Ma Pau Woodbrook to re-open soon

“Ma Pau is extremely pleased to announce that it has reached agreement with the owners of Aria Nightclub on Ariapita Avenue, Woodbrook to reopen Ma Pau as soon as the statutory permits and permissions are gained from relevant authorities that supervise Members Clubs.” Ma Pau said its management is “working feverishly” with the authorities to allow an early opening which will allow the continued employment of its staff.

This was announced in an April 24 statement which also noted that although the March 26 fire resulted in a “devastating loss”, the almost 200 staff members employed there were kept on the payroll and re-assigned to other Ma Pau locations.

“This has been a tremendous strain on the business,” Ma Pau said. It also said it appreciates the support of many customers “as it tries to keep paying the huge salary bill.” Ma Pau assured that it would continue to make this sacrifice “in such hard economic times and will continue to be part of the community until it has no money left.” Noting that “most members club workers come from underprivileged areas and that they are an example to others in their areas to work hard and honestly,” Ma Pau said it will continue to support communities with its charitable interventions, as its employees are from these communities.