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What is a Push in Blackjack?

16/09/2025

Blackjack is one of the most popular casino table games here at Joe Fortune and for lots of reasons. It’s

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Best and Worst Cards in Blackjack

16/09/2025

One of the biggest edges a player can get in Blackjack is by knowing which cards (or hands) are potential

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4-8 Deck Blackjack Strategy

16/09/2025

Here at Joe Fortune the team is always keen to receive and answer your questions about our online table games.

What is MatchPay?

21/08/2025

If you’ve been exploring different deposit and withdrawal options on online gaming platforms or casinos such as Australia’s Joe Fortune,

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How to Store Cryptocurrency & Keep Your Crypto Safe

20/08/2025

If you’re an Aussie getting into crypto, you’ve probably heard how important it is to store your digital assets safely.

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DO YOU HIT ON 16 IN BLACKJACK?

20/08/2025

If you’ve ever played any of our versions of blackjack at Joe Fortune, you’ll know there’s one hand that gives

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What Is An Inside Straight Draw In Poker?

14/08/2025

Poker is a game of strategy, timing, reading your opponents, and of course, sometimes a little bit of luck. One

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Blackjack: Do You Hit On 15?

16/07/2025

If you’ve spent time playing blackjack at Joe Fortune, you’ll know that a total of 15 is one of the

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BLACKJACK SIDE BETS

16/07/2025

Side bets are a much discussed topic here by the team here at Joe Fortune… you’ve probably noticed extra betting

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THE STREET BET IN ROULETTE EXPLAINED

11/07/2025

Roulette with its spinning wheel, bouncing ball, and massive array of betting options is a real fan’s favourite when it

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HOW TO PLAY A SOFT 18 IN BLACKJACK

10/07/2025

We see plenty of banter and queries from players about soft hands, especially soft 18, where many punters feel they

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Is Card Counting Illegal and Does It Work?

27/06/2025

Card counting in blackjack is considered a strategy by some that has been closely considered novice players as well as

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How to Tip Your Blackjack Dealer

18/06/2025

Tipping a dealer in blackjack is a small gesture that can go a long way. So, whether you’re sitting at

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What is Insurance in Blackjack?

18/06/2025

While the basics of blackjack is trying to beat the dealer without going over 21, there are a few versions

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How to Win at Keno: The Best Keno Strategies

16/06/2025

Keno is a very popular game in Australia, offering the chance to win big with relatively small bets. While like

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What is 21+3 in Blackjack?

16/06/2025

Blackjack has several different versions and ways that you can bet here in Australia and around the world. While the

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Odds of Hitting a Royal Flush in Poker

05/06/2025

Landing a royal flush in poker is the ultimate, it’s the dream, let’s call it what it is: the big

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How to Memorise Blackjack Basic Strategy

31/05/2025

Blackjack is a brilliant card game and is one of the few casino games where skill can genuinely give you

Joe’s Guide to Popular Casino Table Games

27/05/2025

Here’s Joe Fortune‘s quick and easy to read guide on the most popular casino table games. Did you know that

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Casino Bankroll Management: Being Savvy with your bets

21/05/2025

A Beginner’s Guide to Smart Gambling Here at Joe Fortune we are here to help provide you with an enjoyable