Australian Casinos
Treasury casino offers a variety of gambling games including Treasury Wheel (Australian Big Six wheel), Blackjack, mini Baccarat (card game), Treasury 21 (a variant of Spanish 21), Caribbean Stud Poker, roulette, craps, 3-card and of course Poker and slot machines. Treasury casino also houses a hotel, five restaurants, seven bars, and a nightclub. Blackjack is the most well-known game in the casino and is played around the world. It remains one of the most popular table games in any casino. Everyone at the table plays against the dealer. When dealt 2 cards of the same value, players may split the pair to become separate hands and receive additional cards on each hand. At most casinos, the player must stand after splitting aces. The 1992 edition of Basic Blackjack by Stanford Wong also addresses this rule, but not the 1995 edition. In the 1992 edition Wong says that the rule was offered at the old Treasury Casino in Las Vegas, which was renamed the San Remo in 1989, and later become Hooters. Treasury Casino Moving, three rivers casino brunch, little white chapel las vegas, american beauty hsrley poker chips.
Editor Note: This page is for historical purposes only. Last update1999. Link update 07/26/2018.
By Mike Van Emmerik
See also my general Blackjack Notes, BlackjackConditions in Australia, and Blackjack Tournaments in Australia.
This information is compiled from casino brochures and the like. Clickon the smallimages to see a larger image.
Quick index:
- Adelaide Casino; official page
- Burswood Casino (Perth); official
- Christmas Island Casino(closed)
- Crown Casino (Melbourne); http://www.crownltd.com.au official page
- MGM Grand Casino (Darwin);
- Jupiters Casino (Gold Coast); http://www.webcom.com/~castaway/gold_coast/ooljupiters.html official, http://www.broflo.com.au/cj.html ATA
- Lasseter's Reef Casino (Alice Springs); official page
- Launceston Country Club (Tasmania);
- Reef Casino (Cairns); http://www.internetnorth.com.au/reefcasino/casino.html official page.
- Sheraton Townsville (formerly Breakwater); http://www.sheratontownsville.com.au official
- Star City (Sydney); http://www.sydneycasino.com official page
- Treasury Casino (Brisbane); http://www.qttc.com.au/pfm/sites/0000977/main.htm QTTCpages
- Wrest Point Casino (Hobart); official
Jupiters Casino (1800 074-888 or +61 7 5592 8282)
Hotel Conrad and Jupiters Casino are located on a small island (BroadbeachIsland), GoldCoast Highway, Broadbeach. Jupiters is Australia's thirdlargest casino, with about 110tables (including about 20 roulettetables) and some 1000machines, attracting 16,000 visitors per day. Theyhave one bank of 20c progressive jackpotvideo poker,down from four banks a year ago.
Jupiters has a sumptuous high rollers club called 'Club Conrad', withplushmarble and thickly carpeted stairs. Bets per play range from $50to thousands.
Jupitersruns several blackjack tournamentsevery year.I entered the 'War of Nerves' tournament for the first time in July1995,and the Ultimate Challenge in November 1995. In both cases, I came secondin the firstheat, and first in the second heat, and bombed out in thesemi final. I would be interestedin hearing from other tournament players,and any information about tournaments offered byother casinos.
In October 1998, Jupiters revamped its international showroom. The seatingis now morelike that of a cinema. The first show in the new format iscalled 'Inneuvre', andI found it stunning. It is a mixture of dance, trapezeartists, music, gymnastics, andmore. Box office: (07) 5592 8303.
JupitersDumpsMore Video Poker!
January 1999: Jupiters has followed Treasury in dumping Video Poker.This time, it isone of the 20c bank that has disappeared from Jupiters.Two years ago, Jupiters had fourbanks of Video Poker; two of 20c and twodollar banks. Apparently, the Jupiters managementbelieve that people don'tnotice the fact that relatively good machines like Video Poker(approx.4% house edge, depending on the skill of the player) are being replacedby mindlessslot machines (house edge must be 10% or less by law; the vastmajority are set at over9%). 'No-one ever went broke relying on the stupidityof the customer' seems tobe the management strategy.
See also the http://www.webcom.com/~castaway/gold_coast/ooljupiters.html Castaway'sTravel page(with online reservations), http://www.broflo.com.au/cj.html Australian TravelAssociation page, and the http://www.ausinfo.com.au/golf/accommoarticle%20titled%20%3ca%20http://www.afr.com.au/content/970206/invest/invest5.html Table has turned for Jupiters.
Below: two views of Hotel Conrad and Jupiters Casino, and the entranceto Club Conrad.
Treasury Casino (1800 506-888 or +61 7 3306 8888)
The Conrad Treasury Casino opened its doors in April 1995. It is housedin the oldTreasury building, George Street Brisbane, near the Victoriabridge. The operators, ConradHilton, have refurbished the building, andare supposed to have made the casino fit intothe feel and style of thebuilding. To my mind, they have only partly succeeded, since thenoise,smoke and vibrant colour of the casino just seem to clash with the charmandcharacter of the building. (I don't even especially like old buildings!)That said, andgiven what they had to work with, its not too bad. I guessit was the cheapest option forthe government, stuck with a building onthe heritage list.
Treasury has about 100 gaming tables (including about 45 blackjack and20 roulette tables) and some 1150 gaming machines,split over twofloors (plus VIP and invitation only areas on upper floors),after the recent remodelling.It attracts some 12,000 visitors per day.They now have no Video Pokerat all. The nearbyLands Administration building (of similar vintage, early 20thcentury)has been converted into the Conrad International Hotel.
The vast majority of machines include note acceptors now.
Goodbye,Treasury!
The end of 1998 brought the end of an era: thelast clunky $1Video Poker machines were removed.With them has gone thelast reason for me to visitTreasury, so it's goodbye. When Treasury opened,there were three banks of video pokermachines (well, four, but two sharedthe same jackpot). These were the only machines in thecasino where anyskill was involved. Now, almost all the machines are of 5cdenomination(but you can play tens or even hundreds of credits each game), allessentiallythe same, and all made by Aristocrat. I estimate that less than 5% ofthemachines at Treasury are by any company other than Aristocrat. They sureseem to be theflavour of the year.
