In the short period since opening, two prestigious awards have been won – the best wedding caterer in North Queensland and the best convention/function centre caterer.
Functions that have occurred at Whitfield House in conjunction with the spa accommodation are very diverse.
| Brian Stonier Wine Dinner 80 guests seated on the Flecker Terrace with Brian Stonier discussing the wines that he produced and the match with the menu. |
| The Australian New Zealand Ministers Meeting organised through the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Canberra. 50 guests in the Whitfield Room in boardroom style. |
| All day corporate training sessions with e.g. Pricewaterhousecooopers and Ergon. |
| Hands on Cooking Classes once a month covering different food flavours including French, Gourmet Barbecue, Asian, Mediterranean, Thai and Modern Australian. |
| Trish O’Brien and Gareth Koch – Cello and Guitar Duo. A magical night of fine food, wine and music. |
| Australian of the Year |
Australian of The Year Gala Cocktail Party to welcome back Tania Major over 100 guests. |
| Lexus of Cairns New Car Launch |
Over 100 guests enjoyed this cocktail function on the Flecker Terrace, Whitfield Room and lawn area |
| Seraphim Trio in Concert |
Seraphim Trio in Concert entertaining 90 guests and afternoon tea on the terrace and gardens. |
| ADFAS Australian Decorative Fine Arts Society Lecture |
ADFAS Australian Decorative Fine Arts Society Lecture with Mr Peter Medhurst lecturing on the Grand Tour. |
| University of New South Wales Breakfast |
100 guests enjoyed breakfast throughout the entire venue. |
| Qantas Awards and Presentations |
50 guests enjoyed a cocktail function on the Flecker Terrace, Whitfield Room and Pool Deck. |
