DOOLEYS LIDCOMBE CATHOLIC CLUB LTD

What DOOLEYS LIDCOMBE CATHOLIC CLUB LTD does

DOOLEYS Lidcombe Catholic Club Ltd is a member-owned, NSW-registered social and entertainment club incorporated in 1971 and operating under the Registered Clubs Act 1976. The company runs two hospitality venues in Western Sydney — DOOLEYS Lidcombe Catholic Club (17 Church St, open 10:00 am to 4:00 am daily, featuring five F&B outlets: Lloyds Bistro, John Street Café, Vincent's Noodle House, Baileys Sports Bar, and Upper Cafe, plus TAB, gaming, and live entertainment) and DOOLEYS Regent St Pavilion (67 Regent St, Regents Park, with bistro, alfresco dining, barefoot bowls green, kids play area, and function spaces). A third property — DOOLEYS Health + Fitness — operates a premium gymnasium. The underlying technology stack is modest: a club management system supporting member reward points, digital membership cards, and TAB facility integration, with online membership renewal via cherryhub.com and ticket sales through ticketsearch.com.

The business model is diversified across seven streams: (1) recurring subscription revenue from memberships ($5/year or $10 for five years); (2) food and beverage sales across five-plus outlets; (3) gaming machines and prize-driven promotions (e.g., $80,000 Gold Rush, weekly raffles with $2,000+ prize pools); (4) function and event hire with internal spaces for up to 180 standing and an all-weather marquee for 100 guests; (5) social activity fees (barefoot bowls at $10 adult / $5 child; dance lessons at $10/class); (6) ticketed special events (e.g., Spanish Wine Dinner at $70–$180 per person); and (7) venue licensing through TAB and gaming. GTM motion is direct-to-consumer, leveraging venue presence, intra-club communities (walking, dance, bowls, photography, ten-pin bowling, fishing, golf), word-of-mouth, and community partnerships rather than paid acquisition. Primary customer segments are local Western Sydney community members, with secondary segments in corporate/function bookers, social bowls players, dance enthusiasts, and walking group participants.

Name

DOOLEYS LIDCOMBE CATHOLIC CLUB LTD

Legal name

DOOLEYS Lidcombe Catholic Club Ltd

Website

https://dooleys.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

DOOLEYS Lidcombe Catholic Club Ltd is a member-owned NSW registered club (est. 1971) operating two hospitality venues and a fitness centre in Western Sydney, serving local community members with dining, gaming, entertainment, functions, and social club programming under a subscription membership model.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social & Entertainment Club Services

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Membership Clubs (Category-Focused) (CRAEADAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Family Entertainment Centers & Indoor Amusement (Arcades, Trampoline Parks, Indoor Play) (THAAAAAD)

Keywords

• Registered club services
• Social entertainment venue
• Member dining gaming
• Function event hire
• Health fitness centre

Headquarters

HQ city

LIDCOMBE, NSW

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: DOOLEYS generates revenue through membership subscriptions. Membership is available at $5 per year or $10 for 5 years. Members receive access to club facilities, earn reward points on purchases, and receive discounts on food and beverage.
2. Food and Beverage Sales: Revenue from multiple dining outlets including Lloyds Bistro, John Street Cafe, Vincent's Noodle House, Baileys Sports Bar, Upper Cafe, and Regent St Pavilion Bistro. Sales are generated from food, beverages, and alcoholic drinks.
3. Gaming and Promotions: Revenue generated from gaming machines and promotional activities including the $80,000 Gold Rush promotion where members spend on food and beverage to enter draws. Entry tickets are earned through spending.
4. Raffles and Gaming: Revenue from weekly raffles at both Lidcombe and Regent St Pavilion venues. Sunday raffles offer over $2,000 in prizes weekly. Friday raffles also available.
5. Function and Event Hire: Revenue from group bookings, corporate events, and function hire. The club features function spaces that can cater up to 180 standing, plus an all-weather marquee for up to 100 guests.
6. Barefoot Bowls and Social Activities: Revenue from barefoot bowls sessions at $10 for adults and $5 for children. Social bowls programs available for members.
7. Dance Lessons: Revenue from dance lessons at $10 per lesson with a $2 joining fee. Classes offered at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels for ballroom, salsa, and social dancing.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels7 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

DOOLEYS Lidcombe Catholic Club is a member-owned registered social and entertainment club operating three venues (DOOLEYS Lidcombe, Regent St Pavilion, and DOOLEYS Health + Fitness Centre) offering multiple dining outlets, bars, gaming machines, live entertainment, function and event spaces, barefoot bowls, dance lessons, bingo, trivia, and a premium health and fitness facility. Access to most facilities and member pricing is gated by annual or multi-year club memberships, with the club having served Western Sydney since 1971.