I really feel that Treasury has made a big businessmistake here.Everybody identifies with Draw Poker; everyone knows aboutJacks, Aces, and Diamonds;playing cards have been around for at least200 years. Incredibly, Treasury have apparentlynot explored the optionof mutli-game machines. They even had a few multigame machines, andonlyloaded one game on them. If it is true that more people prefer the fancynew games,then why not bring out machines that have fancy games and traditionalpoker games in onemachine? Poker players will appreciate the updated machineswith note acceptors and sharpscreens (Treasury had allowed the Draw Pokermachines to deteriorate for a year or more),and they can still have theextra revenue from the new games, that are supposedly betterfor the casino'sprofits. Personally, I think that the machines would still have to belinkedto a progressive jackpot meter to achieve the same following as the 20cDraw Pokermachines had. Treasury already have a bank of mixed machinesconnected to a progressivejackpot, so it is obviously achievable.
ConradInternational Hotel(1800 506 888 or +61 7 3306 8886) is located just acrossQueens Park from the TreasuryCasino.
Here is a map of the two buildings.
See also the QTTCpage.
Casino RewardsTM
This isthename of the slot club for Jupiters and Treasury; it supersedes theold Jupiters andTreasury player cards. The same cards are used to ratetable play; you hand your card tothe floor manager when starting tableplay. Gaming machine play earns 'bonusdollars' that can be redeemed forcash or meals, gift shop item, etc. Note thatrewards for table play, whilebased on action, is at the discretion of the floor persons.Although theyuse your Casino Rewards card to identify you and keep track of yourcomplimentaries,table and machine rewards are separate. Exceptional machine play mayearncomplimentaries in addition to bonus dollars. There are three levels ofthe card:white, silver, and gold. The gold card includes 5 nights peryear of free accommodation, ameal and gift on your birthday, show tickets,access to Club Conrad facilities, and so on.
The casinos seem reluctant to publish the rate at which machine playearns bonusdollars. From observations and experiments, it seems that thewhite card (and the oldplayers cards) earned 0.5% of action, so for every$2 wagered, you earned one bonus cent.The silver and gold cards claiman extra 20% over the white card, and indeed it seems thatthese cardsearn 0.6% of action. This is good, and compares with the best of Las Vegas.Itis easy to get a silver card: you just need to earn 30 bonus dollars;gold cards are muchharder: you need 1100 bonus dollars in a 12 month period.Thus, you need about $183,000 ofmachine action in one year to rate a goldcard. (Note: you don't have to spend that much,just put that much intoaction! This would cost the typical (non expert) player about$15,000).So gold cards are for very serious players! However, the expert videopoker player could earn a gold card in about 3 royal flushcycles (20cmachines), or just over one royal cycle ($1 machines).
The Reef Hotel Casino +61 70 308 888
The Reef Hotel Casino comprises a 128 suite hotel, two restaurants, brasserie,coffeeshop, rooftop cafe, three bars and a nightclub with lush tropicalgardens, swimming pool,and private fitness centre. It attracts some 4000visitors per day. The casino is ofmoderate size, with 540 gaming machinesand 50 gaming tables.
The Reef casino is in financial trouble. As of late April 1997, the Australian TourismGroup and Malaysian casino operator Metroplex, are tobuy its licence from Casinos Austriaand inject $40M into the project.This is likely to satisfy the bankers. The Australian Financial Review newspaper has an articletitled http://www.afr.com.au/content/970303/invest/invest4.html Reefon a losingStreak.
Treasury Casino Blackjack Minimum Rules
As of July 1997, the new owners are taking over; shares bottomed recentlyat 10c each(down 90%). Hopefully, things will improve from here on.
See also the http://www.internetnorth.com.au/reefcasino/casino.html official page.
Sheraton Townsville Casino (1800 800-871 or +6177 222 333)
Sheraton Townsville hosts regular high stakes blackjacktournaments.It is the smallest of Queensland's casinos, with about32 tables and 274 gaming machines.They have $1 and $2 progressive jackpotvideo poker.
December 1997 saw a $12M refurbishment, with new restaurants, bars,air conditioning andair quality systems, and a TAB. It is now claimedto be the first fully themed casino inAustralia. The new Stateroom isa plush room with higher minimums and a higher dress codethan the generalcasino (but it's open to everyone).
More gaming machines are on the way. Personally, I hope that the trendtowards'random cash jackpots' does not catch on. That's because I enjoyplaying with anadvantage, and it doesn't cost the house anything. Witha random jackpot, you never know ifyou are playing with an advantage.A few high jackpots in a row could cost the housedearly, and they areunattractive to the smarter player (who makes just as much, perhapsmore,as regular players).
Sheraton Townsville attracts some 2000 visitors per day. See also the http://www.sheratontownsville.com.au official page.
Star City (1800 700-700 or +61 2 9657 8393; info1300 300-711)
Australia's newest casino, 'Star City', opened on the 26th of November,1997.It has over 200 tables, 1500 gaming machines, and a large sportslounge. There is parkingfor 2500 cars. It is a pretty casino, with manyAustralian themed areas (e.g. Reef, Desert,Tree, etc). It is located inthe foreshore of Sydney Harbour. They have 2 aquariumstotalling 50,000litres of sea water that they claim will establish to a genuine coralecosystemby about mid 1998.
Despite the 1500 gaming machines, the only videopokeravailable (as of December 1997) is called 'Wild Card', availableonly on some $1'MultiStar' machines. It is a weird variation on standardJoker Wild VP, similarto a game that you can play in pubs throughout thestate. Video Poker Tutor gives a returnfor this game (playing 10 coins,or $10 per play) of under 93.6%! None of the other machinegames have progressivejackpots, and most 10c games appear to have a return in the very low90s(e.g. 'Penguin Pays' is 90.4%). All slot machines have note acceptors.Mostmachines are of 10c, 5c, or $1 denomination, with just two busy banksof 2c machines.
Onmy last visit, I saw no Keno, but all the usual table games werethere,including 'Let it Ride', 'Caribbean Stud', and 'Pai GowPoker', all withhigh minimums (all Caribbean Stud that I saw were at least $15). Mosttableshave easily seen signs showing the table minimum; you need this to findyour wayaround. All tables were open, and conditions were already quitecrowded, on a Saturdayafternoon. The 'Coral Room' opens in busier times,and is totally non smoking. Ithas about 50 games of various denomination,a handful of 2c and 5c slot machines, and ahigher dress code than therest of the casino. Ideal for players trying to escape the smokeand someof the bustle of the main gaming area.
