{"id":2863,"date":"2025-01-24T13:20:45","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T03:20:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cqhg.com.au\/?p=2863"},"modified":"2025-10-30T10:14:21","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T00:14:21","slug":"sportsman-hotel-spring-hill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/?p=2863","title":{"rendered":"The Sportsman Hotel"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section hero alignfull getwid-margin-bottom-none getwid-section-content-full-width\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper getwid-padding-top-none getwid-padding-bottom-normal getwid-padding-left-normal getwid-padding-right-normal getwid-align-items-flex-end\" style=\"min-height:40vh\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background\" style=\"background-image:url('https:\/\/cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/queensland-pub-bar.jpg')\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-image-wrapper\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-image\" src=\"https:\/\/cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/queensland-pub-bar.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\" style=\"opacity:0.5;background-color:#232324\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section row-small\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\"><h1 class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-post-title\">The Sportsman Hotel<\/h1>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group wrap-breadcrumb is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-23441af8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\"><p><span><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/\">Home<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sticky-sub-nav has-primary-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-da8a719558d651e76bdea3c968700762 is-content-justification-center is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-23441af8 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex wp-container-1 is-position-sticky\" style=\"color:#ffffff\"><nav class=\"has-text-color has-primary-color items-justified-center wp-block-navigation wp-container-content-9cfa9a5a is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-navigation-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-navigation-is-layout-flex\" aria-label=\"Menu\"><ul class=\"wp-block-navigation__container has-text-color has-primary-color items-justified-center wp-block-navigation\"><li class=\" wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"#about\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\"> About<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\" wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"#dining\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">Dining<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\" wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"#rooms\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">Rooms<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\" wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"#bar\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">Bar<\/span><\/a><\/li><li class=\" wp-block-navigation-item wp-block-navigation-link\"><a class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__content\"  href=\"#location\"><span class=\"wp-block-navigation-item__label\">Location<\/span><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background has-background has-tertiary-background-color\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group venue-contact is-content-justification-space-between is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-cb46ffcb wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"250\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/sportsman-hotel-logo-edited.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3276\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">Open: 5:30pm until late Tuesday to Sunday<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/gf5Tngnv94Ev8Dki7\">130 Leichhardt St, Spring Hill, QLD, 4000<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-bottom is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-right bigger\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);font-size:clamp(1.146rem, 1.146rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.969), 1.8rem);\">Call: <a href=\"tel:+61738312892\">07 3831 2892<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-d445cf74 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsmanhotel.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Visit Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"about\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-section\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background has-background has-tertiary-background-color\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group overlay-wrap is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Hero-Sportsman.jpg\" alt=\"The bunker bar at the sporties\" class=\"wp-image-4169\" style=\"border-radius:0.5rem\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Hero-Sportsman.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Hero-Sportsman-300x117.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Hero-Sportsman-1024x400.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Hero-Sportsman-768x300.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Hero-Sportsman-1536x600.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full overlay-logo\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"429\" height=\"391\" src=\"https:\/\/cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/QC-Liquor-Leichhardt.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3988\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/QC-Liquor-Leichhardt.png 429w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/QC-Liquor-Leichhardt-300x273.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 429px) 100vw, 429px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section getwid-section-content-custom-width\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\" style=\"max-width:900px\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"line-height:1.2\">About The Sportsman Hotel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Affectionately known as \u201cSporties\u201d, or simply \u201cThe Pub\u201d within Brisbane\u2019s LGBTIQA+ community, The Sportsman Hotel has been proudly serving the community since 1989.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For decades, Sporties has been regarded as a home away from home \u2013 a safe and welcoming place where people come together to celebrate, connect and support one another. Community groups have gathered here to organise, raise funds for good causes and honour those who have made an impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Hotel features comfortable accommodation, three unique bars, a restaurant and showroom, and 12 gaming machines.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sportsman Hotel continues to be one of Brisbane\u2019s most inclusive and vibrant venues, offering great food, entertainment and a true sense of belonging..<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please enjoy responsibly.