Koala's Diary is Fair Go Casino's daily bonus calendar, written in the voice of Kev the Koala and refreshed every week. Each day carries its own KD- prefixed code: some days a deposit match, some days free spins, occasionally a free chip. It is the promotion regulars check first when they log in.
The two rules that matter most are the eligibility window, where most Diary codes require a deposit in the last seven days, and the typical $180 max cash-out on Diary bonuses. This page explains both, with a sample week and claiming steps. All details are as shown on the Fair Go site at the time of writing.
Quick facts
- Promotion
- Koala's Diary
- Cycle
- Weekly rotating calendar, new codes each week
- Code format
- KD- prefixed codes
- Eligibility
- Generally a deposit in the last 7 days
- Typical max cash-out
- $180
- Where to find it
- Fair Go promotions page
- Mascot
- Kev the Koala
What Koala's Diary is
Think of the Diary as a week-long promo calendar. Fair Go publishes it on the promotions page with one entry per day, each with a short note from Kev and a code beginning with KD-. The offers rotate: a match bonus on one day, free spins on a named pokie the next, a free chip on another. When the week ends, a new Diary replaces it with fresh codes.
Because the content changes weekly we do not list the current codes on this page; they would be stale within days. Instead, the Diary itself is the source of truth, and this page teaches you how to read and use it. For the permanent codes, see our bonus codes list, and for Kev himself, the Kev the Koala page.
The deposit-in-the-last-7-days rule
Most Diary offers, especially the free chips and free spins, are reserved for players who have made a deposit in the previous seven days. The logic is simple: Fair Go uses the Diary to reward active players rather than to attract brand-new ones (that is what WELCOME and BUBBLE15 are for).
In practice this means:
- If you deposited on Saturday, you can claim Diary codes through to the following Friday.
- If your last deposit was two weeks ago, a free chip code will be rejected until you deposit again.
- The qualifying deposit does not have to be large. The method minimum applies: $10 by Neosurf or eZeeWallet, $20 by card.
- Match-type Diary codes, which require a deposit anyway, are the exception since the deposit you make with them satisfies the rule.
A single small deposit each week keeps you eligible for every Diary offer, and also enters you in the Fair Draw and qualifies you for Monday's FUNMON spins. That is why the promotions calendar recommends a weekend deposit.
The $180 max cash-out
Diary bonuses, particularly the free chips and free spins, typically carry a maximum cash-out of $180. That means whatever you win from the bonus, the most you can withdraw from it is $180; the rest is removed when you cash out. Match bonuses from the Diary may have different terms, so read each code's note.
| Bonus type | Typical cash-out cap | Wagering |
|---|---|---|
| Diary free chip | $180 | Shown in code terms (no deposit offers are 60x on winnings) |
| Diary free spins | $180 | Shown in code terms |
| Diary deposit match | Check the code note | Shown in code terms |
| WELCOME (for comparison) | None | 30x deposit + bonus |
Combine the $180 cap with Fair Go's $100 minimum withdrawal and the useful cash-out band from a Diary chip is $100 to $180. Bet accordingly: there is no benefit in running a capped bonus up to $600. Our wagering guide explains how caps and playthrough interact.
How to claim a Koala's Diary code
- Open the promotions page at Fair Go and find today's Diary entry. Codes start with KD-.
- Check the note for the requirements: deposit minimum, eligible game, cash-out cap and whether a deposit in the last seven days is needed.
- Make sure no other bonus is active on your account. If one is, finish it or ask live chat to remove it.
- Log in, open the cashier and go to the coupon section. Enter the KD- code exactly, including the hyphen.
- If the code is a deposit match, make the deposit. If it is a chip or spins, the bonus is credited on redemption.
- Play, clear the wagering, and withdraw within the cap once your account is verified.
Diary codes are generally valid on their day only, so a Tuesday code will not work on Wednesday. If you miss one, the next day has another.
Play at Fair GoA sample Diary week (illustration only)
The real Diary changes weekly, so the table below is an illustration of the kinds of entries you will see, not a list of live codes.
| Day | Typical offer type | Usual condition |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Deposit match (often alongside KOALAMO) | Deposit required |
| Tuesday | Free spins on a featured pokie | Deposit in last 7 days |
| Wednesday | Free chip | Deposit in last 7 days, $180 cap |
| Thursday | Match or VIP-flavoured offer | Deposit required or VIP level |
| Friday | Deposit match to open the Fair Draw week | Deposit required |
| Saturday | Free spins | Deposit in last 7 days |
| Sunday | Match or free chip | Varies |
The exact games and percentages come from the Diary itself. Fair Go's catalogue is SpinLogic Gaming's 280+ pokies, so the featured titles are usually recent releases such as Crimson Castle or exclusives such as Kev's Bush Bonanza.
Making the Diary work for you
- Check it daily, briefly. It takes ten seconds to see whether today's code suits you.
- Keep the seven-day clock ticking with one small deposit a week if you want the chip and spin days.
- Skip codes that do not fit. A match code when you did not plan to deposit is not a reason to deposit.
- Respect the cap. On a $180-capped bonus, aim to finish wagering with between $100 and $180 and withdraw.
- Combine with comp points. Real-money play from Diary matches earns comp points you can swap for spins in the Fair eXchange. See the comp points page.
Responsible gambling
A daily calendar of offers is designed to bring you back every day, and that is worth naming. Logging in to check a code is harmless; depositing every week only to keep a free chip eligibility alive is a pattern to watch. Set your budget before you open the Diary, not after. If you need support, Gambling Help Online is free, confidential and available 24/7 on 1800 858 858. 18+ only.
Frequently asked questions
Koala's Diary is Fair Go's weekly rotating bonus calendar. Each day has its own code starting with KD-, offering a deposit match, free spins or a free chip. A new Diary with fresh codes appears each week on the promotions page. Most offers require a deposit in the last seven days.
Usually, yes, within the previous seven days. Free chip and free spin codes in the Diary are generally limited to players who have deposited recently. Match codes require a deposit by their nature. A single small deposit each week keeps you eligible for the whole calendar.
Typically $180 on the free chip and free spin entries. Winnings above that are removed when you withdraw. With Fair Go's $100 minimum withdrawal, the practical cash-out range from a capped Diary bonus is $100 to $180. Check each code's note for its exact terms.
On the Fair Go promotions page, in the Koala's Diary section. Each day's entry shows the code and its conditions. We do not reprint the codes here because they change weekly and daily; the Diary on the casino site is the only reliable source.
No. Fair Go allows one active bonus at a time, so a KD- code will be rejected if you still have WELCOME, KOALAMO or any other bonus running. Finish the wagering or ask live chat to remove the current bonus before redeeming the Diary code.
Yes, quickly. Each code is tied to its day in the calendar, so a Tuesday code will not work on Wednesday, and the whole Diary is replaced every week. If you miss one, the next day brings another. Codes copied from third-party sites are usually already out of date.