Police said shortly after 10.30pm (July 25), two men entered the registered club on Jacobs Street, which was closed at the time, through a rear entrance.

The men - one armed with a firearm and sledge hammer, the second with a machete and sledge hammer - threatened six staff members and locked them in a room before stealing a sum of cash and leaving the premises.

Officers from South Coast Police District attended the location and established a crime scene.

Detectives are reviewing CCTV images.

As inquiries continue, investigators would like to speak to two men who may be able to assist police.

The first man is described as having a large build and was wearing dark clothing with his head and face covered at the time of the offence.

The second man is described as having a smaller build and was also wearing dark clothing, with a red bandanna covering his face.

No staff members were physically injured during the incident.

Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with any information regarding the robbery to come forward - they can contact Nowra Police on 44219 699 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au.

Information is treated in strict confidence.

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