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Gambling Regulation Act 2003

Gambling Regulation Act2003No. 114 of 2003

Version No. 074

Gambling Regulation Act2003

No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at15 March 2018

table of provisions

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Chapter 1Preliminary1

1.1Purpose, objectives and outline1

1.2Commencement3

1.3Definitions4

1.3AAMeaning of gambling44

1.3AWhat is intoxication?46

1.3BMeaning of electronic monitoring system47

1.4Who is an associate?47

1.5Money invested49

1.6Act binds the Crown50

Chapter 2General prohibitions andauthorisations51

Part 1Introduction51

2.1.1Purposes51

2.1.2Definitions51

Part 2Gambling55

Division 1Unauthorised gambling55

2.2.1Prohibition against unauthorised gambling55

2.2.2Recovery of money lost in unauthorised gambling56

Division 2Authorised gambling56

2.2.3Authorisation for games at amusement centres, fetes, carnivalsetc.56

2.2.4Authorisation for two-up on ANZAC Day57

2.2.5Authorisation for betting games on approved foot or bicycle races58

2.2.6Approved Calcutta Sweepstakes permitted58

2.2.7Suspension or revocation of approval to conduct Calcutta Sweepstakes59

Division 3Advertising of unauthorised gambling60

2.2.8Prohibition against advertising unauthorised gambling60

Part 4Gaming or wagering agreements62

2.4.1Unauthorised gaming or wagering contracts are void62

Part 5Places provided for unauthorisedgambling63

Division 5ARegulation of publication and use of race fields64

2.5.20Prohibition against providing place for unauthorised gambling65

2.5.21Warrant to enter place provided for unauthorised gambling and search and seize on premises65

2.5.22Offence to obstruct the entry of authorised police officers67

2.5.23Obstructing entry to be evidence of place being provided for unauthorised gambling68

2.5.25Power of owner to evict occupier of place provided for unauthorised gambling69

2.5.26Cancellation of notice to quit70

2.5.27Declaration of place provided for unauthorised gambling70

2.5.28Application for rescission by owner etc.71

2.5.29Application for rescission by police72

2.5.30Notice in the Government Gazette72

2.5.31Other notices of declaration73

2.5.32Persons found etc. in declared place74

2.5.33Convicted persons found in declared place75

2.5.35Liability of owner75

2.5.36Liability of occupier76

2.5.37Additional penalty for continuing offences76

2.5.38Entry by police77

2.5.40Procedure where place is entered under a warrantetc.78

2.5.41Persons required to be examined as witnesses making a full discovery to receive a certificate80

2.5.42Indemnity of witnesses81

2.5.43Persons found in place provided for unauthorised gambling81

Part 5ABanning irresponsible gambling products and practices83

Division 1Introduction83

2.5A.1Definitions83

Division 2Interim ban orders83

2.5A.2Minister may make interim ban order83

2.5A.3Duration of interim ban order84

2.5A.4Procedure following interim ban order84

Division 3Fixed term ban orders85

2.5A.9Fixed term ban order85

2.5A.10Duration of fixed term ban order86

2.5A.11Revocation of fixed term ban order87

2.5A.12Disallowance of fixed term ban order87

Division 4Effect of ban orders87

2.5A.13Offence to breach ban order87

Division 5General88

2.5A.14No compensation88

Part 6General89

2.6.3Money stolen and paid away in bets is recoverable89

2.6.5Evidence as to offences89

2.6.7Vicarious liability91

2.6.9Entry of police to public places92

Chapter 3Gaming machines93


3.1.1Purpose93

3.1.2Definitions94

3.1.3Machines may be declared to be gaming machines99

3.1.4Conduct of gaming and playing gaming machines99

3.1.4AConduct of monitoring101

3.1.5Application of Chapter to casino operator101

3.1.6Application of Chapter to tabaret premises102

3.1.6AApplication of Chapter to tabaret premises102

3.1.6BMinister may nominate person to enter into entitlement-related agreement103

Part 2General authorisation for gaming on gaming machines104

Division 1Legality of gaming machine gaming104

3.2.1Gaming in approved venue declared lawful104

3.2.2Possession of gaming equipment or monitoring equipment may be authorised104

Division 2Ministerial directions, regional limits and municipal limits107

3.2.3Ministerial directions as to requirements for gaming machines107

3.2.4Regions for gaming machines108

3.2.5No compensation payable109

Part 2AOwnership and related personrestrictions110

Division 1Interpretation110

3.2A.1Definitions110

Division 2Ownership and related person licenseerestrictions111

3.2A.2Restrictions for venue operators and related persons111

3.2A.3Monitoring restrictions for persons listed on the Roll and related persons111

