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The Australian
25-04-2025
- Sport
- The Australian
How to play traditional game two-up on Anzac Day
It's a traditional Australian game that is off limits for the majority of the calendar, but on Anzac Day, you'll see it played in pubs all over the coutry. Two-up is a traditional gambling game that is strictly illegal across the country with the exception of Anzac Day. Two-up will be allowed across pubs and RSLs on Anzac Day. Picture: NewsWire / Flavio Brancaleone While there's evidence the game was played by convicts in the 18th and 19th centuries, the coin tossing game is best-associated with Anzac Day. The game was played by officers during the First World War, and became an increasingly popular pastime for the men in the trenches. Despite its declining popularity in the decades since, two-up has remained a much-loved tradition across RSLs on Anzac Day. Generally illegal to play across the country for the majority of the year, the only exception is April 25 every year. However, these rules vary depending on the state you live in. The game is usually illegal across the country.. Picture: NewsWire / Glenn Campbell In Victoria, people can only take part in two-up games in the seven days leading up to Anzac Day, and must only be played in an approved RSL sub-branch or a venue approved by RSL Victoria. It's a similar story in NSW, where people are only permitted to participate in the gambling game on Anzac Day, Victory in the Pacific Day on August 15, and Remembrance Day on November 11 after midday. The only exception to this rule is in Broken Hill, thanks to a special license from the NSW Government, which allows the outback town to play the game year-round. It is also illegal in Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the two territories, with the exception of Anzac Day. It is also legal to play year-round in Kalgoorlie, WA, due to its historic connection with the game. The town also features the only legal designated two-up school in the country, where the game has been played since the '70s. It's a traditional betting game that's been played by Australians for centuries. Picture: NewsWire / Flavio Brancaleone How do you play two-up? Two-up, like other coin tossing games, is relatively simple to play, however, the rules may vary depending on where you live. Generally speaking, the ringkeeper – known as a 'ringie' – selects a player or 'spinner' to enter the game, usually by calling out, 'Come in, spinner!' The spinner will stand in the ring – a designated circle in the venue where only the spinner is allowed to stand – and hold a wooden bat, known as a 'kip' with two pennies on it. Traditionally, the game is played with pennies, as they offer the perfect weight and size ratio for easier spinning and landing. The spinner will toss the coins in the air – at least three metres – and the crowd has to bet on the way the coins will land. There are three possible outcomes: two heads, two tails or one of each, known as 'odds', with the spinner placing a bet on a particular outcome, and the crowd betting on the other. The coins must be thrown at least 3m into the air and have to fall within the boundaries of the circle to be accepted in the game. Those watching can only bet on either heads or tails, though some venues allow bets on odds, and the outcome of the game is determined by the ringie. The ringie's decision is final and the winner takes their earnings. Remember to gamble responsibly.
SBS Australia
25-04-2025
- Sport
- SBS Australia
What is two-up? The iconic Aussie diggers game only legal to play a few days each year
Since its creation in the mid-19th century, two-up has become a part of folklore among Australian soldiers who played it in the trenches amid the gunfire and artillery of the Gallipoli campaign. The simple game, consisting of a wooden paddle and two coins, captures the playful spirit of Australian diggers in the face of war. Decades later, two-up is still played across the country on Anzac Day in tribute to soldiers who served and died in military operations. But there are restrictions on when you can participate in the iconic game. Part of the appeal of two-up is that it is simple and requires almost no specialised equipment, just a wooden board and two coins. Then, people bet on the result of the coin flip. The people participating also have special names. To play, a match manager known as a ringkeeper or ringie will choose a person as the spinner, who throws two coins into the air off a bit of wood known as a kip. Players, referred to as the school, stand in a ring and bet on whether the coins will fall on both heads, both tails, or one head and one tail The coins must fly three metres into the air, not touch the roof, and have to fall within the ring. Two heads mean the spinner wins, two tails mean the spinner loses their bet and the right to spin. One head and one tail mean the spinner throws again. The ringie calls in the result, and money is then exchanged depending on who won the bet. When the spinner eventually loses, a new person gets a turn to throw the coins, and the game continues. Due to the elements of gambling, playing two-up is largely restricted, with exceptions made for significant events like Anzac Day. Two-up can be played in every state and territory on Friday in venues approved by the respective governments, mainly RSL branches or those with written approval from an RSL branch. Earnings from the game go to the RSL branch or to a nominated charity, and only adults can place bets. In Victoria, two-up can also be played in the seven days leading up to Anzac Day. In NSW, the game is allowed on Victory in the Pacific Day on 15 August and on Remembrance Day afternoon. The only exception to this is in Broken Hill, where the game can be played all year round under a special licence from the NSW government. You can also play a round of two-up at some casinos in Perth, Melbourne and Darwin on Anzac Day. RSL Australia recommends calling your local branch ahead of time to check if they are hosting a game and whether children are allowed on the premises during play.
