Terms and Conditions

These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of The Oak & River Card Lounge website and your participation in any dining or offline social poker activities at our venue.

By accessing this website or entering the venue, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, you must not use the website or participate in any activities.

Effective Date: 2026-09-05

On This Page

Navigate to the sections that matter to you: Acceptance of Terms, Eligibility and Age Restrictions, Poker Activities and Non-Monetary Chips, Bookings and Cancellations, Venue Conduct, Intellectual Property, Limitation of Liability, and Governing Law.

Acceptance of Terms

Binding Agreement. Your use of this website and entry into The Oak & River Card Lounge constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. If you do not accept them, you must not access the website or enter the venue.

These terms may be updated from time to time; continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms. We will post the effective date of any revisions on this page.

Effective Date: 2026-09-05

Eligibility and Age Restrictions

18+ Only with Valid Australian ID

The Oak & River Card Lounge is strictly for patrons aged 18 years or older. Valid Australian identification (driver's licence, passport, or proof of age card) is required for entry and participation in any poker activities.

  • All poker activities are conducted in-person inside the venue only.
  • No online poker or remote participation is offered.
  • Management reserves the right to refuse entry to anyone unable to produce acceptable ID.

Poker Activities and Non-Monetary Chips

Offline Social Poker Only. All poker at The Oak & River Card Lounge is strictly offline, social, and non-monetary. We use high-grade ceramic poker chips for tournament play only; these chips have no cash value and cannot be exchanged for money.

  • No real-money wagering, cash buy-ins, or online gambling is offered or endorsed.
  • Tournament chip stacks and prestige chips are used solely for scoring and leaderboard points.
  • Club poker points may be earned and tracked for social recognition, not redeemable for cash.

Bookings and Cancellations

Reservations and Changes. Dining tables and poker seats can be booked via our website or by phone. We require a valid credit card to secure bookings for groups of six or more. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours in advance to avoid a fee.

  • No-shows may be charged a fee of $50 per person.
  • We reserve the right to modify or cancel bookings due to unforeseen circumstances.
  • Table-side hospitality is available for all poker participants.

For booking assistance, call +61 483 519 247.

Venue Conduct

Respectful and Responsible Conduct. Patrons are expected to behave respectfully towards staff and other guests. Disruptive, intoxicated, or abusive behavior will result in removal from the venue without refund.

  • Dress code: smart casual; no offensive clothing.
  • Professional dealers host all poker tables; patrons must follow dealer instructions.
  • Responsible service of alcohol applies; we reserve the right to refuse service.

Intellectual Property

Ownership of Content. All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of The Oak & River Card Lounge or its licensors and is protected by Australian and international copyright laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without prior written consent. The Oak & River name and logo are trademarks.

Limitation of Liability

Limitation of Liability. To the maximum extent permitted by law, The Oak & River Card Lounge shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website or participation in venue activities.

Nothing in these terms excludes liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence or for fraud. Our total liability for any claim is limited to the amount paid by you for the relevant service.

Governing Law and Contact

Governing Law. These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales.