Jimmy moved to Sydney to pursue his dream of being able to make a living as a singer / songwriter and live performance musician on the East Coast. Jimmy Bear plays on average 180 -200 live shows a year and he has developed a highly successful one-man show that provides venues with a fantastic nights entertainment.

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What better way to celebrate Australia Day than with a cold beer at Sydney’s Oldest Pub!

The Fortune of War is the best place to be on Australia Day, with cold beer, delicious Aussie Pub grub, free live entertainment, all in the heart of The Rocks!

BAR

Open from 9am – late

Free live entertainment all afternoon
2pm – Dan Sharkey
6.30pm – Glenn Esmond

BISTRO

Family-friendly bistro open from 11:30am – late, serving all your favourite pub classics, as well as some Aussie-inspired delights.

Sydney New Years Eve is a globally recognised event that is experienced by thousands, and watched by millions more. Join us at the Fortune of War in the heart of the action just moments from the Sydney Harbour fireworks display in The Rocks, for an unforgettable night of live music, delicious food, and good times.

Open from 9am until the early hours of 2017, Fortune of War is your place to celebrate.

GENERAL ADMISSION

Pre-purchase a $20 general admission ticket and receive:

• complimentary drink on arrival (your choice of a schooner of tap beer or a glass of sparkling)
• entry to The Rocks Precinct
• priority entry to venue (subject to venue capacity & RSA)

PRESALE GENERAL ADMISSION TICKETS NOW SOLD OUT! – We will endeavour to accommodate walk in customers on the day, subject to venue capacity and RSA. Please note ticket holders will receive priority entry over non-ticket holders.

LIVE MUSIC

Your favourite artists are returning to the Fortune of War for the ultimate New Years Eve celebration! With Glenn Esmond from 3-7pm, and Michael Gorham from 8pm-midnight, they’ll be singing your favourite covers, requests, and singalongs.

FIRST FLEET BISTRO

Enjoy a delicious meal in our First Fleet Bistro, with our full bar menu available all day! The First Fleet Bistro, at the rear of the Fortune of War, is family friendly (until 9pm), and the perfect place to grab a bite to eat in the heart of the action without breaking the bank.

Bookings are available for in the Bistro for diners – contact our functions team at functions@wdshotels.com.au to book a table! No upfront payment required, simply complete our booking form to secure your table. Please note you DO NOT require a General Admission ticket in addition to a Bistro reservation. Bistro diners are welcome to utilise other areas before and after their reservation time (subject to venue capacity and RSA).

GETTING HERE & VENUE ACCESS

To plan your night, visit http://www.sydneynewyearseve.com/public-transport/

For those without a pre-purchased ticket, we will be open to the public, with free entry all day, subject to venue capacity and closure of The Rocks Precinct. When the fireworks vantage points reach capacity, the temporary gated entrance to The Rocks Precinct is closed off to the general public. Only guests with pre-purchased tickets are permitted entry to The Rocks Precinct after the gates are closed – don’t risk missing out, pre-purchase your tickets to Fortune of War NYE and celebrate the best moment in time!

Fortune of War practices the Responsible Service of Alcohol. Management reserves all rights to refuse entry. Minors are permitted in the Bistro area only, under the direct supervision of a responsible parent or guardian, until 9pm.

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“SYDNEY’S OLDEST PUB” FORTUNE OF WAR CLOSING TEMPORARILY FOR RESTORATIONS JULY 4TH 2016

After 188 years of serving beer to tens of thousands of colourful faces from all over the world, the Fortune of War in Sydney’s The Rocks calls last drinks (for now). With the last major works conducted in the 1920’s – it is time for much needed structural repairs and restorations.

The Restoration

This restoration is being undertaken with the support of heritage consultants to ensure the integrity of the Fortune of War’s history is preserved, along with it’s charm. Some of the work being undertaken includes repairing the creaky floors, replacing the coolroom, plumbing, and electricals, new carpet and of course a lick of paint.

Once complete, the Fortune of War will look like a refreshed version of it’s former self. Customers will still be able to pull up a stool at the bar and chat to their favourite bartenders – the seats will just be more comfortable!

The Push

Whilst the Fortune of War is closed, customers can catch Glenn Esmond every Sunday afternoon next door at its sister venue, The Push. The Push offers a great selection of cocktails, domestic craft beers, and Australian wines, and the Fortune of War kitchen team will be pumping out the same pub-style food that customers love. The live Piano Man will also continue Friday and Saturday nights from 7:30pm. The Push is open daily from lunch until late, and will also be honouring all Fortune of War membership discounts.

For the latest news and updates on the restorations, visit the Fortune of War Facebook page, or sign up to the email newsletter.

Fortune of War is expected to reopen in early Spring.

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