Is it just SKYCITY that we can no longer smoke at?

No, it is now against the law to smoke in all enclosed spaces in hospitality venues throughout New Zealand. So this change is affecting a large number of venues throughout the country, not just SKYCITY.

Will customers be able to smoke anywhere inside SKYCITY Queenstown Casino?

You can no longer smoke inside SKYCITY Queenstown Casino or Wild Thyme Bar and Restaurant. You can smoke on the designated decks, off the main gaming floor and Wild Thyme Bar.

Will smoking customers still be welcome at SKYCITY?

Absolutely! We want everyone to visit SKYCITY and have a great time - whether they smoke or not. Smokers are still very welcome but will just need to smoke on one of our designated smoking decks.

We have done our best to make the smoking areas as convenient and comfortable as possible for our smoking customers.

Where can I smoke at SKYCITY Queenstown Casino?

You’re welcome to smoke on one of our smoking decks.

Where are the Smoking decks at SKYCITY Queenstown Located?

There are 3 smoking decks at SKYCITY Queenstown Casino. One adjacent to Wild Thyme Bar, one located by the Main Gaming Floor, and one in the Summit Room.

What if the weather's bad - do people still have to go outside to smoke?

Unfortunately there is no alternative if customers wish to smoke.

Depending on weather conditions, customers who smoke should be able to find a deck which is relatively sheltered to take a smoking break.

Is it okay for me to smoke a cigar?

No. People are no longer allowed to smoke any tobacco products indoors at a hospitality venue, including cigars and pipes.

Do you still sell cigarettes from vending machines?

From 10 December 2004 we won’t be. However you will be able to buy cigarettes from Wild Thyme Bar

Remember, after 10 December 2004 it will not be illegal to smoke, it will only be illegal to smoke in enclosed spaces at hospitality venues.

What about VIPs and members. Do the same rules apply to them?

Yes. There are absolutely no exemptions to the regulations.

Where can I buy cigarettes from?

From 10 December 2004, you can buy cigarettes from Wild Thyme Bar.