Club Forster

What Club Forster does

Club Forster, legally Forster Tuncurry Memorial Services Club Ltd. (ABN 65 000 919 817), is a member-owned registered club operating under the NSW Registered Clubs Act 1976 from 19 Strand Street, Forster, NSW. Founded in 1976 and celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2026, the club functions as a multi-venue hospitality and entertainment complex serving the MidCoast region of New South Wales, with an affiliated second site at Sporties Tuncurry covered by a single membership and connected by a free courtesy bus. The product surface spans four distinct dining venues (242ate Cafe Bar Grill, Kenny's Thai Kitchen, The Tanks Cafe Bar Lounge, and The Courtyard), family entertainment at The Backyard, a nightclub-style Neptune's Lounge, TAB/Keno and gaming machine facilities, an on-site bottle shop and hairdresser, weekly raffles and gameshows, and ticketed live entertainment (tribute acts, comedy, concerts) sold via the Ticketsearch platform with no booking fees.

The business model is multi-stream and consumer-direct: revenue derives from gaming machine and TAB/Keno takings, F&B across four outlets, ticketed live entertainment, weekly raffles and gameshows, bottle shop retail, hairdresser services, and an annual membership subscription priced at A$12 (1 year), A$33 (3 years), or A$50 (5 years). The club redistributes a portion of gaming machine tax via the NSW ClubGRANTS program, contributing more than A$750,000 to 136 local organisations in the past year. Membership is the primary customer acquisition mechanic, with member pricing used to drive visitation across F&B and shows (e.g., member tickets at A$45–A$65 versus non-member A$55–A$75).

Underlying technology is non-proprietary: standard point-of-sale, membership card with a Power Points rewards scheme, CCTV surveillance, and third-party Ticketsearch ticketing. No AI/ML, APIs, SDKs, or proprietary platforms are disclosed. Marketing is executed through Facebook, Instagram, an email newsletter, the club's website, and community engagement. Governance is by an elected Board of Directors led by President Paul Nicholas, with General Manager Peter V Clarke FCPA overseeing day-to-day operations.

Name

Club Forster

Legal name

Forster Tuncurry Memorial Services Club Ltd.

Website

https://clubforster.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

1976

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Club Forster is a member-owned registered club in the MidCoast region of NSW operating a multi-venue hospitality and entertainment complex including four dining venues, gaming, ticketed shows, and family entertainment across the Forster and Tuncurry sites since 1976.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Registered Club Hospitality and Entertainment

NAICS

Drinking Places (Alcoholic Beverages) (722410), Full-Service Restaurants (722511), Other Gambling Industries (713290)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Travel & Services Membership Clubs (Ancillary Services-Led) (CRAEADAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cocktail Bars & Lounges (CRANACAD), Neighborhood & Sports Bars (THAFAEAA)

Keywords

• Registered clubs
• Hospitality services
• Live entertainment
• Food and beverage
• Community gaming

Headquarters

HQ city

Forster

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: Annual membership fees providing access to Club Forster and Sporties Tuncurry. Membership includes 10% discount on food & beverage, discounts on shows, exclusive promotions, and Power Points accrual.
2. Food & Beverage Sales: Revenue from four dining venues: 242ate Cafe Bar Grill, Kenny's Thai Kitchen, The Tanks Cafe Bar Lounge, and The Courtyard. Includes bottle shop sales.
3. Ticketed Entertainment Events: Live shows and concerts with ticket sales. Members receive discounted pricing compared to non-members. Shows include tribute acts, comedy, and special events.
4. Gaming Machines & TAB/Keno: Gaming machine revenue and TAB/Keno facilities throughout the club premises.
5. Raffles & Gameshows: Weekly raffles and gameshows generating revenue from ticket sales. Gameshow raffle sales limited to maximum $10 per transaction.
6. Hairdresser Services: On-site hairdresser (Ambyance) providing men's and women's hair services with membership discounts.
7. Club Grants Funding: Club Forster receives ClubGRANTS funding from gaming machine tax contributions which is redistributed to local community groups and charities. The club has donated millions to local community over the years.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Club Forster operates a multi-venue registered club and hospitality complex in the MidCoast region of NSW, Australia, delivering dining across four distinct venues (242ate Cafe Bar Grill, Kenny's Thai Kitchen, The Tanks Cafe Bar Lounge, and The Courtyard), family entertainment (The Backyard), gaming facilities (TAB, Keno, gaming machines), ticketed live shows, raffles, gameshows, sports viewing, a bottle shop, and on-site hairdressing services. The business runs on a membership-based model with a single membership granting access to both Club Forster and the affiliated Sporties Tuncurry venue, connected by a courtesy bus.

Product overview

Club Forster is a registered club providing hospitality and entertainment services in the MidCoast region of New South Wales. The club operates a multi-venue entertainment complex combining dining (four distinct venues: 242ate Cafe Bar Grill, Kenny's Thai Kitchen, The Tanks Cafe Bar Lounge, and The Courtyard), family entertainment (The Backyard outdoor area), gaming (TAB, Keno, gameshows, raffles), ticketed live shows, and retail services (bottle shop, hairdresser). The club offers a membership program providing access to both Club Forster and its sister venue Sporties Tuncurry, with member benefits including dining discounts and exclusive promotions. Community engagement is supported through Club Grants funding to local organisations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• 242ate Cafe Bar Grill: Full-service restaurant and dining venue at Club Forster offering modern Australian cuisine.
• Kenny's Thai Kitchen
• The Tanks Cafe Bar Lounge
• The Courtyard
• The Backyard
• Neptune's Lounge
• Bottle Shop

