CONDUCT:

1. The Rundle Collective has a zero-tolerance policy regarding abuse and bullying. This applies to interactions between the Artist and other Associate Artists, The Rundle Collective management and all other persons entering or utilising the venue. Anyone behaving inappropriately towards another person - verbally, in their behaviour, in writing, via email or on social media, or in any other manner - will have their Hire Agreement immediately terminated.

2. If you experience any inappropriate behaviour, please alert The Rundle Collective management team.

3. Zero tolerance also applies to Artists when speaking about The Rundle Collective - in public, online or between themselves.

4. If you have an issue with an aspect of The Rundle Collective’s operation, please bring it to the attention of any member from The Rundle Collective management team.

5. Ensure you are respectful and non-disruptive to others in the collective.

FEEDBACK:

1. The Rundle Collective encourages feedback and constructive criticism from Artists. If you notice a problem or can suggest a better system to improve your work life at The Rundle Collective, please get in touch with The Rundle Collective management.

2. Suggestions for improving The Rundle Collective should be made either in person, or via email

DAY-TO-DAY LIFE AT THE RUNDLE COLLECTIVE:

1. The Artist is expected to act respectfully towards others and be mindful not to disrupt Artists who are working, or anyone who is using the space. The Artist agrees to abide by the CODE OF CONDUCT set out by this Hire Agreement, and to not behave in any manner that might cause it to be compromised or terminated.

2. Noise is to be kept to a minimum.

3. It is the responsibility of all artists to keep The Rundle Collective clean and tidy at all times. It is important that the venue remains presentable.

4. Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside The Rundle Collective OR on our fire escape.

5. Small amounts of rubbish must be placed in the bins provided and in the large bins in the larger bins in the internal stairs.

6. Please recycle.

7. Large amounts of rubbish must be removed by the Artist, at their own cost.

GUESTS:

1. The Artist is responsible for the behaviour of any persons they invite to The Rundle Collective (guests, friends, students, etc), and must always supervise them.

2. No pets are allowed unless specifically authorised (in writing) by The Rundle Collective.

EVENTS & LICENSING:

1. All events must be booked in by emailing The Rundle Collective management team.

2. All events must be packed down and space reset back to original state (when held in event/workshop space) as soon as possible, ensuring you vacuum as necessary.

3. If your event serves Alcohol, you must get a liquor licence for the event.

4. Alcohol may not be consumed outside of the event space or in any other area of The Rundle Collective aside from the event room.

PROMOTION & ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:

1. The Rundle Collective assists Artists in promoting their business(es) via; our social media and website.

DAMAGE TO THE RUNDLE COLLECTIVE:

1. Any damage to, or faults on the premises, must be reported to The Rundle Collective management immediately.

2. Damage or faults caused by the Artist will be repaired at the Artist’s expense.

3. The Artist agrees to maintain the premises in a state of cleanliness and good repair, and return their space to its original condition, removing all belongings, at the end of the lease term.

4. If the Artist causes the fire alarm to go off, they must pay the MFS call out fees and any damage caused to others work, equipment and building repair.

INSURANCE & LOSS OR DAMAGE OF CONTENTS:

1. The Artist acknowledges that use of The Rundle Collective is at their own risk.

2. Storing possessions and work at the premises is done so at the Artist’s own risk.

3. It is the responsibility of the Artist to acquire appropriate contents, public liability, and other insurance to insure against risks (such as damage or theft), as required.

TERMINATION OF HIRE AGREEMENT:

1. The Rundle Collective has the right to immediately terminate this Hire Agreement (with written notice) and evict if the Artist fails to comply with any of the terms herein.

2. Should the Artists wish to cancel this Hire Agreement before the expiration of the hire term, The Rundle Collective requires a minimum of 8 weeks’ notice. Cancellations made with less than 8 week’s notice will result in the Artist having to pay until the end of the lease period or a new Artist take over the space, whatever comes first.

3. Artists must notify The Rundle Collective 4 weeks in advance if they do not intend to renew their hire agreement, otherwise hire will continue month to month.

PAYMENT:

1. The Artist agrees to pay their hire fee for the duration of the hire term.

2. Artists are invoiced on a 4-weekly cycle.

3. Payments must be received - in full - within 7 days of an invoice being issued.

4. Artists are required to pay via bank transfer unless alternative arrangements have been approved by The Rundle Collective management.

5. Where more than one artist is using a space, The Artist shall be responsible for a making a single payment per invoice to The Rundle Collective’s nominated account.

6. Late Payment course of action;

• If The Artist fails to settle an invoice within 30 days of the due date, The Rundle Collective may suspend access to their space.

• All keys must be returned and The Artists may not re-enter the premises until written approval has been issued by The Rundle Collective management.

• A grace period of 14 days will commence within which The Artist must either settle the outstanding invoice, or negotiate a payment plan in order to resume use of their space.

• Once the 14 day grace period expires, and the outstanding amount has not been settled, or a payment plan has not been actioned, The Rundle Collective may evict The Artist and advertise their space for lease.

• All costs associated with the removing belongings from the space will beadded to the debt.

• The remaining debt may be handed to a collection agency who will initiate legal action.

ABANDONED PROPERTY:

If the goods are not reclaimed by the tenant within the 14 day period (past end of lease/or termination of lease) The Rundle Collective (landlord/agent) may sell or otherwise lawfully dispose of the property as if the landlord were the owner of the property.

All policies are current.

2025 Issue.

(all policies can be found in your signed hire agreements)