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Redefine the everyday with

Bookings

Datacom's local government booking system for Australian councils. Optimise community access with automated reservations, payments and real-time availability.
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Council facilities booking made easy

Datascape Bookings powered by Datacom is council facility booking software that automates venue reservations, payments and scheduling for local government. Purpose built for Australian councils, this digital platform enables the management of community halls, sports facilities, parks and equipment bookings equitably.

Councils streamline facility bookings through a single system that handles availability, payments, cancellations and updates, without the need for emails, phone calls and manual processing. It empowers residents and staff to manage bookings independently, driving better utilisation, stronger engagement and measurable time savings.

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Local government online bookings making a difference

  • Bookings up to 95% faster

    taking just 2 minutes, freeing up staff and delighting residents *
  • 2 million+ bookings

    to date, with over 900 bookings made every day across our council network **
  • $73 million

    in community facility revenue processed seamlessly to date **

* Source: Latrobe Council customer story
** Source: Figures based on internal data and correct as at October 2025

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How Datascape’s council facility booking software works

Centralised booking system

All venues, rooms, equipment and facilities managed in one system with real-time availability.

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Automated processing

Transparent rules handle pricing, approvals, confirmations and payment processing.

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Self-service management

Communities can book online 24/7 and modify bookings without needing to contact the council.

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Integrated reporting

Track utilisation, revenue, and performance across facilities with simple dashboards.

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Why council leaders, teams and communities choose Bookings

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Local government leadership

Maximise asset value

Improve facility utilisation and ROI while delivering responsive, accessible services that build community trust and satisfaction with council performance.

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Lead with fairness

Ensure equitable access through transparent booking rules and automated workflows that provide consistent service delivery.

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Reduce overheads

Cut manual effort and streamline booking operations through a single system that delivers better resident experiences at lower operational cost.

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Council workers

Automate facility scheduling

Manage bookings and payments without system delays or bottlenecks.

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Stay informed

Access real-time visibility into availability, booking history, and facility utilisation from one integrated platform.

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Work efficiently

Eliminate double-handling with automated payments, confirmations, and calendar updates across multiple facilities.

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Communities

Self-service community bookings

See availability in real-time, and get instant booking confirmation 24/7 from any device - no more phone calls, office visits, or waiting for business hours.

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Stay in control

Manage bookings and payments independently through self-service options anytime.

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Enjoy fair access

Transparent booking rules and automated systems ensure equal opportunity for all community members to access facilities.

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Powerful services for everyday heroes

Bookings is part of the Datascape platform

Datascape is an AI-enabled council software provided by Datacom to help councils across Australia deliver better community-centric services now and into the future. It represents a holistic shift for how local government can continue to redefine the everyday for their communities by being more responsive, transparent and accessible.

 

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Councils currently using Datascape to redefine their everyday

    Central Coast Council logo City Of Greater Bendigo Council logo Dunedin City Council logo Gore District Council logo Latrobe City Council logo Manawatu District Council logo Matamata District Council Moorabool Shire Council logo Porirua City Council logo Selwyn District Council logo Shire Of Halls Creek Council logo Shire Of Manjimup Council logo Taumata Arowai logo Wattle Range Council logo Western Bay Of Plenty District Council logo
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