See also http://www.starcity.com.au (nothing about thenew casino yet), and the http://www.sofcom.com.au/sydney/Page3.html SydneyEntertainmentand Events page.
Canberra Casino (1800 806-833 or +61 6 257 7074)
Canberra Casino offers world class pokertournaments.Unusually, the Canberra casino has no gaming machines;ideal for serious table players whohate the slot machine noise. However,they are expecting gaming machines soon.
Crown Casino (+61 3 9292 8888; hotel 1800 818 088)
The Crown casino opened on the 9th May 1997. It is the largest in the world(measured bynumber of gaming tables), with 350 tables and 2500 machines.Some of the features of theSouthbank Complex:
- 500 room five star hotel (planned expansion up to 1,000 rooms in stage2 by 1999)
- One of Australia's largest ballroom/convention centres
- 30 meeting rooms
- 46 restaurants
- Lyric theatre (another to open in 1998)
- 14 Village cinemas
- Planet Hollywood as well as numerous restaurants, bars and specialty shops
- Fully serviced gym, tennis courts and 25m pool
- Underground parking for 5,600 cars
The 8000 staff includes 2500 croupiers, 2000 restaurant staff, 500 hotelstaff (900 withthe second tower), and 200 security staff. The casino areaconsists of 8 gaming rooms, andincludes the Sports casino, hot-pink VelvetBar, Asian-themed Diamond Room, the Monte CarloRoom and the Rio Carnevale. Wynn casino everett ma jobs hiring.
The Las Vegas Room has 21 tables of live poker. Games spread daily:
This isthename of the slot club for Jupiters and Treasury; it supersedes theold Jupiters andTreasury player cards. The same cards are used to ratetable play; you hand your card tothe floor manager when starting tableplay. Gaming machine play earns 'bonusdollars' that can be redeemed forcash or meals, gift shop item, etc. Note thatrewards for table play, whilebased on action, is at the discretion of the floor persons.Although theyuse your Casino Rewards card to identify you and keep track of yourcomplimentaries,table and machine rewards are separate. Exceptional machine play mayearncomplimentaries in addition to bonus dollars. There are three levels ofthe card:white, silver, and gold. The gold card includes 5 nights peryear of free accommodation, ameal and gift on your birthday, show tickets,access to Club Conrad facilities, and so on.
The casinos seem reluctant to publish the rate at which machine playearns bonusdollars. From observations and experiments, it seems that thewhite card (and the oldplayers cards) earned 0.5% of action, so for every$2 wagered, you earned one bonus cent.The silver and gold cards claiman extra 20% over the white card, and indeed it seems thatthese cardsearn 0.6% of action. This is good, and compares with the best of Las Vegas.Itis easy to get a silver card: you just need to earn 30 bonus dollars;gold cards are muchharder: you need 1100 bonus dollars in a 12 month period.Thus, you need about $183,000 ofmachine action in one year to rate a goldcard. (Note: you don't have to spend that much,just put that much intoaction! This would cost the typical (non expert) player about$15,000).So gold cards are for very serious players! However, the expert videopoker player could earn a gold card in about 3 royal flushcycles (20cmachines), or just over one royal cycle ($1 machines).
The Reef Hotel Casino +61 70 308 888
The Reef Hotel Casino comprises a 128 suite hotel, two restaurants, brasserie,coffeeshop, rooftop cafe, three bars and a nightclub with lush tropicalgardens, swimming pool,and private fitness centre. It attracts some 4000visitors per day. The casino is ofmoderate size, with 540 gaming machinesand 50 gaming tables.
The Reef casino is in financial trouble. As of late April 1997, the Australian TourismGroup and Malaysian casino operator Metroplex, are tobuy its licence from Casinos Austriaand inject $40M into the project.This is likely to satisfy the bankers. The Australian Financial Review newspaper has an articletitled http://www.afr.com.au/content/970303/invest/invest4.html Reefon a losingStreak.
Treasury Casino Blackjack Minimum Rules
As of July 1997, the new owners are taking over; shares bottomed recentlyat 10c each(down 90%). Hopefully, things will improve from here on.
See also the http://www.internetnorth.com.au/reefcasino/casino.html official page.
Sheraton Townsville Casino (1800 800-871 or +6177 222 333)
Sheraton Townsville hosts regular high stakes blackjacktournaments.It is the smallest of Queensland's casinos, with about32 tables and 274 gaming machines.They have $1 and $2 progressive jackpotvideo poker.
December 1997 saw a $12M refurbishment, with new restaurants, bars,air conditioning andair quality systems, and a TAB. It is now claimedto be the first fully themed casino inAustralia. The new Stateroom isa plush room with higher minimums and a higher dress codethan the generalcasino (but it's open to everyone).
More gaming machines are on the way. Personally, I hope that the trendtowards'random cash jackpots' does not catch on. That's because I enjoyplaying with anadvantage, and it doesn't cost the house anything. Witha random jackpot, you never know ifyou are playing with an advantage.A few high jackpots in a row could cost the housedearly, and they areunattractive to the smarter player (who makes just as much, perhapsmore,as regular players).
Sheraton Townsville attracts some 2000 visitors per day. See also the http://www.sheratontownsville.com.au official page.
Star City (1800 700-700 or +61 2 9657 8393; info1300 300-711)
Australia's newest casino, 'Star City', opened on the 26th of November,1997.It has over 200 tables, 1500 gaming machines, and a large sportslounge. There is parkingfor 2500 cars. It is a pretty casino, with manyAustralian themed areas (e.g. Reef, Desert,Tree, etc). It is located inthe foreshore of Sydney Harbour. They have 2 aquariumstotalling 50,000litres of sea water that they claim will establish to a genuine coralecosystemby about mid 1998.
Despite the 1500 gaming machines, the only videopokeravailable (as of December 1997) is called 'Wild Card', availableonly on some $1'MultiStar' machines. It is a weird variation on standardJoker Wild VP, similarto a game that you can play in pubs throughout thestate. Video Poker Tutor gives a returnfor this game (playing 10 coins,or $10 per play) of under 93.6%! None of the other machinegames have progressivejackpots, and most 10c games appear to have a return in the very low90s(e.g. 'Penguin Pays' is 90.4%). All slot machines have note acceptors.Mostmachines are of 10c, 5c, or $1 denomination, with just two busy banksof 2c machines.