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"dining\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-section\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background has-background has-secondary-background-color\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns venue-block is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dining at The Sportsman Hotel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Enjoy a freshly prepared meal from our menu every night between 5:30pm and 9:00pm Tuesday to Saturday, or 5:30pm to 8:00pm on Sunday, along with a beverage from our bar and a show from Brisbane\u2019s best drag queens and performers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sporties is also open for lunch during the day from 11:30am to 2:00pm, Tuesday to Sunday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our menu combines classic pub favourites and modern dishes, including schnitzels, burgers, steaks, ribs, seafood and vegetarian options, all served with generous portions and great value. Weekday lunch specials are available with any drink purchase, making Sporties a popular choice for a relaxed meal or pre-show dinner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+61738312892\"><strong>To book c<\/strong>all: 07 3831 2892<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"438\" src=\"https:\/\/cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/montague-hotel-westend-food.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3078\" style=\"border-radius:0.5em;aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/montague-hotel-westend-food.png 800w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/montague-hotel-westend-food-300x164.png 300w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/montague-hotel-westend-food-768x420.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"rooms\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-section\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background has-background has-tertiary-background-color\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section getwid-section-content-custom-width\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\" style=\"max-width:900px\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Accommodation at The Sportsman Hotel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for a place to stay after your night out?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sporties offers safe, secure rooms right in the heart of Spring Hill \u2014 perfect for when you want to relax and stay close to the action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All rooms are air-conditioned and available from $95.00 per night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>A $50 refundable security deposit is required at check-in and is returned to you within 7 business days of checking out.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-a89b3969 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button primary\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sportsmanhotel.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Visit Website<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"bar\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-section\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns venue-block is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full has-custom-border is-style-default\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/queensland-pub-bar.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3463\" style=\"border-radius:0.5em;aspect-ratio:3\/2;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/queensland-pub-bar.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/queensland-pub-bar-300x117.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/queensland-pub-bar-1024x400.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/queensland-pub-bar-768x300.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.cqhg.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/queensland-pub-bar-1536x600.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bars at The Sportsman Hotel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Sportsman Hotel is home to three unique bars, each offering its own atmosphere and experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Nellie\u2019s Bar and Showroom<\/strong><br>Open from 5:30pm until late Tuesday to Sunday, Nellie\u2019s Bar is home to the Sportsman Hotel Drag Hall of Fame, featuring posters and memorabilia from the historic Queens Ball, the longest running LGBTIQA+ event in the world. The bar hosts Brisbane\u2019s best drag shows and DJ sets most nights of the week, creating a lively and inclusive space for everyone to enjoy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Butch Bar<\/strong><br>Open from 11:30am until late Tuesday to Sunday, the Butch Bar is the perfect place to enjoy a relaxed drink and a bite to eat. It features pool tables, a Nightlife jukebox, 12 gaming machines and the popular outdoor Birdcage area. Join locals for regular pool competitions or stop by for friendly service and a cold one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Bunker Bar<\/strong><br>Open Friday and Saturday nights, the Bunker Bar hosts Rainbow Karaoke on Fridays and regular community club events on Saturdays, including Bootco, Brisbears and the Hellfire Club. The Bunker is also available for private functions and special events, offering a one-of-a-kind atmosphere in Brisbane.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+61738312892\"><strong>To book c<\/strong>all: 07 3831 2892<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:1rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"location\" class=\"wp-block-getwid-section getwid-section-content-full-width\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background has-background\" style=\"background-color:#5b5b5b\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-wrapper\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background-holder\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__background\"><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__foreground\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-getwid-section__inner-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-e0e4babd wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"padding-right:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-255edfb337c3131d9a42d4d4d539c808\" style=\"color:#ffffff\">Location<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/embed?pb=!1m18!1m12!1m3!1d3540.218894804165!2d153.0223134754587!3d-27.462443876323903!2m3!1f0!2f0!3f0!3m2!1i1024!2i768!4f13.1!3m3!1m2!1s0x6b9159f86af02bd3%3A0xbba505bd12529b9f!2sSportsman%20Hotel!5e0!3m2!1sen!2sau!4v1759190733405!5m2!1sen!2sau\" width=\"100%\" height=\"450\" style=\"border:0;\" allowfullscreen=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6ed37d22bdd4b07b194f9abf605c8c92\" style=\"color:#ffffff\">Address<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-98b6c91d5957a591a4ac72627c640386\"><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/gf5Tngnv94Ev8Dki7\">130 Leichhardt St, Spring Hill, QLD, 4000<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left bigger has-secondary-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-077274cb1d5597d4cb42087fec8d86ae\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">Call: <a href=\"tel:+61738312892\">07 3831 2892<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d9e529ce7d096aaeb65cde90f392b1d3\" style=\"color:#ffffff\">Follow us on<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sportiesBNE\/\" \n   target=\"_blank\" \n   rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" \n   title=\"Visit us on Facebook\" \n   aria-label=\"Visit The Sportsman Hotel on Facebook\">\n  <svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 640 640\" height=\"60\" fill=\"white\" role=\"img\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n    <!--!Font Awesome Free v7.0.1 by @fontawesome -->\n    <path d=\"M576 320C576 178.6 461.4 64 320 64C178.6 64 64 178.6 64 320C64 440 146.7 540.8 258.2 568.5L258.2 398.2L205.4 398.2L205.4 320L258.2 320L258.2 286.3C258.2 199.2 297.6 158.8 383.2 158.8C399.4 158.8 427.4 162 438.9 165.2L438.9 236C432.9 235.4 422.4 235 409.3 235C367.3 235 351.1 250.9 351.1 292.2L351.1 320L434.7 320L420.3 398.2L351 398.2L351 574.1C477.8 558.8 576 450.9 576 320z\"\/>\n  <\/svg>\n<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Affectionately known as &#8220;Sporties&#8221; or, in the Brisbane LGBTIQA+ community as simply &#8220;The Pub&#8221;, we&#8217;ve been serving the community since 1989. 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