Products and services

• 242ate Cafe Bar Grill Full-service restaurant and dining venue at Club Forster offering modern Australian cuisine for lunch and dinner in a family-friendly atmosphere. Open to members and guests visiting the club.
• Kenny's Thai Kitchen Thai cuisine restaurant within Club Forster offering authentic Thai dishes prepared by experienced chefs. Open to members and guests.
• The Tanks Cafe Bar Lounge Lounge bar and dining area at Club Forster featuring live entertainment, full bar service, and a menu of meals and snacks for members and guests.
• The Courtyard High-end lounge and dining experience at Club Forster featuring expertly crafted cocktails and Asian fusion cuisine, with live acoustic performances on weekends.
• The Backyard Expansive alfresco dining and entertainment area at Club Forster featuring a grassy area, flying fox, play equipment, basketball hoop, gaming parlour, and outdoor cinema screen, with dedicated parent rooms and kids party bookings.
• Bottle Shop Takeaway bottle shop at Club Forster stocking Australian and imported wines, beers, spirits, fortified wines, casks, mixers, soft drinks, liqueurs, and nibbles.
• TAB & Keno Modern TAB and Keno betting facilities available throughout the Club Forster premises for members and guests.
• Ambyance Hairdresser On-site hair salon at Club Forster offering men's and women's cuts, colours, and upstyles. Members receive special pricing on regrowth, cut, and blow wave packages.
• Courtesy Bus Free courtesy bus service operating daily after 4pm between Club Forster and Sporties Tuncurry for members and bona fide guests. Phone bookings via 0411 443 460.
• Live Shows and Ticketed Events Ticketed live entertainment at Club Forster including tribute shows, concerts, comedy performances, and special events held in the club's auditorium and venues. Tickets sold through Ticketsearch with no booking fees at the club or via the club website.
• Gameshows Weekly gameshow schedule at Club Forster including Bingo, Match 'N' Win, and Lucky 8 Card Draw, with cash prizes and special promotional events.
• Raffles Weekly raffle events at Club Forster held multiple days per week with prizes including meat, seafood, and hampers. Gameshow raffle sales limited to a maximum of AUD 10 per transaction.
• Club Membership Program Membership program at Club Forster providing access to both Club Forster and Sporties Tuncurry, with benefits including 10% discount on food and beverages, discounts on shows, exclusive member promotions, and Power Points accrual. Priced at AUD 12/year, AUD 33 for 3 years, AUD 50 for 5 years.
• ClubGRANTS Community Funding Program Community funding program at Club Forster providing cash and in-kind donations to local community groups, charities, and organisations through ClubGRANTS Category 1 and 2 funding. Applications are managed via a Smarty Grants powered online portal.
• Sports Viewing Live sports broadcasting at Club Forster including UFC, boxing, State of Origin rugby league, and other major sporting events shown on big screens throughout the club.

Named customers2 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Smarty GrantscoreTechnology or IntegrationClub Forster uses Smarty Grants powered online portal for ClubGRANTS applications, allowing community groups to apply for funding through a simple, effective and timely process.
• TicketsearchcoreTechnology or IntegrationOnline ticketing platform for show and event ticket sales. Club Forster does not charge booking, transaction or credit card fees when tickets purchased at club or via club website.
• ClubGRANTS (NSW Government)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerClub Forster participates in the ClubGRANTS program, receiving funding from gaming machine tax to redistribute to local community groups and charities. Has donated millions to local community.
• Sporties TuncurrycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSporties Tuncurry operates as an affiliated venue under the same parent company (Forster Tuncurry Memorial Services Club Ltd). Single membership grants access to both venues. Courtesy bus connects the two locations.
• HMM Accountants & Business ConsultantsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerExternal auditor for Forster Tuncurry Memorial Services Club Ltd. Contact point for whistleblower disclosures via email [email protected].
• Ambyance HairdresserminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOn-site hairdresser operating within Club Forster premises offering men's and women's hair services. Members receive special pricing.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Club Marconi: Bossley Park-based registered club offering gaming, multiple dining venues, entertainment, and member benefits. Operates the same integrated dining + entertainment + gaming model that defines Club Forster's revenue mix.
• Mounties Group: Multi-venue registered club group in Western Sydney with gaming, dining, entertainment, and community programs. Comparable to Club Forster in its combination of hospitality, gaming, and community reinvestment.
• The Juniors: Kingsford-based community club with gaming, dining, entertainment, and member benefits. Comparable business model to Club Forster, particularly the diversified F&B and entertainment offer within a registered club structure.
• Canterbury-Hurlstone Park RSL: Sydney RSL registered club offering gaming, dining, entertainment, and community support. Directly comparable to Club Forster's RSL heritage, multi-revenue model, and ClubGRANTS-driven community investment.
• Panthers Group: Western Sydney community club group operating multiple venues with gaming, dining, live entertainment, and membership. Same NSW registered-club business model and revenue mix as Club Forster, with transferable parallels across the value chain.
• Hornsby RSL Club: NSW RSL-affiliated registered club providing dining, gaming, live entertainment, and member amenities. Closely matches Club Forster's RSL-anchored community positioning, sub-club structure, and member-benefit model.
• Wests Group Australia: Newcastle-based multi-venue registered club group operating gaming, dining, entertainment, and membership services across multiple sites. Closely comparable to Club Forster's multi-venue membership + gaming + F&B model, though at materially larger scale.
• Liverpool Catholic Club: Western Sydney community club with gaming, dining venues, entertainment, and member benefits. Operates the same multi-venue hospitality + gaming + membership model as Club Forster and reinvests in community programs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/clubforster
• Instagraminstagram.com/club_forster
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/club-forster

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles23 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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