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Member Events

Winter Wine Down – 2-4 July, 2025

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Looking for the perfect excuse to get out of Sydney this winter? Winter Wine Down is an exclusive Sporting Club of Sydney member getaway — two nights of coastal luxury, gourmet dining, and premium wine experiences, all just a few hours from home.

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Hosted in partnership with Bannisters Port Stephens and Tyrrell’s Wines, this unique midweek escape offers incredible value and a curated experience you won’t find anywhere else.

 

What’s Included:

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  • Two-night stay at Bannisters Port Stephens (2–4 July)

  • Daily gourmet breakfast featuring local and seasonal produce

  • Three-course dinner with fellow members at Rick Stein Bannisters, renowned for its world-class seafood*

  • Day trip to Tyrrell’s Winery with fellow members in the Hunter Valley, including a vineyard tour, premium tasting, and winemaker-hosted three-course lunch paired with Tyrrell’s signature wines

  • Return coach transfers from Bannisters to Tyrrell’s

  • The chance to unwind and connect with fellow Sporting Club of Sydney members

*Drinks at Rick Stein restaurant are not included. Drinks may be ordered and conveniently charged to your room, with payment settled upon checkout.

 

Packages Available:

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  • Ocean Lower Deck Room

    • Single Booking (1 person in a room): $589

    • Couple Booking (2 people in a room): $720
       

  • Ocean Upper Deck Room

    • Single Booking (1 person in a room): $629

    • Couple Booking (2 people in a room): $760
       

For more details on room types, visit the Bannisters website. Further details will be shared with participating members closer to the event. In the meantime, feel free to contact the membership services team here with any questions.

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Event Itinerary:

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Wednesday 2 July

Check in at Bannisters Port Stephens from 3pm and settle into your Winter Wine Down with breathtaking coastal views. At 6pm, join us at Julio’s poolside bar for a meet and greet before heading to Rick Stein at 7pm for a three-course dinner overlooking the bay.

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Thursday 3 July

Start your day with breakfast from 7am before departing at 9.15am for the Hunter Valley. On arrival at Tyrrell’s Winery, enjoy a guided vineyard tour and premium tasting, followed by a three-course winemaker-hosted lunch with expertly matched wines. Love what you taste? Sporting Club of Sydney members can purchase wines at an exclusive rate during the visit.
Depart Tyrrell’s at 3.30pm and return to Bannisters in the late afternoon. The evening is yours to enjoy — explore Port Stephens at your own pace or unwind back at the hotel.

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Friday 4 July

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before checking out by 11am. Want to continue your winter escape? Details on how to book additional nights at Bannisters Port Stephens can be found below.

 

Extending your stay

Why not stretch out your Winter Wine Down and turn it into a full weekend getaway? As a Sporting Club of Sydney member, you can extend your stay at Bannisters at an exclusive rate. To book additional nights or for any accommodation enquiries, please reach out to Anne Maree from Bannisters at annemaree@bannisters.com.au or call 02 4919 3800.

Rates for additional nights may vary from the Winter Wine Down package rate.

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OPENING HOURS

REGULAR HOURS:

MON-THURS: 5.30AM  - 10PM

​FRIDAY: 5.30AM - 8PM

​SATURDAY: 6AM - 8PM

​SUNDAY: 7AM - 8PM

​PUBLIC HOLIDAYS: 7AM - 7PM â€‹

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CLOSED: NEW YEAR'S DAY, GOOD FRIDAY, CHRISTMAS DAY AND BOXING DAY.

FIND US

LOCATED AT GATE 8, ALLIANZ STADIUM. FOLLOW THE FOOTPATH BETWEEN THE NATIONAL RUGBY LEAGUE BUILDING AND THE SHERIDAN STAIRS AT GATE 2.

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