Crown Perth to Launch Mandated Carded Play on December 1, 2025
Introduction of Carded Play at Crown Perth
Crown Perth, one of the integrated resorts under Crown Resorts in Australia, will enforce mandatory carded play on its gaming floor starting December 1, 2025. This change aligns with a key recommendation from the 2021 Perth Casino Royal Commission aimed at promoting responsible gambling.
Details of the Carded Play System
Under the new system, all players using electronic gaming machines will need to use a personalized membership card. This card will track gameplay, establishing limits on both time and potential losses. Players will be restricted to a maximum of 12 hours of play per day and a total of 28 hours per week. Additionally, the system will require players to take mandatory breaks every three hours.
Players can set personal limits within these maximum restrictions. Any request to increase limits will come into effect only after a mandatory seven-day cooling-off period. Existing members will be required to update their cards to comply, while new visitors can register by having their photo taken and setting their limits with the help of casino staff. The system also offers on-screen tracking and monthly statements to support players in managing their expenditures, while enabling the casino to detect risky behavior and offer assistance when needed.
Wider Adoption of Carded Play Across Casinos
This carded play initiative is already in place at Crown and competitor venues in Sydney, as well as on gaming floors operated by SkyCity Entertainment Group in New Zealand. The move follows a successful conclusion earlier in the year, when Crown Perth was deemed suitable to maintain its casino license, a significant milestone for Crown Resorts’ expansion ambitions within Australia.
Official Perspectives on Carded Play Implementation
Gary Dreibergs, Chair of the Gaming and Wagering Commission, highlighted that the introduction of carded play on electronic gaming machines at Crown Perth is part of a series of reforms focused on reducing gambling-related harm in Western Australia. He emphasized that the Commission has mandated several protective measures for patrons, with carded play being a primary component. The Commission remains dedicated to monitoring these measures closely and ensuring Crown Perth maintains the highest levels of compliance and accountability.
Racing and Gaming Minister Paul Papalia commented that the carded play system will add another layer of protection for individuals vulnerable to gambling harms. He pointed out that the enforcement of limits on playtime and spending further strengthens Western Australia’s comprehensive gambling regulations. Papalia also noted that this reform represents a major achievement from the Perth Casino Royal Commission, with most of its recommendations now implemented or nearing completion.
