Planning a visit to The Star, or just curious where things stand? This page brings together the questions visitors ask most — covering whether it's open and what its licence situation means, the entry and age rules, the games and poker on offer, how to get there and park, and the online options some Sydney players prefer. Everything is grouped by topic so you can head straight to what you need.
The Star is open to the public and its gaming floor is running as normal — you can play pokies and tables, dine and attend events. Behind the scenes, though, its casino licence has been suspended since October 2022 following findings by the NSW Independent Casino Commission, and the venue now operates under the oversight of an independent manager, Nicholas Weeks, whose appointment was most recently extended to 31 March 2026. Crucially, these issues concern the corporate licence holder, not the safety of individual visitors.
The points visitors most often want clarified.
Entry is strictly for those 18 and over, and you'll need a Star Club membership card to play, alongside a valid photo ID such as a passport or driver's licence. The card can be arranged at the venue or online, and membership brings access to the loyalty tiers.
The essentials at a glance.
The floor carries around 1,490 machines and 140-plus tables. Main-floor table minimums sit around $5 to $10, with far higher limits in the Sovereign Room. Star Poker runs 34 tables with regular tournaments, and The Stadium offers live-feed play from just $1.
A quick reference on the essentials.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Address | 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont NSW 2009 |
| Gaming tables | Around 140+ |
| Gaming machines | Around 1,490 |
| Poker tables | 34 |
| Licence status | Suspended; running under an independent manager |
The Star is well connected from across Sydney, with several ways to reach Pyrmont.
| Transport Mode | Route | Travel Time from CBD |
|---|---|---|
| Light Rail (L1) | Central Station to The Star | Around 10 minutes |
| Bus | Multiple routes via Pyrmont | 10 to 20 minutes |
| Ferry | Circular Quay / Darling Harbour | Around 15 to 20 minutes |
| Taxi / Rideshare | Direct to 80 Pyrmont Street | 10 to 15 minutes |
| On Foot | From Darling Harbour / CBD | 15 to 25 minutes |
Some Sydney players prefer to skip the trip altogether and play from home. Online platforms are available around the clock with no journey to Pyrmont, and they offer welcome bonuses and free spins that land-based venues don't. It's worth remembering that offshore online play sits in a grey area under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001, so reviewing the terms and playing responsibly always applies.
The main draws of the online route.
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