Onmy last visit, I saw no Keno, but all the usual table games werethere,including 'Let it Ride', 'Caribbean Stud', and 'Pai GowPoker', all withhigh minimums (all Caribbean Stud that I saw were at least $15). Mosttableshave easily seen signs showing the table minimum; you need this to findyour wayaround. All tables were open, and conditions were already quitecrowded, on a Saturdayafternoon. The 'Coral Room' opens in busier times,and is totally non smoking. Ithas about 50 games of various denomination,a handful of 2c and 5c slot machines, and ahigher dress code than therest of the casino. Ideal for players trying to escape the smokeand someof the bustle of the main gaming area.
See also http://www.starcity.com.au (nothing about thenew casino yet), and the http://www.sofcom.com.au/sydney/Page3.html SydneyEntertainmentand Events page.
Canberra Casino (1800 806-833 or +61 6 257 7074)
Canberra Casino offers world class pokertournaments.Unusually, the Canberra casino has no gaming machines;ideal for serious table players whohate the slot machine noise. However,they are expecting gaming machines soon.
Crown Casino (+61 3 9292 8888; hotel 1800 818 088)
The Crown casino opened on the 9th May 1997. It is the largest in the world(measured bynumber of gaming tables), with 350 tables and 2500 machines.Some of the features of theSouthbank Complex:
- 500 room five star hotel (planned expansion up to 1,000 rooms in stage2 by 1999)
- One of Australia's largest ballroom/convention centres
- 30 meeting rooms
- 46 restaurants
- Lyric theatre (another to open in 1998)
- 14 Village cinemas
- Planet Hollywood as well as numerous restaurants, bars and specialty shops
- Fully serviced gym, tennis courts and 25m pool
- Underground parking for 5,600 cars
The 8000 staff includes 2500 croupiers, 2000 restaurant staff, 500 hotelstaff (900 withthe second tower), and 200 security staff. The casino areaconsists of 8 gaming rooms, andincludes the Sports casino, hot-pink VelvetBar, Asian-themed Diamond Room, the Monte CarloRoom and the Rio Carnevale. Wynn casino everett ma jobs hiring.
The Las Vegas Room has 21 tables of live poker. Games spread daily:
- Draw Poker
- Draw Poker with a kitty hand
- 5 Card Stud
- Crown Stud (5 Card stud with the last card dealt face down)
- 7 Card Stud
- Manilla
- Hold-em
- For high limit players: Omaha and Omaha High-Low with a Qualifier.
All games will be structured limit and for the higher stakes players potlimit will beavailable on request. Crown are running some poker tournamentsnow; see my tournament page for details.
See also the http://www.crownltd.com.au Crown web page, not to be confusedwith the American http://www.crowncasino.comCrownCasino Corporation page.
Visitor numbers are expected to climb to well over 25,000 per day. Itis already quitecrowded at peak times.
Wrest Point Casino (1800 030 655 or +61 02 250112)
Wrest Point was Australia's first casino, having opened on 10th February,1973. It has33 gaming tables and over 490 machines, and the hotel has278 rooms. It has its own web page.Wrest point hosts regular high stakes blackjacktournaments.
Burswood Casino (+61 8 9362 7777)
The Burswood Casino in Perth, West Australia. It attracts around 9000 visitorsper day,and has over 1000 gaming machines. The hotel has 414 rooms.
Burswood offers live poker. The available games are:
- Draw/Ante Poker
- 5 Card Stud
- 7 Card Stud
- Burswood Manilla (Ante)
- Manilla (One blind)
Brisbane Casino Blackjack Minimum
Burswoodhas its own web page.
Adelaide Casino (+61 8 212 2811)
Adelaide Casino is housed in an elegant old building in the heart of theAdelaideCentral Business District. To my mind, they have done a betterjob installing a casino inthis sort of building than have Treasury. Theyhave 80 tables; all the usual games areoffered, plus live poker. Thereare around 800 gaming machines, and a thing called'Royal Ascot' that isan electronic horse race.
They have a blackjack side bet called 'DollarSevens', which is a bit differentfrom similar side bets in other casinos. The paytable is: 2 unsuited 7'spays 50 to 1; 2 suited 7's pays 150 to 1; 3 unsuited 7's pays 500to 1,and 3 suited 7's pays 7,770 to 1. In addition, the three suited sevensqualifies forfree entry into the BlackjackDollar Sevens Tournament,run approximately every 90 days. Adelaidecasino also offers poker tournaments.Adelaide casino now has its ownwebpage.
Christmas Island Casino
Christmas Island is an Australian Territory, not on the Australian continent.In fact,it lies approximately 3300km northwest of Perth. The casino therewas closed in June1998, with unpaid staff causing a riot.
Other Sources of Information
For international casino information, see this section of RollingGood Times Online,or CasinoCity.
The http://www2.eis.net.au/~qogr/QOGR6.HTM Queensland Officeof Gaming Regulationis now online; it has some fascinating informationabout setting up a casino in Queensland,and some statistics of revenue.
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Australia, South Pacific land casinos listed by area: (In the Australian casino listings, gaming times, type of games, minimum bets, promotions, services, facilities etc., if shown, are indicative and may change.)
See useful information on Australia below on this page, at the end of the land casinos listing.
*AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
Canberra - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Canberra.
Casino Canberra,
Glebe Park, 21 Binara Street, Canberra City (behind the Crowne Plaza Hotel), Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia (mailing address: Casino Canberra, PO Box 262, Civic Square ACT 2608). Phone: +61 2 6257 7074, Fax: +61 2 6257 7079, Email: casino@casinocanberra.com.au, Website: www.casinocanberra.com.au
Location: Casino Canberra is located in on the eastern side of Canberra's CBD in Glebe Park and adjacent to the National Convention Centre.
