Launceston Casino poker

APL tournaments and weekly schedule

We run regular poker tournaments in partnership with the Australian Poker League at Country Club Tasmania in Prospect Vale. Weekly events are shown on the APL schedule, with cards typically hitting the felt at 7pm. Late registration timing varies by event and should be checked against the current APL listing. Depending on the current series, you will see freezeouts, rebuy events and championship qualifiers rotating through the program.

APLPT festival series are listed on the APL platform and bring in players from across Tasmania and interstate. These multi-day stops include a main event, a mix of side tournaments and satellites feeding into headline runs. You can lock in a seat through the APL online platform, or register in person at our casino reception while the festival is underway. For those travelling in, accommodation bundles are often paired with tournament buy-ins for weekend stays.

Points earned in each event can contribute to APL league rankings. The APL uses a points system that contributes to state and national leaderboards. Season rankings decide who receives invitations to national championship stops, so regulars keep a close eye on their results across multiple weeks.

Cash games and table hours

Cash game availability and seating should be confirmed with the venue, as current public APL listings focus on tournament events. Table gaming hours should be confirmed directly with the venue before arrival. Entry to the gaming floor is restricted to guests who are 18 or over, and security will check a valid photo ID at the door every time.

On your first visit, you will need to register for a membership card at the main desk. After that, cash game seating is handled on a walk-in basis. Come to the poker desk when you arrive, add your name to the list, collect a pager if required or wait for a staff call when a seat opens. Limits are set with both casual players and more serious regulars in mind, and on peak nights we can support several tables running at once.

Blackjack operates on a similar timetable, which makes it easy to step away from poker for a short break. Our dealers rotate roughly every half hour to keep the pace even and the dealing clean.

Venue layout and gaming floors

Our casino footprint sits across two main floors, together with the Watergarden Gaming area inside the broader Country Club Tasmania complex. Poker tables are located on the primary gaming floor close to the blackjack area, but slightly removed from the pokies banks to keep tournament noise down. Player services and cashier windows are a short walk from the poker section.

Watergarden Gaming offers extended trading hours with electronic gaming machines, TAB sports betting terminals, TASkeno kiosks and a full bar with casual cafe seating. It works well as a spot to sit between tournament levels or while you are waiting to be called for a cash seat.

The resort-style setup means you can move between poker, an 18-hole golf course, on-site restaurants and accommodation without leaving the property. If you are driving up from Launceston CBD or flying in from interstate, call 1800 344 669 to arrange a room booking. During major poker festival periods, packages with gaming credits and dining vouchers are sometimes offered to poker guests.

Player requirements and access

To enter any gaming area you must show valid photo ID confirming you are at least 18. In line with Tasmanian regulations we enforce age checks firmly, with no exceptions at the entrance. On your first time in, membership registration will ask for standard contact details and acknowledgment of our responsible gaming conditions. For player support and responsible gaming, staff are trained to assist with the membership system and self-exclusion tools.

Tournament players need to finalise registration and payment before the official start time posted for that event. Seats are then allocated either at random or according to registration order, depending on the specific APL format running that night. Smoking policies should be confirmed with venue staff upon arrival.

Food and drinks can be ordered directly from your poker table through our waitstaff service. You can choose items from the Watergarden Dining menu or bar list and stay in your seat, which is particularly useful when you are deep in a tournament and do not want to miss hands.

Booking and contact details

To confirm the latest poker schedule, call us on 1800 344 669 or email [email protected]. The APL venue page at playapl.com is updated frequently with weekly event listings, festival news and online registration options. If you prefer to speak in person, our casino reception near the main entrance on Country Club Avenue can assist with poker queries. The venue page shows Country Club Tasmania at Country Club Ave, Prospect Vale, Launceston, Tasmania 7250.

For accommodation that lines up with poker play, contact our reservations team via the central phone number or email [email protected]. We can assist with group reservations linked to tournament entries, and we work to accommodate guests across APLPT weekends and major APL championship dates.

Driving directions to Prospect Vale are available on countryclubtasmania.com.au, including route maps from Launceston and nearby towns. On-site parking can accommodate several hundred vehicles, with a number of bays located close to the casino entrance for evening arrivals.

Responsible gaming support

We support responsible gaming through voluntary tools and staff training. Within our membership system you can register for self-exclusion, set personal deposit limits, or add session reminder prompts. Our team is trained to notice common indicators of gambling harm and respond in line with industry standards.

For independent assistance, the Gamblers Helpline is available 24 hours a day on 1800 858 858 and offers confidential support. Further information is listed at gamblershelp.com.au and displayed near our cashier points. In line with our policy, we do not lend money to guests or cash personal checks, which helps reduce financial pressure during gaming sessions.

Local poker scene

Our poker room supports a regular tournament calendar and hosts APL events for northern Tasmania. Over time a consistent community of regular players has formed, so you will often recognise the same faces at weekly APL events and festival mains. Under Tasmanian regulations, live poker outside licensed casinos is tightly controlled, so structured games in this region generally run at our Prospect Vale location. APL events in Tasmania were relaunched in 2024 with a maximum capped entry fee, according to APL’s description of state regulations.

Launceston Casino is operated by the Federal Group as part of its Tasmanian gaming portfolio. This long-term backing has kept our poker program stable, with ongoing investment in table hardware and room upgrades supporting player numbers over the years.