Crown Melbourne to Reopen Hotel and Dining, Casino Remains Closed

Crown Resorts declared its intention to reopen the hotel and dining options at its primary Melbourne location on Friday, June 11, 2021. Despite this, the casino floor will stay shuttered for the foreseeable future. This announcement follows a mandatory two-week closure of the property enforced by the Victorian government during a swift lockdown implemented to combat a fresh Covid-19 surge.

Although Melbourne is gradually emerging from lockdown, the ongoing volatility surrounding the pandemic means a firm date for the resumption of gaming activities at Crown Melbourne remains elusive. The corporation has underscored its continued commitment to supporting its workforce during these challenging times. Crown affirmed its dedication to compensating affected personnel, including a significant number of gaming staff unable to return to their positions.

This development arrives amidst a Royal Commission inquest into the practices of Crown Melbourne. This inquiry commenced following a comparable investigation in New South Wales that deemed Crown unfit to manage its recently constructed casino in Sydney.