Police have taken four youths into custody after a break-in at Lake Macquarie club.
Police say a Ford Falcon was stolen from a Windale address just before 10.30 last night with five youths taking off on a joy ride.
Then just before 3am, the intruder alarm was activated at the Windale Gateshead Bowling Club in Lake Street.
Police were quickly on scene and arrested four of the five youths aged between 12 and 16.
It's alleged they stole charity tins from the club.
The boys are currently assisting police with their inquiries.