Nearest Airport: Canberra International Airport (CBR)
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: A minimum dress standard of neat and clean casual attire
Opening Times: 7 days a week from 12 noon to 4am Sunday through to Thursday and 12 noon to 5.45am Friday and Saturday
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: Live table games: Roulette, Rapid Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Sic Bo, Mini Baccarat, Canberra Poker, Pai Gow, Money Wheel; Cardroom (Poker Lounge): Card Manila, Hold 'Em, Texas Omaha, 5/7 Card Stud, Draw Poker, Beginers Party Pit with low limit games, Tournaments; Other: TAB and Sports Betting Lounge
Facilities: Restaurant, 2 Bars, Promotions, Premium Player Room, Entertainment (Galaxy nightclub, every Saturday night from 9pm; Live music at the main bar every Friday and Saturday nights from 9pm), Travellers Cheque cashing facilities, ATM facilities, Sky channel, Parking (free parking at the Olympic Swimming Pool or paid parking under the National Convention Centre - free after 6pm if dining at the casino's restaurant)
Remarks: Casino Canberra offers its guests a number of exclusive packages to some of the best Hotels in Canberra. Casino Canberra is adjacent to the Crown Plaza Hotel Canberra and the Waldorf Apartment Hotel is just a 2 minute walk away. Most hotels in Canberra are no more than 10 or 15 minutes by car to the Casino. Evening diners at the casino's Grill Restaurant may also receive complimentary parking after 6pm by presenting their restaurant paid receipt and NCCC parking card to the Casino Guest Services Desk.
[April 2011 last update]
Casino medialive. *NEW SOUTH WALES
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Sydney - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Sydney.
Star City Hotel & Casino,
80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont, Sydney, New South Wales 2009, Australia. Phone: +61 2 9777 9000, Email: StarReservations@tabcorp.com.au, Website: www.starcity.com.au
Location: Star City is located on Darling Harbour overlooking the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Cockle Bay and the CBD.
Nearest Airport: Sydney Airport (SYD)
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Smart/Casual
Opening Times: 24 hours
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 1500 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines; Live table games (200): Roulette, Vegas Star Roulette, Blackjack, Aruze Blackjack, Caribbean Stud Poker, Three-Card Poker, Four-Card Poker, Texas Hold 'em Bonus Poker, Pai Gow, Baccarat, Craps, Pontoon, Sic Bo, Big Wheel; Other: TAB Sportsbet (Electronic Form sports betting, located in the Sports Theatre & Bar on the Main Gaming Floor), Keno (daily 9am - 2am, located in the Sports Theatre & Bar on the Main Gaming Floor)
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, Private gaming room (the Sovereign Room, admission by invitation only, application form for access can be obtained at reception, smart dress code), Promotions, Hotel facilities
Remarks: Star City Hotel & Casino is the only casino in New South Wales. It is owned and operated by Tabcorp Holdings Limited, one of Australia's largest entertainment and leisure companies. Star City Hotel & Casino includes a 480-room hotel, a 2000-seat theatre, six restaurants and eight bars.
[April 2011 last update]
*NORTHERN TERRITORY
Alice Springs - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Alice Springs.
Lasseters Hotel Casino,
93 Barrett Drive, Alice Springs, Northern Territory 0870, Australia. Phone: +61 8 8950 7777, Toll Free: (800) 808-975, Fax: +61 8 8953 1680, Website: www.lhc.com.au
Location: Lasseters Hotel Casino is located in Alice Springs in the centre of Australia, 1.5km from the central business district. It sits on the banks of the Todd River and is framed by the MacDonnell Ranges.
Nearest Airport: Alice Springs Airport (ASP), 18km
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Smart/Casual
Opening Times: Daily 10am to 2am
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 300 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines, Touchbet Roulette; Live table games (17): American Roulette, Blackjack, Texas Hold'em Poker, Big Six, Baccarat, Craps, Caribbean Stud, Pontoon; Other: TAB facilities (located in The Sports Lounge offering all the racing action from Australian and International racing meetings and also caters for wagers on major sporting events), NT Keno (games are played with eighty numbered balls and twenty balls are drawn each game. Lasseters is linked to the NT Keno network and the winning numbers are shown on Lasseters displays.)
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, Sports lounge, Promotions, Hotel facilities
Remarks: Lasseters Hotel Casino is the premier entertainment facility in Alice Springs offering guests 140 deluxe style accommodation rooms, at 4 1/2 star rating (AAA tourism rated). The venue has four restaurants, two bars, a sports lounge, a night club, a casino and adjoins the Alice Springs Convention Centre. Originally constructed in 1981, Lasseters Hotel Casino opened as a country club, it was sold and became Diamond Springs Casino, which was again sold in 1986 to become Lasseters Hotel Casino.
[May 2011 last update]
Darwin - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Darwin.
SKYCITY Darwin Resort & Casino (formerly MGM Grand Darwin),
Gilruth Avenue, Mindil Beach, Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. Phone: +61 8 8943 8888, Casino fax: +61 8 8946 9777, Hotel fax: +61 8 8943 8999, Email: admin@skycitydarwin.com.au, Website: www.skycitydarwin.com.au
Location: SKYCITY Darwin Resort & Casino is situated next door to the Mindil Beach Markets and only moments from the CBD.
Nearest Airport: Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Neat and tidy attire (including proper footwear).
Opening Times: Slots 24 hours, Table games from 12 noon
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 500 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines; Live table games (17): American Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Caribbean Stud Poker, Perfect Pairs, Money Wheel, Two Up Dice, Casino War; Cardroom: Texas Hold'em Poker, Tournaments; Other: TAB facilities, NT Keno
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, VIP gaming room, Promotions, Resort and hotel facilities
Remarks: SKYCITY Darwin Resort & Casino is a total experience with first class boutique style accommodation, world class gaming facilities, premier dining and luxury amenities as well as conference, banquet and entertainment facilities.
[May 2011 last update]
*QUEENSLAND
Brisbane - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Brisbane.
Treasury Hotel & Casino,
Top of the Queen Street Mall, Brisbane, Queensland 4000, Australia. Phone: +61 7 3306 8888, Email: brtcswitchboard@tabcorp.com.au, Website: www.treasurybrisbane.com.au
Location: Treasury Hotel & Casino, Brisbane is at the top of the Queen Street Mall. The main access points are from the Queen Street Mall and from Elizabeth Street. Treasury Casino and Hotel sits right next to the banks of the Brisbane River and is a short stroll from the North Quay ferry stops.
