DEMAND for more dynamic services has prompted Orange Ex-Services’ Club to start trading until 4am, making it the latest trading venue in the city.
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Chief executive officer Daniel Perkiss said business analytics indicated there was enough demand to trade beyond the club’s previous closing time of 2am and it began trading later on January 16, with limited food service, drinks and gaming.
He said the city’s shift work numbers were significant.
“There’s a strong contingent of miners looking for an entertainment offering that doesn’t work with the traditional nine to five offering,” he said.
“North Orange McDonald’s trades 24 hours and we’ll be bringing in a late-night food menu so we’re exploring what can be done.
“There’s few late-night food options in Orange.”
There’s a strong contingent of miners looking for entertainment that doesn’t work with the traditional nine to five.
- Orange Ex-Services' Club CEO Daniel Perkiss
Past Orange Liquor Accord agreements have included a 3am closing time, however the accord is yet to meet for 2019.
Asked whether he was confident the club would have other members’ support, Mr Perkiss said he would not speculate until discussions were held.
Central West Police District crime manager Detective Inspector Bruce Grassick confirmed the venue was allowed under its licence to trade until 4am.
“The liquor accord is a situation where it’s voluntary but we’ve got a very strong liquor accord in the area and it’s important it remains a strong collaboration for the licensed premises because we need to monitor it and manage it.”
Mr Perkiss said the club regularly corresponded with the police and described it as a “tight ship”.
“We’re very strict with RSA and we pride ourselves on being a safe and secure venue,” he said.
“Late at night, there’s almost certainly an escort in and out.”
Orange City Council crime prevention committee chair Jason Hamling said the club would be invited to address the committee on the hours.
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