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Club’s clever conversion taps into ‘relaxed and remarkable’ patron experience

Relaxed bar and dining experiences are on the rise in 2023. Last year saw average seating times lengthen by 2 hours or more, according to online booking software provider, ResDiary.

In partnering with design and construction company Paynter Dixon, Cowra Services Club has capitalised on this ‘long lunch’ trend with their new bar and servery.

‘CJ’s at 101 Brisbane’ has become the talk of the town, showcasing local musicians, regional produce and al fresco dining. Remarkably, the venue was made possible through the conversion of an under-utilised function area within the Club.

A retractable vergola roof and operable glass wall enable the ‘best of all worlds’ – separating or combining indoor and outdoor environments as desired. Decorative stone, timber rafters and hanging plants lend to the charm.

With the playful tagline of ‘Eat, drink and grove, the servery caters to a relaxed group setting with a pizzeria and shared plates.

It’s no accident that CJ’s is appealing to a younger generation and attracting new patrons to the Club community.

“The venue has exceeded every expectation,” says Lloyd Garratt, General Manager of Cowra Services Club.

“The working relationship we have with Paynter Dixon is absolutely fantastic.”

Over the past five years, Paynter Dixon has worked closely with the Club to modernise facilities.

Local clubs are encouraged to explore their potential for converting space by contacting our Canberra office, led by General Manager of Southern Region and ACT, Kirk Bolte.

Club Governance

Being a Director on a Board or Management Committee of a licensed club or not-for-profit organization is a big responsibility. The law is quite strict about how you each do your job governing your club, whether you are a volunteer or paid. At Club Governance we have provided face to face training for dozens of club Boards around Australia over the years, but that is not always convenient to get everyone together for a day. So, we have found a solution for your Board…

If you look at www.clubgovernance.com.au you will see your whole Board can access 15 videos on all the important information you should know. Now each Director and your CEO can watch it at home in their own time or the whole Board can include one module as part of a Board meeting together. Each module is easy to follow and understand and we are available by phone or email for any questions that may arise from watching them. For just $3000 plus GST the whole club Board has access for 12 months with an option to renew for another year after that for your club.

After watching all the video modules each Director will know their responsibilities and your club will be more legally compliant. You will have more productive Board or Committee meetings resulting in better club growth and sustainability. No more one day training in a room somewhere and for much less cost you get access to our 20 years of governance training for clubs.

With gaming, liquor and anti- money laundering laws now in place it is important your Board can consider risk management, strategy, finances and oversight of your club. Ignorance is no defence in law.

Have a tour of our website at www.clubgovernance.com.au and send us enquiry or ring Warren Tapp on 0411 111 588 or Geoff Wohlsen on 0429 994

We look forward to helping your club soon!