Platinum Nightclub closes: Employees open up about what could be behind shock closure

A rift between business owners could be behind the sudden closure of a popular Gold Coast nightclub, according to former employees.

A RIFT between business owners could be behind the sudden closure of Broadbeach nightclub Platinum according to former employees.

The popular club announced it would shut its doors Friday afternoon indefinitely for “renovations” despite already booking acts for over the weekend.

The business, based at Victoria Ave, which was previously under all female management and ownership had been purchased by new owners TCJ & Associates just two months earlier.

Timmy Trumpet performing at Platinum Nightclub Broadbeach. Photo: Damien Wright.

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A number of former bar staff who spoke with the Bulletin said they believe a change in the club’s culture had sparked a disagreement among those in charge.

“There was an issue over staff treatment,” one staff member said.

“The vibe of the place had also changed for employees which I think led to some tension for the owners.”

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“What I remember was there were a big argument about a month ago, everyone heard about it.

“The music had to be cut and everything — (after that) staff began to turn over really quickly.”

The Bulletin has not received a response from the Platinum owners about if or when the club intends to re-open. However, the club has posted online “we will be back soon”.

The club has not advertised or responded to client comments since it announced it would be closed for renovations.