Overview
A fire has broken out at the historic Mosman Rowers on Centenary Drive, with the incident starting in the fireplace on the building's second level.
Emergency services were called to the site earlier this morning, with large plumes of smoke seen coming from the three-level harbourside building. Fire and Rescue NSW reported that several crews and trucks were on-site and have since controlled the blaze. The fire was was contained to the second floor, the newly opened Archie Bear cafe.
According to Mosman Rowers, all staff and customers were evacuated and have been accounted for. No injuries have been recorded.
Mosman Rowers is one of the oldest sports clubs in Sydney, and, after falling into disrepair, had reopened just last month under the Bird & Bear Group.
The club announced via its Facebook page that the venue would remain closed until further.
Mosman Rowers is located at 3 Centenary Drive, Mosman, and will remain closed until further notice.
Image: Mosman Girl.