Nearest Airport: Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Smart/Casual
Opening Times: 24 hours
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 1300 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines, Touchbet Roulette; Live table games (60): Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Craps, Caribbean Stud Poker, Texas Hold'em Poker, Sic Bo, Mini Baccarat, Jupiters 21, Treasury Wheel
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, 2 Private gaming rooms (Treasury Gold Suite and The Club), Promotions, Hotel facilities
Remarks: Treasury Hotel & Casino, Brisbane opened in 1995 and plays an important part in entertaining visitors as well as residents of Brisbane. Treasury Casino & Hotel has undercover parking which is accessed via the George Streeet entrance located next to Queens Park.
[April 2011 last update]
Broadbeach - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Broadbeach.
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Jupiters Broadbeach Hotel & Casino,
Broadbeach Island, Gold Coast, Queensland 4218, Australia. Phone: +61 7 5592 8100, Email: jupitersgc@tabcorp.com.au, Website: www.jupitersgoldcoast.com.au
Location: Jupiters Broadbeach Hotel and Casino is situated on Broadbeach Island, in the heart of Queensland's famous Gold Coast.
Nearest Airport: Gold Coast Airport also called Coolangatta Airport (OOL), 20 minutes drive; Brisbane Airport (BNE), 1 hour drive
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Smart/Casual (The overall appearance must be neat, clean and tidy. See Jupiters website for details.)
Opening Times: 24 hours
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 1400 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines; Live table games (70): Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Texas Hold'em Poker, Sic Bo, Mini Baccarat, Jupiters 21
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, 2 Private gaming rooms (Jupiters Gold Suite and The Club), Promotions, Hotel facilities
Remarks: Jupiters Broadbeach Hotel & Casino have coach services, limousines and buses providing transfers from Coolangatta and Brisbane Airports. A private shuttle service is also available from Brisbane Airport. Free public parking is available on all levels of the car park, and valet parking is also available at a nominal cost.
[April 2011 last update]
Cairns - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Cairns.
The Reef Hotel Casino,
35-41 Wharf Street, (PO Box 7320), Cairns, Queensland 4870, Australia. Phone: +61 (0) 7 4030-8888, +61 (0) 7 4030 8813, Toll Free (within Australia): 1800 808 883, Fax: +61 (0) 7 4030 8838, Website: www.reefcasino.com.au
Location: SKYCITY Darwin Resort & Casino is situated next door to the Mindil Beach Markets and only moments from the CBD.
Nearest Airport: Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Neat, clean attire and suitable footwear must be worn at all times
Opening Times: Sunday to Thursday 9am to 3am, Friday and Saturday 9am to 5am
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 500 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines; Live table games: American Roulette, Blackjack, Mini / Midi Baccarat, Reef Routine, Paradise Pontoon, Sic-Bo, Money Wheel; Cardroom: Texas Hold'em Poker, Tournaments; Other: TAB facilities (in the Casino Sportz Arena), NT Keno
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, VIP gaming room (Club Privé, free membership, offering premium player gaming on blackjack, roulette and baccarat, a bar and dining area with complimentary drinks and meals for club members), Promotions, Designated outdoor smoking areas, Hotel facilities
Remarks: The Reef Hotel Casino complex boasts one of Australia's finest boutique Casinos, several dining experiences and bars, conference and banqueting facilities, elite entertainment in Vertigo and the Casino Sportz Arena, 320 on site undercover car parks plus the luxurious five star Pullman Hotel.
[May 2011 last update]
Loganholme - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Loganholme.
Fitzy's Loganholme,
Bryants Rd & Pacific Hwy, Loganholme, QLD 4127, Australia. Phone: +61 07 3209 8022, Fax: +61 07 3801 2174, Website: www.fitzys.com.au/loganholme
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Casual
Opening Times: Daily 10am to 3.30am, Monday & Tuesday to 12.30am
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 40 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines; Other: TAB facilities, NT Keno
Facilities: Restaurant, Sports bar, Entertainment
[May 2011 last update]
Townsville - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Townsville.
Jupiters Townsville Hotel & Casino,
Sir Leslie Thiess Drive, Townsville, Queensland 4810, Australia. Phone: +61 7 4722 2333, Email: TSVLinfo@tabcorp.com.au, Website: www.jupiterstownsville.com.au
Location: Jupiters Townsville Hotel & Casino is located on the Townsville breakwater and overlooks Magnetic Island, the Coral Sea and Townsville City. The property is within walking distance of the Magnetic Island Ferry terminal, the CBD, and the restaurant precincts of Palmer Street and Flinders Street.
Nearest Airport: Townsville Airport (TSV)
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Smart/Casual (The overall appearance must be neat, clean and tidy. See Jupiters website for details.)
Opening Times: Daily 10am to 2am, Weekend 24 hours 10am Friday to 2am Monday
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 320 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines, Touchbet Roulette; Live table games (20): Roulette, Blackjack, Baccarat, Caribbean Stud Poker, Texas Hold'em Poker, Mini Baccarat, Jupiters Pontoon, Jupiters Wheel
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, Private gaming room, Promotions, Hotel facilities
Remarks: Jupiters Townsville Hotel & Casino is a short stroll to Reef HQ Aquarium, Museum of Tropical Queensland, the Cultural Centre, shopping malls and Townsville's beachfront, The Strand. The hotel has been refurbished and is the only AAA rated 4 1/2 stars property in Townsville.
[April 2011 last update]
Waterford - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Waterford.
Fitzy's Waterford,
24-34 Albert St., Waterford, QLD 4133, Australia. Phone: +61 07 3200 5301, Fax: +61 07 3200 6937, Website: www.fitzys.com.au/waterford
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Casual
Opening Times: Daily 10am to 2.30am, Sunday to 12.30am
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 40 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines; Other: TAB facilities, NT Keno
Facilities: Restaurant, Sports bar, Entertainment
[May 2011 last update]
*SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Adelaide - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Adelaide.
Adelaide Casino (formerly Sky City Adelaide),
North Terrace, Adelaide, South Australia 5001, Australia. Phone: +61 8 8212 2811, Fax: +61 8 8218 4150, Website: www.adelaidecasino.com.au
Location: Adelaide Casino is located in the Adelaide's city centre, above the Railway Station on North Terrace.
