The Star Brisbane Casino - Gaming Overview

The Casino Floor

We operate around the clock, every day of the week. The Star Brisbane Casino sits within the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct on William Street in the CBD, and it is currently the only licensed full-service casino in the city. Access to the gaming floor is limited to guests 18 years and over, in line with Queensland regulations, and our team will check ID at the entrance.

On the main floor we run traditional table games with experienced dealers alongside a full mix of electronic gaming, including dedicated zones such as Dragon Zone featuring Dragon Link Grand Jackpot and Sovereign featuring Dollar Storm Super Grand Jackpot. It is part of a larger integrated resort rather than a stand-alone gambling hall. That connection with hotels, dining and entertainment tends to change the feel of the place for a lot of people walking in for the first time.

Star Poker Room Brisbane

Our dedicated poker room runs seven days a week and spreads several no-limit hold’em stake levels. Cash games typically start rolling from midday. We also host tournaments and freezeout events across the week at different buy-in levels, with the latest schedules posted at the room itself.

Common stakes include multiple no-limit hold’em stake levels, available based on demand. Buy-in ranges and table structures can change from time to time, so it is always worth confirming the current details with the floor team before you sit down.

Rake details are subject to verification; confirm with floor team. For higher stakes players that cap is fairly competitive. At smaller limits the rake represents a larger slice of each pot, and high-hand promotions such as bad beat jackpots or royal flush bonuses are worth confirming with the floor team directly. Regular low-stakes players often factor that in when they think about long-term value.

One practical habit that helps almost everywhere: if you are new to the room, have a quick five-minute chat with the poker staff before you buy chips. Clarify the waiting list process, how long current waits are, and whether any structures or buy-ins have shifted recently so there are no surprises.

A simple way to get started in the poker room:

1. Arrive at The Star Brisbane Casino on William Street.
2. Show valid photo ID at the entrance to confirm you are 18 or over.
3. Make your way to the Star Poker Room on the casino floor.
4. Speak with the floor team about current games, stakes and seats.
5. Put your name on the waiting list or take a seat if one is open.
6. Confirm the buy-in range for the table you choose, then purchase chips.
7. Keep in mind rake details are confirmed with the floor team at all levels.

The Star Club Loyalty Program

Frequent visitors can enrol in The Star Club, our group-wide loyalty program operated by The Star Entertainment Group. Members earn Casino Dollars and tier points through play on the gaming floor, eligible hotel stays, and dining at participating venues within the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane precinct.

The Star App allows members to manage their membership on mobile devices, making it straightforward to track points and tier progress between visits.

Points earned at The Star Brisbane sit within a single account across the program. If you also visit The Star Sydney or The Star Gold Coast, your activity is consolidated, so progress on tiers and balances carries over between all three properties. Joining is free and handled on-site at Brisbane - you can simply visit The Star Club desk during your stay.

Queen’s Wharf Brisbane - The Precinct

The Star Brisbane Casino is the gaming focal point of Queen’s Wharf Brisbane, a large-scale riverfront development in the CBD. The precinct began its staged opening in August 2023 and continues to expand. Across the project there are four luxury hotels alongside restaurants, bars, entertainment spaces and retail.

On the accommodation side, The Star Grand Brisbane is our key hotel. It is located on William Street, Brisbane QLD 4000, rated 5-star, and offers multiple rooms with 24-hour reception. If you want to stay on-site and have quick access to the casino floor, this is the main option within the integrated resort.

Booking and staying at the precinct is straightforward:

1. Reserve a room at The Star Grand Brisbane via star.com.au/brisbane.
2. Check in at 33 William Street - reception operates 24 hours for arrivals.
3. From the hotel, access the casino floor directly within the resort.
4. Present your Star Club card to earn tier points on your room spend.
5. For restaurant openings or events, check @thestarbrisbane on Instagram.

Dining, Bars and Entertainment

Our precinct food and beverage offering runs from café-style venues and casual dining through to fine dining restaurants, with bars in both indoor and open-air spaces. Several outlets look over the Brisbane River from a garden-style outdoor setting, which gives the property a different feel compared to fully enclosed casino formats. The full dining directory is available at star.com.au/brisbane/eat-drink.

Entertainment is treated as a core part of the destination rather than something secondary. Live events and programmed performances take place throughout the precinct, with details updated on the official website and the @thestarbrisbane Instagram profile. Event formats, capacities and opening times do vary, so checking in advance usually saves time on the day.

About The Star Entertainment Group

The Star Brisbane Casino is owned and operated by The Star Entertainment Group Limited, which is currently Australia’s largest listed casino group. The same group also operates The Star Sydney in New South Wales and The Star Gold Coast in Queensland. Corporate and investor information is available at starentertainmentgroup.com.au.

The group was formerly known as Echo Entertainment Group. Our Brisbane property is the latest major development in the portfolio and reflects a significant commitment to Queensland’s tourism infrastructure. Queen’s Wharf Brisbane is the main growth platform for our operations in the state.

The Star Brisbane operates under Queensland’s gambling regulatory framework, supervised by the Queensland Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation. Compliance, licensing and probity obligations apply to all aspects of how we run the casino and related gaming services on site.

Responsible Gambling

Entry to gaming areas is restricted to guests 18 years of age and over. We offer several tools and support options: players can set limits on their play, request self-exclusion, or speak directly with our staff on the floor about responsible gambling measures at any time.

Gambling Help QLD can be reached on 1800 858 858. The service is free, confidential and operates 24 hours a day. GambleAware NSW provides support for New South Wales residents. We encourage all guests to treat gaming as a form of entertainment only, and to play within personal and financial limits.