Community engagement update 20/04/26

JBCSC De-amalgamation Lead invited to speak at VRRA AGM

On Thursday 16th April 2026, Tom Karp, De-amalgamation Lead presented an update at the Vincentia Ratepayers and Residents Association (VRRA) Annual General Meeting. Tom provided an overview the history of JBCSC, up to the joint meeting of the JBCSC and SGBCC Boards. Tom pointed out that the work evidencing financial viability is detailed and we cannot re-open as the club operated previously. Tom also covered details regarding the By Group loan and partnership agreement.

Tom also outlined JBCSC’s plan to provide extra facilities to attract more patrons (this was covered in the past update regarding the suite of business cases being developed by the Board, PT and Community Working Group members). Tom also mentioned the need for drafts of the De-amalgamation Deed and Member Statement from SGBCC which are crucial to the whole process. 

Changes to regular JBCSC Community events at Mercier’s Huskisson

Please note modifications to our JBCSC Community events at Mercier’s for the cooler months. 

Weekly Trivia and JBCSC Fundraising raffles on Wednesdays are ON HOLD until Mercier’s have completed inside refurbishment to accommodate our popular Trivia in the cooler months ahead. We apologise for this inconvenience, and look forward to resuming Trivialiscious Trivia, Prizes & Raffles with Miss Gee at just $2 each player on Wednesdays from 6-9pm as soon as possible. 

Weekly Friday JBCSC raffles are ON HOLD over winter and expected to resume in the warmer months. Meanwhile, Mercier’s will continue to provide Happy Hour on Fridays from 4pm, with hot food and their delicious homemade gelato for everyone.

Monthly Banter and Raffles for everyone, including our volunteers/supporters WILL CONTINUE on the last Friday of the month from 5-7pm at Mercier’s. There will be JBCSC Raffles to win a meat tray donated by Premium Meats South Nowra, and a chance to win a cash jackpot in 'Pick a Box' with other prizes donated by local businesses. Our next Banter & Raffles is on this Friday, 24 April. We look forward to seeing you there!

The JBCSC Board appreciate the dedication of businesses, volunteers, supporters, and the wider community. Your support not only strengthens our community, it encourages our continued commitment to achieving de-amalgamation for our new Club. We look forward to updating you with additional upcoming fundraising events.