Perth Now
24-04-2025
- Sport
- Perth Now
Secret trick to win at two-up
It's a traditional Australian game that is off limits for the majority of the calendar, but on Anzac Day, you'll see it played in pubs all over the coutry. Two-up is a traditional gambling game that is strictly illegal across the country with the exception of Anzac Day. Two-up will be allowed across pubs and RSLs on Anzac Day. NewsWire / Flavio Brancaleone Credit: News Corp Australia While there's evidence the game was played by convicts in the 18th and 19th centuries, the coin tossing game is best-associated with Anzac Day. The game was played by officers during the First World War, and became an increasingly popular pastime for the men in the trenches. Despite its declining popularity in the decades since, two-up has remained a much-loved tradition across RSLs on Anzac Day. Generally illegal to play across the country for the majority of the year, the only exception is April 25 every year. However, these rules vary depending on the state you live in. The game is usually illegal across the country.. NewsWire / Glenn Campbell Credit: News Corp Australia In Victoria, people can only take part in two-up games in the seven days leading up to Anzac Day, and must only be played in an approved RSL sub-branch or a venue approved by RSL Victoria. It's a similar story in NSW, where people are only permitted to participate in the gambling game on Anzac Day, Victory in the Pacific Day on August 15, and Remembrance Day on November 11 after midday. The only exception to this rule is in Broken Hill, thanks to a special license from the NSW Government, which allows the outback town to play the game year-round. It is also illegal in Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the two territories, with the exception of Anzac Day. It is also legal to play year-round in Kalgoorlie, WA, due to its historic connection with the game. The town also features the only legal designated two-up school in the country, where the game has been played since the '70s. It's a traditional betting game that's been played by Australians for centuries. NewsWire / Flavio Brancaleone Credit: News Corp Australia How do you play two-up? Two-up, like other coin tossing games, is relatively simple to play, however, the rules may vary depending on where you live. Generally speaking, the ringkeeper – known as a 'ringie' – selects a player or 'spinner' to enter the game, usually by calling out, 'Come in, spinner!' The spinner will stand in the ring – a designated circle in the venue where only the spinner is allowed to stand – and hold a wooden bat, known as a 'kip' with two pennies on it. Traditionally, the game is played with pennies, as they offer the perfect weight and size ratio for easier spinning and landing. The spinner will toss the coins in the air – at least three metres – and the crowd has to bet on the way the coins will land. There are three possible outcomes: two heads, two tails or one of each, known as 'odds', with the spinner placing a bet on a particular outcome, and the crowd betting on the other. The coins must be thrown at least 3m into the air and have to fall within the boundaries of the circle to be accepted in the game. Those watching can only bet on either heads or tails, though some venues allow bets on odds, and the outcome of the game is determined by the ringie. The ringie's decision is final and the winner takes their earnings. Remember to gamble responsibly. Gambling helplines
News.com.au
24-04-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
‘Come in, spinner': How to play traditional game two-up on Anzac Day
It's a traditional Australian game that is off limits for the majority of the calendar, but on Anzac Day, you'll see it played in pubs all over the coutry. Two-up is a traditional gambling game that is strictly illegal across the country with the exception of Anzac Day. While there's evidence the game was played by convicts in the 18th and 19th centuries, the coin tossing game is best-associated with Anzac Day. The game was played by officers during the First World War, and became an increasingly popular pastime for the men in the trenches. Despite its declining popularity in the decades since, two-up has remained a much-loved tradition across RSLs on Anzac Day. Generally illegal to play across the country for the majority of the year, the only exception is April 25 every year. However, these rules vary depending on the state you live in. In Victoria, people can only take part in two-up games in the seven days leading up to Anzac Day, and must only be played in an approved RSL sub-branch or a venue approved by RSL Victoria. It's a similar story in NSW, where people are only permitted to participate in the gambling game on Anzac Day, Victory in the Pacific Day on August 15, and Remembrance Day on November 11 after midday. The only exception to this rule is in Broken Hill, thanks to a special license from the NSW Government, which allows the outback town to play the game year-round. It is also illegal in Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia, Tasmania and the two territories, with the exception of Anzac Day. It is also legal to play year-round in Kalgoorlie, WA, due to its historic connection with the game. The town also features the only legal designated two-up school in the country, where the game has been played since the '70s. How do you play two-up? Two-up, like other coin tossing games, is relatively simple to play, however, the rules may vary depending on where you live. Generally speaking, the ringkeeper – known as a 'ringie' – selects a player or 'spinner' to enter the game, usually by calling out, 'Come in, spinner!' The spinner will stand in the ring – a designated circle in the venue where only the spinner is allowed to stand – and hold a wooden bat, known as a 'kip' with two pennies on it. Traditionally, the game is played with pennies, as they offer the perfect weight and size ratio for easier spinning and landing. The spinner will toss the coins in the air – at least three metres – and the crowd has to bet on the way the coins will land. There are three possible outcomes: two heads, two tails or one of each, known as 'odds', with the spinner placing a bet on a particular outcome, and the crowd betting on the other. The coins must be thrown at least 3m into the air and have to fall within the boundaries of the circle to be accepted in the game. Those watching can only bet on either heads or tails, though some venues allow bets on odds, and the outcome of the game is determined by the ringie. The ringie's decision is final and the winner takes their earnings.