Product overview

DOOLEYS LIDCOMBE CATHOLIC CLUB LTD operates as a social and entertainment club with two main venues: DOOLEYS Lidcombe Catholic Club (17 Church St, Lidcombe) and Regent St Pavilion (67 Regent St, Regents Park). The company offers a diverse portfolio of dining experiences including Lloyds Bistro, John Street Cafe, Vincent's Noodle House, Baileys Sports Bar, and Upper Cafe at Lidcombe, plus Bistro & Alfresco Dining and The Green at Regent St Pavilion. Entertainment offerings include Bingo, Live Entertainment, Trivia, Cash Housie, and Walking Groups. Additional services include Barefoot Bowls, DanceSport lessons, function/event spaces, and a comprehensive membership program. The venues also feature ongoing development projects including a multi-million-dollar expansion at Lidcombe.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DOOLEYS Lidcombe Club Venue Main member-access social and entertainment venue housing multiple dining outlets, bars, gaming floor, live entertainment stage, bingo, and a family-friendly courtyard. For club members and the local Western Sydney community.
• Regent St Pavilion Function Centre Function and event hire venue located on Regent Street, with on-site dining, accommodation packages and dedicated event coordinators for weddings, corporate functions, conferences, and private celebrations.
• DOOLEYS Health + Fitness Centre Premium health and fitness facility attached to the Lidcombe club, providing gym access, group fitness classes, and personal training for members.
• John Street Cafe Casual cafe dining outlet located within DOOLEYS Lidcombe, serving cafe-style meals and beverages to members and guests.
• Vincent's Noodle House Asian noodle restaurant outlet within DOOLEYS Lidcombe offering Asian-style noodle and rice dishes to members and guests.
• Baileys Sports Bar Sports bar within DOOLEYS Lidcombe serving bar food and drinks with sports viewing for members and guests.
• Upper Cafe Cafe dining outlet located in the upper level of DOOLEYS Lidcombe.
• Bistro at Regent St Bistro dining outlet located at the Regent St Pavilion, serving meals to function guests and visitors.
• Function & Event Hire Hire of club function rooms and venues for weddings, corporate events, conferences, birthdays, and other private celebrations, with event coordinators and catering options.
• Barefoot Bowls Lawn bowls green offering barefoot bowls bookings for members, groups, and social or corporate events.
• Dance Lessons Group dance lessons hosted at the club for members and guests, covering various dance styles.
• Bingo Regular bingo sessions held at the club offering cash prizes to participating members and guests.
• Cash Housie Cash Housie (housie-style lottery game) sessions held at the club with cash prizes.
• Trivia Trivia nights hosted at the club for members and guests.
• Live Entertainment Regular live music and entertainment performances staged at DOOLEYS Lidcombe for members and guests.
• Gaming Floor & Promotions Member-access gaming floor offering gaming machines and promotions such as the $80,000 Gold Rush jackpot draws.
• Club Raffles Regular club raffles with cash and prize draws run on-site.
• Walking Group Member social walking group organised by the club for community health and social engagement.
• Social Clubs Member-driven social clubs and interest groups that meet at DOOLEYS for shared activities.
• Club Membership Program Annual and multi-year paid club membership tiers that unlock member pricing, gaming access, member discounts across dining and services, and club benefits.

Quantifiable outcome

• $80,000 education program commitment supporting children aged 3-7 with personal safety education
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers19 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

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Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered major, minor and flagship.

