At approximately 3:41am on Friday 24th October 2014, Police and the Tasmanian Fire Service responded to a structure fire at the Wynyard Showgrounds.

On arrival, the ‘Axeman’s Club’ building was engulfed in flames and was shortly after extinguished by TFS.

The damage is estimated to be approximately $50,000

Investigations are continuing in relation to the cause of the fire and police encourage anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.