About Us

During his initial projects, Paul Comiskey worked with external builders but eventually got his own builders license and started his own construction business. Paul and his beloved wife Erica were a power couple, running many of the businesses together over the years. Operating under Comiskey Constructions, Paul built various small to large size developments in the Moreton Bay region over 30 years prior to the formation of the Comiskey Group.

Burnside Shopping Village 

In 2007, the Comiskey Group built and sold Burnside Shopping Village which included a Tadpoles childcare as well as 10 retailers; Foodworks, Pizza Capers, Blockbuster Videos and more.

Eatons Hill Hotel

In 2011, the group opened Eatons Hill Hotel, the largest pub in the Southern Hemisphere. Eatons Hill Hotel offers 9 bars, a restaurant, multiple function spaces, a gaming room, nightclub and an indoor kids playground. Since opening, the venue has become an iconic entertainment venue hosting some of the music industry’s biggest names including, Prince, Ice Cube, Post Malone, Rita Ora and more. The hotel has been inducted into the hall of fame as “Australia’s Best Entertainment Venue” numerous times and has been titled “Australia’s Best Hotel” twice at the Australian Hotels Association Awards.

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In 2011, the Comiskey family purchased the land at Sandstone Point which was eventually developed into the iconic Sandstone Point Hotel and years later extended to include an on-site resort. The land is located on the mainland across from Bribie Island and was originally occupied by an operational oyster farm. The Directors believe it was a “once in a lifetime” opportunity to purchase the incredible grounds and believe it is a priceless property that they hope remains in their family’s name for generations to come.

Sandstone Point Hotel

In 2015, Sandstone Point Hotel opened on the shores of Moreton Bay’s Pumicestone Passage offering 300 metres of unobstructed water-frontage. The hotel is home to a restaurant, bar, nightclub, fish & chippery, gaming room, multiple indoor & outdoor function spaces, a kids playground, jumping pillow and more. The hotel hosted its first outdoor concert with The Beach Boys in 2015, opening the stage for what would be many successful events to come. Since, the venue has been awarded Australia’s Best Entertainment Venue, hosting multiple concerts and events throughout the year.

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Eatons Hill Hotel Accommodation 

In 2017, the group opened a 4.5 star luxury boutique hotel, adding on-site accommodation to the existing pub and entertainment precinct, Eatons Hill Hotel. The $45 million accommodation building offers 90 rooms across 5 levels, multiple function spaces, a gym and pool as well as the convenience of the attached Eatons Hill Shopping Village.

Comiskey HQ is located on level 5 of the accommodation building.

In 2021, the Comiskey family purchased land in Coochin Creek on the Sunshine Coast with plans to develop it in coming years.

In 2021, the group purchased 150 hectares of land in Coochin Creek on the Sunshine Coast, to be used as a festival site. Coochin Fields will host local, national and international artists, large crowds and multiple stages as early as late 2022. The site will offer on-site camping and return buses from a range of locations for events. Coochin Fields is a convenient 35 minutes south of Maroochydore and 1 hour 20 minutes north of Brisbane, with direct access to the highway.

In 2021, the group purchased 37,490sqm of land in Dakabin with plans to develop a $20 million hotel, retail precinct and service station in 2023.

In November 2022, Comiskey Distillery opened next door to Eatons Hill Hotel. Adding to their already diverse operations, the Comiskey family plan to distil vodka, gin, rum, bourbon and their signature spirit “Comiskey Whiskey”, out of the 1,000 litre copper still on-site, guided by a Master Distiller. Aside from distilling liquor, the distillery also hosts gin and vodka workshops for the public.

In April 2023, the Comiskey Group sold Beachmere Hotel to Venu Hospitality Group after 14 years of ownership. Venu Hospitality Group have a stable of recognised brands including the Beach House Bar and Grill chain, the iconic Madame Wu on the riverfront in Brisbane’s CBD and Chu the Phat at South Brisbane.

Oyster Shed Beach Club

In April 2023, the Oyster Shed Beach Club officially opened on the waterfront of Sandstone Point Hotel. Previously a fish & chippery, the new space is triple the size, offering its own seafood-inspired menu, a fire pit, an ice creamery and a bar with a dedicated cocktail station serving frozen margaritas. Complete with coastal décor and lounge-style furniture, enjoy an afternoon relaxing on a day bed or bean bag.

The Imperial Hotel & HOLA Boutique Accommodation

In October 2023, the Comiskey Group purchased The Imperial Hotel, opposite the famous Eumundi Markets on the Sunshine Coast. The sale of the 112-year old hotel included; an on-site distillery, bottle shop drive-thru, and 15-room boutique accommodation, HOLA. Operating within the hotel is the iconic Eumundi Brewery, owned by Lion.

Dakabin Hotel 

The Comiskey Group officially opened the doors to Dakabin Hotel on Wednesday, 21st May 2025, with an incredible 5,000 restaurant bookings made within just 48 hours. The venue is home to the state-of-the-art Sin Bin Sports Bar, complete with two massive LED screens, Fox Sports, digital darts, and pool tables—a paradise for sports lovers. Guests can also enjoy a vibrant arcade, a half basketball court, a dedicated gaming room, and a dynamic restaurant space offering two distinct menus: Asian fusion from the East Kitchen and modern Australian cuisine from the West Kitchen.