• Australian Institute of Health Innovation at Macquarie UniversitymajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Independent evaluation of the $80,000 DOOLEYS-funded Preventing Family Abuse Through Education program, demonstrating tangible improvements in knowledge, confidence, and protective strategies.
• ClubsNSWmajorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026DOOLEYS is a member of ClubsNSW and participates in the Clubs & Community Awards. Board member Anna Ryan was appointed to the ClubsNSW Board in July 2025.
• Flemington Liquor AccordminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024DOOLEYS is a proud member of the Flemington Liquor Accord, an agreement by licensees to take action in local communities to improve safety and reduce alcohol-related anti-social behaviour.
• Australian Red CrossmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for Young Parents Program. DOOLEYS provided funding as part of approximately $200,000 in Category One ClubGRANTS distributed to local charities and organizations in 2022.
• Autism Spectrum AustraliamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding for Classroom Sensory Resources for ASPECT classrooms in Auburn and Regents Park. Part of DOOLEYS' 2022 ClubGRANTS commitment.
• CASS CaremajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for 'Laugh with COVID-19 Blues' mental health initiative.
• Be Unstoppable FoundationmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for Positive Mental Health for Women program and Unstoppable Kids Program (school-delivered program helping high school students understand adverse mental health symptoms).
• Child Abuse Prevention Service (CAPS)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022Major education partnership including Safe Arrival Program and Preventing Family Abuse Through Education program. CAPS has worked since 1953 to protect children and prevent domestic violence. DOOLEYS committed $80,000 to pilot program evaluated by Australian Institute of Health Innovation at Macquarie University.
• Fitted for WorkmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for Women's Economic Empowerment Program.
• Odyssey House NSWmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for AOD (Alcohol and Other Drugs) Counselling and Education.
• OzHarvestmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for Cumberland Food Rescue program.
• Mercy Works LimitedmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for Mercy Connect Refugee Mentoring Program.
• St Francis Social ServicesmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for FEAST Community Lunch Program.
• The Royal Life Saving Society NSWmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for Youth Life Saver Project.
• The Shepherd CentremajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022ClubGRANTS funding recipient for Talk Together program supporting children with hearing loss.
• Turbans 4 AustraliaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022$10,000 funding recipient under City of Parramatta Council Local Committee to assist Clyde Community Pantry in providing support hampers to people in need.
• Wenty Leagues ClubmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022Collaboration in 2022 part-funding two community projects: Be Unstoppable Foundation Unstoppable Kids Program and Cumberland Women's Health Centre Girls Talk program.
• Cumberland Women's Health CentremajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022Partnership with Wenty Leagues Club for Girls Talk program targeting girls aged 11-12 years to encourage positive self-image and healthy relationships.
• The Children's Hospital at WestmeadflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 September 2021$1 million commitment over five years for DOOLEYS Bridging Grant Scheme and DOOLEYS Clinical Research Trial grant at Children's Cancer Research Unit. Total donations of $2,055,071.44 since 2003. Recognized as Founder of the hospital.
• Beyond The BadgeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Corporate Partner of Beyond The Badge Career Transition Program supporting former and transitioning first responders. DOOLEYS opens doors to showcase leadership opportunities and assist program facilitation.
• Auburn Youth Centre (AYC)flagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Partnership for employment pathways program addressing 16.9% youth unemployment in Cumberland area. AYC aims to create self-sustaining cafe and catering business, partner with local businesses for employment opportunities, and establish RTO social enterprise over 2-4 years.
• Learning LinksflagshipStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Long-time partnership supporting children with learning disabilities. Speech therapy programs conducted at Yates Avenue Public School and Holroyd High School. Over 200 sessions supporting average of 68 children per term.
• The Bower Reuse & Repair CentremajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Partnership for 'From House to Home' program providing quality second hand furniture to women re-establishing homes in Parramatta LGA. Addresses homelessness among older women who are particularly vulnerable.
• Westmead Institute for Medical ResearchmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2019Partnership to support and promote phage therapy research, benefiting Western Sydney and global healthcare.
• Auburn HospitalminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2017$54,000 donation to Auburn Hospital for specialized medical equipment to assist newborn babies.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Mounties Group: Large multi-venue registered club group in Southwest Sydney with dining, gaming, fitness, and entertainment. Comparable multi-venue scale and operational model to DOOLEYS' three-venue footprint.
• Club Marconi (Bossley Park): Western Sydney registered club with multiple dining outlets, gaming, entertainment, and event spaces. Directly comparable to DOOLEYS in scale, F&B diversity, and community engagement model.
• Rooty Hill RSL Club: Large registered club in Western Sydney offering gaming, dining, live entertainment, and accommodation. Closely comparable to DOOLEYS as a multi-purpose community club with extensive F&B and gaming operations.
• Wenty Leagues Club: Major Western Sydney registered club operating multiple dining venues, gaming, entertainment, and fitness. Directly comparable as a fellow multi-venue registered club in the same geographic catchment and a documented DOOLEYS collaboration partner on community projects.
• Revesby Workers Club: Large multi-purpose registered club in Southwest Sydney with multiple dining outlets, gaming, entertainment, and accommodation. Comparable to DOOLEYS in scope of amenities and member-focused operations.
• Club Liverpool: Catholic-affiliated registered club in Southwest Sydney providing gaming, dining, entertainment, and event hosting. Directly comparable to DOOLEYS as a faith-community-rooted club with similar operational scope.
• Campbelltown RSL Club: Major registered club in Southwest Sydney with multiple dining concepts, gaming, and entertainment venues. Closely comparable as a multi-purpose club with significant F&B and event operations.
• Cabravale Diggers (Club Grand): Registered club in Western Sydney offering gaming, dining, and live entertainment with diversified F&B. Comparable to DOOLEYS in operational breadth and customer value proposition.
• Parramatta Leagues Club: Major registered club in the heart of DOOLEYS' Western Sydney catchment, offering gaming, dining, and events. Directly comparable as a community-anchored registered club with broad entertainment offerings.

Others

• ClubsNSW: Industry body representing NSW registered clubs, of which DOOLEYS is a member. Not a direct competitor but the key industry association whose policy advocacy, awards programs (Perfect Plate, Clubs & Community Awards), and regulatory engagement shape the operating environment for DOOLEYS.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/dooleysclubs
• Instagraminstagram.com/dooleysclubs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/dooleys-lidcombe-catholic-club-ltd

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles9 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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