Nearest Airport: Adelaide Airport (ADL), 15 minutes drive
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Neat and tidy attire
Opening Times: 24 hours
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 1000 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines, Vegas Star (electronic blackjack using individual terminals); Live table games (100): American Roulette, Rapid Roulette, Blackjack, Blackjack Switch, Baccarat, Caribbean Stud Poker, Texas Hold'em Bonus, Big Wheel, Casino War; Cardroom (Poker Zone): Texas Hold'em Poker, Omaha Poker, Tournaments
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, Casino buffet, VIP gaming room, Promotions, Parking (the Wilson car park, located on Hindley Street, is the nearest car park, which is one road parallel to the casino)
Remarks: Adelaide Casino is a large entertainment complex, which spans four floors in the historic building above the Railway Station. Adelaide Casino is South Australia's most popular entertainment destination. Adelaide Casino offers two luxurious packages for guests to enjoy, both featuring 5 star accommodation at the Adelaide Stamford Grand (see Adelaide Casino website for details: www.adelaidecasino.com.au).
[May 2011 last update]
*TASMANIA
Hobart - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Hobart.
Wrest Point Hotel Casino,
410 Sandy Bay Road, Sandy Bay 7005, Tasmania, Australia. Phone: +61 3 6225 7091, Toll free: 1800 703 006, Email: email@wrestpoint.com.au, Website: www.wrestpoint.com.au
Nearest Airport: Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Neat and tidy attire
Opening Times: Daily from 9am, Table games from 2pm
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 650 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines; Live table games (23): Roulette, Rapid Roulette, Blackjack, Federal Pontoon, Federal Baccarat, Money Wheel; Cardroom: Texas Hold'em Poker, Tournaments
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, VIP gaming room, Promotions, Hotel facilities
Remarks: Wrest Point Hotel Casino opened on February 10th 1973 and was Australia's first casino. Major developments since then have included the opening of the Conference Centre in March 1984 and the Boardwalk at Wrest Point in March 1996.
[May 2011 last update]
Prospect Vale - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Prospect Vale.
Country Club Tasmania,
Country Club Avenue, Prospect Vale, Tasmania 7250, Australia. Phone: +61 3 6335 5777, +61 3 6225 7092, Toll free: 1800 030 211, Website: www.countryclubtasmania.com.au
Location: Country Club Tasmania is located in parkland on the rural fringe of Launceston, northern Tasmania's major city, minutes from Launceston's CBD.
Nearest Airport: Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Neat and tidy attire
Opening Times: Daily 9:00am to 3:00am, Fri and Sat 9:00am to 4:00am
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 492 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines; Live table games (17): Roulette, Rapid Roulette, Blackjack, Pontoon, Money Wheel; Cardroom: Texas Hold'em Poker, Tournaments
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, Promotions, Hotel facilities
Remarks: Country Club Tasmania has Launceston's best venues for live entertainment, shows and events. The boutique casino features the latest gaming machines and popular table games. Country Club Tasmania has two gaming areas. The main casino holds all of our table games and a selection of gaming machines. Country Club Tasmania has a selection of great restaurants and bars, offering casual bistro-style meals, quick and inexpensive meals and fine dining.
[May 2011 last update]
*VICTORIA
Melbourne - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Melbourne.
Crown Casino,
Crown Entertainment Complex, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank 3006, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. Phone: +61 3 9292 8888, Hotel Reservations: +61 3 9292 6868, Website: www.crownltd.com.au
Nearest Airport: Melbourne Airport (MEL), 35 km
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: For the main areas of the casino, dress is neat casual. Call Crown's Customer Information Centre on+61 3 9292 5505 for further information.
Opening Times: 24 hours
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 2500 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines, Vegas Star Roulette (automatic touchbet roulette); Live table games (300): Roulette, Rapid Roulette, Blackjack, Caribbean Stud Poker, 3-card Poker, Craps, Baccarat, Sic Bo, Pai Gow, Big Wheel, Rapid Big Wheel, Pontoon Pandemonium, Casino War; Cardroom: Texas Hold'em Poker, Tournaments
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, VIP gaming, Promotions, Disabled facilities, Parking (two car parks, 5000 spaces), Hotel facilities
Remarks: Crown Casino is one of the largest gaming facilities in the Southern Hemisphere offering an array of gaming options. The main gaming floor of the Casino stretches for about half a kilometre and includes a series of smaller themed rooms. The Casino also boasts international sport on the largest sports screens in the Southern Hemisphere and a wide variety of restaurants and bars.
[May 2011 last update]
*WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Burswood - There is 1 listed land-based gambling casino in Burswood.
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Burswood Entertainment Complex, Casino & Hotel,
Great Eastern Highway, Burswood, Western Australia 6100. Phone: +61 8 9362 7777, Fax: +61 8 9362 8866, Email: enquiries@burswood.com.au, Website: www.burswood.com.au
Nearest Airport: Perth Airport (PER)
Minimum Gaming Age: 18
Entrance Fee: Free
ID/Passport: Required
Dress Code: Smart casual
Opening Times: 24 hours (whilst the majority of table games are available 24 hours, some may only operate at specific times. For further information about the opening times of games, call +61 8 9362 7622)
Gaming Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Games to play: 1300 Jackpot Slots/Video Machines; Live table games (122): Roulette, Rapid Roulette, Blackjack, Caribbean Stud Poker, Baccarat, Rapid Baccarat, Pai Gow Dominoes, Money Wheel, Rapid Big Wheel, Casino War, Two-Up; Cardroom (12 tables): Texas Hold'em Poker, Tournaments
Facilities: Restaurants, Bars, VIP gaming, Promotions, Hotel facilities
Remarks: Burswood Entertainment Complex, officially opened in 1985, is only minutes from the Perth CBD and both domestic and international airports. It is a fully-integrated entertainment precinct that is renowned for its world-class facilities and luxury accommodation.
[May 2011 last update]
Useful information on Australia
General: Australia is a country in the Southern Hemisphere between the Pacific Ocean and the Indian Ocean, comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania and numerous smaller islands in the Pacific Ocean and Indian Ocean. Its official name is the Commonwealth of Australia. Australia is the sixth biggest country in the world by landmass. 22 million people live in Australia. About 60% live in and around the mainland state capitals of Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Adelaide. Australia's capital city is Canberra, in the Australian Capital Territory. Although Canberra is the capital of Australia, it is relatively small in population. The continent of Australia and the islands of New Zealand are called Australasia, and together with the islands nearby, Oceania. International telephone country code: +61, Internet country code: .au, Electricity voltage: 240V frequency 50 Hz, Electrical outlet: standard 3-pin, Three time zones:
- Eastern Standard Time (EST) GMT +10: in New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Victoria, Tasmania and Queensland
- Central Standard Time (CST) GMT +9.30: in South Australia and Northern Territory
- Western Standard Time (WST) GMT +8: in Western Australia
Australian states except Northern Territory and Western Australia and Queensland have daylight saving during the summer months.
