Joe Hachem, the current World Series of Poker (WSOP) Champion, has set his sights on the New Zealand Poker Championships.

Having registered for the event, Hachem does not face a long journey to get there because hailing from Australia himself, New Zealand is just a short flight away.

The first prize stands at around $40,000 plus the honour of the New Zealand poker title.

Taking place at Christchurch Casino on April 7th and 8th, first prize at the event also nets a free seat at the 2006 WSOP tournament in Las Vegas.

Among the competitors that Hachem will face will be fellow Australian Lee Nelson who has already started 2006 with a win at the Aussie Millions championship.

Around 150 players will be taking part at this year’s New Zealand Poker Championships.

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