Source: OLGR Queensland
Queensland’s Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation (OLGR) said poker involving gambling in a public place may be unlawful outside the state’s four casinos. The guidance says OLGR may take action against a licensed premises operator that allows unlawful betting, but not against the game promoter, host or players.
Licensed venues face potential OLGR action if they allow unlawful betting on poker games.
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