Lighting up Townsville’s nightlife: ENTTEC at 237 Flinders Street

Step inside 237 Flinders Street, in Townsville, Queensland, Australia, and you’ll find more than just the city’s biggest nightclub. With three distinct levels, two dancefloors, and the city’s #1 rooftop bar, it’s the place locals call home for nightlife. But beyond the music and cocktails, it’s the lighting that transforms this venue into something truly unforgettable.

Earlier this year, 237 Flinders partnered with NQAV to give their Level 2 Global Tapas & Cocktail Lounge a fresh glow. The brief? Create a space that could shift seamlessly between chilled lounge vibes and high-energy late-night action. The solution came courtesy of ENTTEC’s pixel control technology.

The result is a lounge bathed in rich colour-changing hues, with long banquettes – expertly crafted by local business Upholstery by Kellie – framed by subtle, immersive light. It’s simple, elegant, and proof that even the most relaxed areas of a nightclub can become part of the show when the right technology is at play.

But the real magic happens when the night kicks into gear. Using ENTTEC’s S-PLAY show controller, Pixelator Mini, and PLink Injectors, the system delivers dynamic lighting that moves with the beat.

Paired with ENTTEC LED Mapper (ELM) software, the venue gains full creative freedom: from programmed scenes to interactive, music-synced effects that keep the energy flowing until the early hours.

The installation demonstrates the power of control as much as the beauty of light. With the S-PLAY at the helm, automation and playback are seamless, while the Pixelator Mini provides rock-solid data conversion across multiple universes. Together, it’s a setup designed to handle everything from intimate lounge settings to a packed dancefloor.

The project highlights what’s possible when local expertise meets world-class technology. NQAV brought decades of AV experience to the table, ensuring the system was tailored perfectly to the venue’s needs. And with ENTTEC at the heart of the design, 237 Flinders has a lighting system that’s as reliable as it is creative.

So next time you’re in Townsville, head to Flinders Street and see the jungle-themed nightlife in full swing. Whether you’re sipping cocktails on the balcony, catching the rooftop breeze, or dancing under the lights, one thing’s certain: the experience wouldn’t be the same without ENTTEC.

Tech Breakdown: Inside the Installation

S-PLAY SP1
The brains of the system. From scheduled light shows to live triggers, the S-PLAY makes automation effortless and reliable.

Pixelator Mini
A compact powerhouse that converts up to 32 universes of data, ensuring smooth pixel control across the venue.

PLink Injectors (x8)
These little devices extend pixel data over long distances, making sure every fixture stays in sync.

ENTTEC LED Mapper (ELM)
The creative engine. From static looks to interactive effects that react to music, ELM transforms ideas into real-time lighting magic.

💡 Fun fact: A 16-universe ELM 2024 licence comes FREE with every Pixelator Mini purchase, making it even easier for venues to unleash their creativity.