Casino Canberra Australia - Gaming and Entertainment

The Only Casino in the ACT

We operate as the one and only licensed casino in the Australian Capital Territory. That is not a slogan, it is how the local framework is structured. Under the Casino Control Act 2006, and with direct oversight from the ACT Gambling and Racing Commission, Casino Canberra holds the sole approval to run casino table games in the territory. No other venue in the ACT is authorised to offer a full casino floor.

You will find us at 21 Binara Street, in the heart of Canberra’s CBD. The address sits close to major city routes, so getting here by bus, light rail connection, taxi, or rideshare is usually straightforward.

Our layout is different from what players often see in larger Australian casinos. There are no poker machines at all. The floor is built around live dealer tables and stadium-style electronic terminals. In industry terms, it is a European-style configuration, with table games as the core product rather than slots. The feel is a little quieter, more concentrated on the play at the tables than bright machines.

What Is On the Gaming Floor

On the main floor, we offer the classic table formats that are standard in European-style casinos. Blackjack, roulette, baccarat and a selection of poker variants sit in the regular mix. In practice, exact availability changes with day, session, and demand. If you are planning a visit around one specific game, industry practice - and our own recommendation - is to check the current schedule on casinocanberra.com.au or contact our team on +61 2 6243 3700 before you set out.

Poker operates on set schedules rather than running every single night. Table numbers are modest, reflecting the overall boutique scale of the property. For guests visiting primarily for poker, confirming the timings in advance is genuinely the safest approach so you do not arrive to a closed table.

Stadium gaming terminals are a feature some guests like to understand beforehand. You sit at your own terminal with a personal screen. Wagers are placed there, but a live dealer runs the game from a central table in real time. Every player at the stadium is betting into that same live game, with the same pace, but without crowding around the felt. It suits guests who want the live dealer interaction and rhythm, yet prefer a bit more privacy and space.

Across the floor, the gaming offer includes:

1. Live dealer tables for blackjack, roulette, baccarat and poker variants
2. Stadium gaming terminals linked to those same live games
3. Dedicated poker sessions run on a scheduled timetable
4. European-format roulette
5. Blackjack and baccarat variants on the main floor

One practical point that applies broadly across the casino industry: a short look at a venue’s site before your first visit tends to remove most surprises. A few minutes checking opening times, dress expectations, or current game mix can make arrival far smoother.

Infinity Rewards - How It Works

Infinity Rewards is our house loyalty program. It records eligible table play and converts that tracked activity into reward points. Those points can then be used in various parts of the venue - dining, bars, and selected event access, in line with the current program rules.

Getting started looks roughly like this:

Step 1 Go to casinocanberra.com.au and open the Infinity Rewards area
Step 2 Complete the registration form with your personal details
Step 3 Finalise the required identity check in line with ACT casino regulations
Step 4 Receive your Infinity Rewards card or digital login details
Step 5 Present your card or account each time before you start play on the floor
Step 6 Earn points as your table game activity is tracked during each visit
Step 7 Redeem through the online rewards portal or directly at the membership desk

Specific earn rates, status tiers and redemption rules sit behind the program and can change over time. We do not publish fixed numbers here for that reason. The membership team on site, or the official website, will always carry the current Infinity Rewards structure, and our staff will walk you through it if you prefer a direct explanation.

Planning Your First Visit

Our CBD position makes the venue easy to fold into a Canberra stay. Connections from most suburbs into the city centre are direct enough, and from the main transport stops you can usually walk to 21 Binara Street in a few minutes.

The building is set up with disabled access. Guests with mobility needs or specific access requirements are encouraged to reach out in advance so we can confirm arrangements. It is better to clarify details before you arrive than adjust on the spot.

For a first visit, a simple sequence tends to work well:

1. Check the current gaming schedule and entertainment line-up under “What’s On” at casinocanberra.com.au.
2. Confirm the operating hours for the games or events you are actually planning to attend.
3. Contact us on +61 2 6243 3700 or via [email protected] if you have questions about access, group bookings, or timing.
4. Come to 21 Binara Street with valid photo identification that meets ACT standards.
5. If you have not already registered online, sign up for Infinity Rewards at the membership desk on arrival.
6. Move through to the gaming floor and select a table or stadium terminal that suits your style.
7. Use the bar and restaurant spaces between sessions rather than leaving the property, especially on colder Canberra nights.
8. Before heading out, look at the events calendar if you are thinking of returning for a live music evening or specific entertainment.

Alongside casual visits, we also host private functions and corporate events. Groups looking to reserve space, tailor a hospitality package, or integrate gaming into a broader function can arrange this by contacting us via the website or phone. As is normal in the industry, availability and configuration will depend on dates and group size, so earlier enquiries generally result in better options.

More Than Just the Gaming Floor

Our restaurant and bar operate in parallel with the gaming sessions and event program. That means you can eat and drink on-site without stepping outside between games or performances, which is a small but welcome detail in Canberra’s colder months.

Live music appears on selected nights as part of our entertainment schedule. The upcoming performances are listed under the events section at casinocanberra.com.au and updated on a regular basis. Guests coming primarily for music or socialising, rather than gaming, can stay within the bar and restaurant areas without moving onto the gaming floor.

You will also see a sports element in the venue’s official materials. The exact scope of that offer, and what is running at any given time, should be checked directly with our team, since availability can change with events and scheduling. If sport viewing or related activity is your main interest, a quick call before your visit typically avoids any mixed expectations.

Background on the Venue

Casino Canberra forms part of the IRIS Capital portfolio. Within that group, we are described as the first legal casino operation to open in Australia, linked to the ACT’s early decision to license a casino under a specific legislative framework. We have been operating under ACT jurisdiction for decades and remain, at present, the only casino licence holder in the territory.

This single-licence setting shapes how we position ourselves. In industry terms, we operate as a boutique, European-style casino with a clear regulatory profile rather than a large multi-licence complex. The absence of poker machines is not just a branding choice or marketing angle; it sits inside the regulatory conditions that apply to the property.

Casino Canberra appears in VisitCanberra resources and other travel directories alongside core city venues. With table games, dining, bar service, live entertainment and event facilities under one roof, we function as a multi-purpose CBD destination. It is accurate to say we are a broader entertainment venue with gaming, instead of a pure-play gambling facility with a few extras added on.