A manhunt is underway after a worker at the Tugun Bowls Club was threatened with a knife during a terrifying armed hold-up.

A man dressed in all black clothing entered the club along Kaleena Street just before 7.00pm on Sunday armed with the weapon.

A Queensland Police spokesperson said he allegedly threatened a male worker, demanding he hand over cash.

The employee complied, with the offender managing to get away with a sum of money.

Police conducted a search of the area but failed to locate the alleged thief who remains on the run.

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He is described as Caucasian in appearance, around 180cm tall, with a slim build and was wearing a black beanie, black jumper, and black pants.

Investigations are ongoing, with detectives appealing for anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.

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