Languages: Australia has no official language and no declared national language. English is the default language throughout the country. CIA World Factbook (cia.gov) shows that 78.5% of Australians speak English and then Italian, Greek, Cantonese, Arabic, Mandarin and Vietnamese, in that order, are the other widely spoken languages. There are many remaining Aboriginal languages spoken by the Indigenous people. Sydney is Australia's most multicultural city, closely followed by Melbourne. Sydney and Melbourne are home to around 65 per cent of all non-English speaking migrants, who together speak some 240 foreign languages. Australian English is similar to British English. In everyday use, many words have a completely different meaning in Australia than they do in other English-speaking countries. Australians often cannot decide whether to use American or British spelling, e.g. program/programme, labor/labour, etc., and consequently you will find both in use. Everything is abbreviated in Australia, often by shortening any word with more than two syllables and adding a suffix e, o, i, ie or y (Ex. Aussie for Australian, reffo for refugee, footy for football).
Climate: The climate of Australia varies widely, but by far the largest part of Australia is desert or semi-arid. The weather can range from below zero temperatures in the Snowy Mountains to intolerable heat in the north-west. It is considered to be one of the driest continents on earth. Being in the Southern Hemisphere its seasons are in reverse to Europe and America:
- Spring: September - November
- Summer: December - February
- Autumn: March - May
- Winter: June - August
Spring and Autumn have the nicest weather.
States, territories, major cities: The Commonwealth of Australia is a union of six states and various territories. The Australian mainland is made up of five states and two territories, with the sixth state of Tasmania being made up of islands. In addition, there are six island territories, known as external territories, and a claim to a territory in Antarctica. Australia's 6 states and 2 mainland territories, and their major cities (in brackets the capital city) are:
- New South Wales (Sydney): Wollongong, Newcastle, Griffith, Wagga Wagga, Dubbo, Albury, Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, Goulburn, Tamworth, Orange, Bathurst, Katoomba, Lithgow, Armidale, Queanbeyan
- Victoria (Melbourne): Wodonga, Wangaratta, Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo, Warrnambool, Swan Hill, Mildura
- Queensland (Brisbane): Cairns, Townsville, Mackay, Rockhampton, Bundaberg, Toowoomba, Gold Coast, Gladstone, Mount Isa, Caloundra, Ipswich, Maryborough
- South Australia (Adelaide): Port Augusta, Port Lincoln, Murray Bridge, Elizabeth, Mount Gambier, Whyalla, Port Pirie
- Western Australia (Perth): Fremantle, Bunbury, Mandurah, Rockingham, Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Albany, Geraldton
- Tasmania (Hobart): Launceston, Devonport
- Australian Capital Territory (Canberra)
- Northern Territory (Darwin): Alice Springs, Palmerston
Major airports:
- New South Wales: Sydney Airport (SYD)
- Victoria: Melbourne Airport (MEL)
- Queensland: Brisbane Airport (BNE), Cairns International Airport (CNS), Gold Coast Airport also called Coolangatta Airport (OOL), Townsville Airport (TSV)
- South Australia: Adelaide Airport (ADL)
- Western Australia: Perth Airport (PER)
- Tasmania: Hobart International Airport (HBA)
- Australian Capital Territory: Canberra International Airport (CBR)
- Northern Territory: Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Ports and terminals: Australia has many cruise ports and is home to five major general cargo ports, including the Port of Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Fremantle and Adelaide.
Taxis: There are metre-operated taxicabs in all major cities and towns. You can hail a taxi in the street or pick up one at a taxi rank at transport terminals, major hotels or shopping centres. Cabs have a light and sign on the roof to show they are available for service. There is a minimum 'Flagfall' charge, plus a charge for the distance/time travelled. Taxi drivers do not expect to receive a tip, but will appreciate it.
Currency: The Australian Dollar (AUD) is the currency in Australia, Canton and Enderbury Islands, Christmas Island, Cocos Islands (Keeling Islands), Heard and McDonald Islands, Kiribati, Nauru, Norfolk Island, and Tuvalu. The symbol for AUD can be written A$, Au$, $Au, Aud$, $Aud, Aus$, and $Aus. The Australian Dollar is divided into 100 cents. The approximate exchange rate on 29th March 2011 was: 1 Euro = 1.38 AUD, 1 US$ = 0.98 AUD, 1 GB£ = 1.56 AUD.
Money: Australia was the first country in the world to have bank notes made from plastic, which last much longer than conventional paper notes. Australia's currency comprises notes of 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100 Australian dollar denominations; and coins of 5, 10, 20 and 50 cent and one and two Australian dollar denominations. ATM cards can be used in Australia at ATM machines and at participating retail locations, so long as they have been enabled for international access. The most commonly accepted credit cards are American Express, Bankcard, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, MasterCard and Visa. You should cash travellers checks at banks or larger hotels as it may be difficult elsewhere. Banks will cash most travellers checks in various currencies.
Casinos: Most forms of gambling are legal in Australia and the activity is very popular. The available forms of gambling are: casino, sports betting (including horse racing and dog racing), lottery, keno, housie (the Australian version of bingo) and gaming machines (slots and videopoker) mostly found in pubs and clubs. The Casino Control Act of 2006 regulates all Australian casinos, and all games must be played in the manner approved by the gaming commission. Australia is home to a number of prestigious casinos offering exciting gaming, fine food, accommodation and top quality entertainment. Sydney is home to the highly esteemed Crown Casino and Star City Casino. The SKYCITY Entertainment Group, based in Auckland, is one of Australasia's leading gaming and entertainment companies, employing over 3,400 people in New Zealand and Australia. The SKYCITY group owns and operates casinos in Adelaide, Auckland, Darwin, Queenstown and Hamilton. To find about more about SKYCITY Entertainment Group, visit www.skycityentertainmentgroup.com. The minimum legal gambling age in Australia is 18.
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