Leading the Caloundra RSL through a period of renewal and growth, General Manager Graeme Devin has steered the club from lockdown uncertainty into a thriving new era of community impact and hospitality excellence.
“Since January 2025 through to September, we’ve donated over $300,000,” Graeme says. “The club’s doing better than ever, and that means we can give more back to our community.”
As a not-for-profit, Caloundra RSL balances strong business performance with a deep commitment to local support. “We need to be successful,” Graeme explains, “but we share that success back into our members and the wider community.”
That ethos shows up everywhere—from a $25,000 education partnership with STEPS Pathways College and ongoing sponsorships for local sporting groups and schools, to in-kind donations such as free or discounted room hire for community events. The club also donated a bus to Caloundra State High School, helping students attend sporting and educational programs. “Our HR team even visits the school to talk about employment opportunities,” he adds.
Support extends to individuals too, with proceeds from Friday night raffles regularly donated to local causes—funding everything from youth sport trips to international competitions.
Looking ahead, the RSL plans to refresh its venue layout, update the sports bar and coffee shop, and enhance its dining offerings. “We’re raising the bar with restaurant-quality options,” says Graeme, referencing the club’s new menu featuring premium marble steak.
While entertainment remains a cornerstone, with Friday and Saturday night shows and the popular Monday Lunch Shows drawing crowds of 400, Graeme is also focused on appealing to younger generations. “We’re supporting youth and women’s sport to ease the cost for families. It’s good for them, and it brings people back into the club.”
As Caloundra RSL continues to evolve, its commitment to community remains at the heart of everything it does. Local schools, clubs and groups can apply for support directly via the Caloundra RSL website.
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