Admirals Arms Coromandel

11/06/2026

🚨 BIG NEWS FOR ADMIRALS ARMS COROMANDEL! 🚨

Over the last few days, we've taken a huge step forward as the first of our incredible team officially hit the ground running and got stuck into bringing Admirals Arms back to life.

We couldn't be more excited about the calibre of people we've been fortunate enough to secure. With years of hospitality experience, industry knowledge, and a genuine passion for great service, this team is already making a massive impact behind the scenes.

From day one, they've rolled up their sleeves and set about transforming the venue, and the energy, professionalism, and commitment they've brought has exceeded all expectations.

We're building something special here in Coromandel, and having such a talented group of hospitality stars on board gives us enormous confidence for what's ahead.

Be sure to say hello when the doors open — we can't wait for you to meet the team that's helping shape the next chapter of Admirals Arms!

🍻 Exciting times are ahead.

09/06/2026

⚓🍺 RIGHTO COROMANDEL... YOU CAN STOP ASKING NOW! 🍺⚓

After months of hard work, a few grey hairs, several "interesting" surprises, and enough coffee to float a battleship, we're finally ready to throw the doors open again!

🎉 THE ADMIRALS ARMS REOPENS
📅 Thursday 18th June
🕙 From 10am

To everyone who's followed along, offered support, stopped us in the street, messaged us online, or shouted across a carpark, "WHEN'S THE PUB OPENING?" — this post is for you.

It's opening. Finally.
Bringing this historic old beauty back to life has been a massive undertaking. Some days things went exactly to plan. Other days the building reminded us it's been around longer than most of us and wasn't interested in cooperating.

But we've got there.
The Admirals Arms has been part of Coromandel's story for generations, and we're proud to be opening the doors once again for locals, visitors, old friends, new friends, fishermen, tradies, yachties, retirees, and anyone else who appreciates a good pub and a cold drink.

So come down on Thursday, have a look around, grab a drink, say g'day, and help us celebrate the next chapter of this iconic venue.

🍻 The taps are ready.
🍻 The team is ready.
🍻 The building is ready.

The only question is...
Will the first customer be the same person who's asked us 47 times when we're opening?

See you Thursday from 10am.
⚓ The Admirals Arms is back.

The Admirals Arms 🍻A true Coromandel landmark, has been welcoming locals and travellers since the gold rush days of 1872 ⛏️✨Steeped in history but full of life, we’re proud to offer pokies, TAB, a lively sports bar, great food and an epic garden bar

06/06/2026

As the team push hard towards opening we need to give a huge shout out to Eric the locksmith, safe cracker, signage guy and all round good bu**er. He has gone over and above to ensure we stay on track and have everything sorted to allow us to open. Nothing but gratitude and appreciation for how much he has done for us. Cheers Eric. You’re a true Bloody Legend. The Steiny Cold is chilling and waiting for you brother.

02/06/2026

A huge shoutout to the team at Sky for getting our TVs back up and running! 🙌📺

That means we're one step closer to opening the doors and settling in for a winter packed with epic sport, great atmosphere, and a few TAB punts along the way. 🏉🏇⚽

And that's not all...
We've got a couple of exciting surprises in the works as our new screens are being prepared for installation. I don't want to brag, but when you're talking about 85 inches of stunning 4K high-definition viewing, it's hard not to get a little excited! 😎🔥

Whether you're here to catch the big game, cheer on your team, or just enjoy the action with mates, these screens are going to take the viewing experience to the next level.

We're getting closer every single day. There's still plenty to do behind the scenes, but seeing everything come together is incredibly exciting. The countdown is well and truly on now!
Watch this space, team — it won't be long before we're welcoming you through the doors. 🍻🎉

30/05/2026

We know you guys loved the holes in the roof above the pool table but it’s time to say goodbye and move on.

Normally I love cutting in but when you have 10 beams to do, I’m currently questioning my life choices. 🤣👍🤣

Onwards and upwards as the place is starting to take shape.

28/05/2026

🚨 FREE TO A GOOD HOME 🚨

Who wants a piece of Admirals Arms Coromandel history? 🍻🎶
We’re giving away our stage — FREE — and would love to see it go to a school, community group, marae, club, or anyone who could give it a second life in the community. ❤️

That said… if nobody local needs it, it would also make an epic addition to a mancave, woolshed, garage bar, or entertainment space. 🍺🔥
✅ Solidly built
✅ Timber in great condition
✅ Approx. 3.6m x 3m with angled frontage

The carpet is a bit shabby, but could easily be ripped off and replaced.

⚡ WE NEED THIS GONE ASAP ⚡
Pickup today would be ideal if possible.
Please message us directly if you’re interested or know someone who might want it.

Let’s get this legendary stage a new home! 👏

27/05/2026

Big shoutout to Tony, who recently had the privilege of sitting down with Rob from Coromandel's CFM to chat all things Admirals Arms Coromandel 🍻🎙️

The podcast is now live on Spotify if you’re keen for a listen! They dive into the journey so far, the challenges along the way, the exciting future ahead… and, as you’d expect, there were plenty of laughs mixed in too 😄

Tony also wanted to make one thing very clear — while he somehow keeps getting volunteered as the “mouthpiece” for interviews and updates, Admirals Arms has always been a true team effort. Behind the scenes is a hardworking crew of passionate, committed legends helping bring this project to life every single day.

From builders to lawyers and accountants, planners to problem-solvers, coffee-makers to crisis-managers… this pub wouldn’t exist without the people backing it 💙

So if you tune in, know you’re hearing the story of an entire team — not just the bloke holding the microphone 🍺

Enjoy the podcast, and thanks for being part of the journey with us!

CFM's Interviews · Episode

23/05/2026

You know sh*ts getting serious when the digger turns up. Old gardens gone, trees replanted, historic rubbish pile cleared and the rock garden taking shape. Huge thanks to Jaydon for his skills and to Josh for the digger. Bloody legends

20/05/2026

Another step forward as the team from Lion install the new beer system, lines and taps. Damn these lads know how to work hard. Early starts, late finishes and no breaks. Much Respect. Loving the new Guinness and Steiny Cold Towers. Today it felt like the finish line was a few steps closer.