3.2A.4Other restrictions for persons listed on the Roll and related persons112

3.2A.5Restrictions for the monitoring licensee and related persons112

3.2A.6Restrictions for a casino operator113

Division 3Gaming machine entitlement prohibited interests114

3.2A.7Prohibited interests in gaming machine entitlements114

3.2A.7AMinister may declare day for increase of limit on club gaming machine entitlements117

Part 3Approval of premises for gaming118


3.3.1Outline of Part118

Division 2Premises approvals118

3.3.2Which premises may be approved as suitable for gaming?118

3.3.3Which premises may be approved for 24hour gaming?119

3.3.4Application for approval of premises119

3.3.5Proposed application must be given to relevant responsible authority before application is made121

3.3.5AACommission to notify relevant responsible authority of receipt of application121

3.3.5ABAmendment of application for premises approval122

3.3.5ANo change permitted to number of gaming machines sought in application after certain period122

3.3.5BRelevant responsible authority must notify Commission of intention to make submission122

3.3.6Responsible authority may make submission123

3.3.7Matters to be considered in determining applications124

3.3.8Determination of application125

3.3.9Conditions of approval126

3.3.10Duration of approval128

3.3.11Variation of approval128

3.3.12Revocation of approval128

3.3.13Automatic revocation or suspension of approval129

3.3.14Tribunal review of approval130

3.3.15Surrender of approval130

3.3.15AOne venue operator for an approved venue130

Division 3Modification of gaming machine areas131

3.3.16Modification of gaming machine areas131

3.3.17Appeal131

Part 4Licensing of operators and monitorsand listing of manufacturers, suppliers and testers133

Division 1Authority conferred by licencesandlisting133

3.4.1Authority conferred by venue operator's licence133

3.4.1AVenue operator's licence is not a gaming operator's licence or gaming licence135

3.4.1BVenue operator must comply with standards and operational requirements135

3.4.2Authority conferred by gaming operator's licence136

3.4.3Application of Partgaming operator's licences138

3.4.4Authority conferred by monitoring licence138

3.4.4AMonitoring licence is not a gaming operator's licence or gaming licence141

3.4.4BMonitoring licensee must comply with standards and operational requirements142

3.4.5Authority conferred by listing on the Roll143

3.4.6Offence to breach licence conditions146

3.4.7Offence to breach condition of listing on Roll146

Division 2Venue operator's licence147

3.4.8Application for venue operator's licence147

3.4.9Gaming operator may be granted a hotel venue operator's licence149

3.4.10Objections149


3.4.12Determination of applications and duration of licence152

3.4.12ASelf-exclusion program is a condition of licence154

3.4.12BResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence154

3.4.12CAmendment of self-exclusion program or Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct154

3.4.13Register of venue operators and approved venues154

3.4.13AVenue operator to give Commission certain information about where gaming will be conductedunder gaming machine entitlements156

3.4.14Nominee of licensee156

3.4.15Venue operator's licence is non-transferable159

3.4.16Renewal of venue operator's licence159

3.4.17Amendment of conditions160

3.4.18Proposal of amendment by venue operator162

3.4.18ACommission to notify municipal council of receipt of proposal163

3.4.18BAmendment of proposal to increase number of gaming machines permitted in an approved venue164

3.4.18CMunicipal council must notify Commission of intention to make submission164

3.4.19Submissions on proposed amendments164

3.4.20Consideration and making of amendment166

3.4.21Tribunal review of amendment increasing number of gaming machines169

3.4.22Removal of approved venue if liquor licence is cancelled etc.169

3.4.23Notification of certain changes170

3.4.24Endorsement of licence and Register170

3.4.25Disciplinary action against venue operator173

3.4.26Letter of censure176

3.4.27Suspension of venue operator's licence pending criminal proceedings177

3.4.27ANo authority to conduct gaming if venue operator's licence suspended or cancelled178

3.4.28Provisional venue operator's licence178

Division 2AVenue operators and venueagreements179

3.4.28AAApplication of Division179

3.4.28ADefinitions179

3.4.28ABMeaning of prohibited venue agreement180

3.4.28BCommission may declare certain agreements to be reviewable venue agreements181

3.4.28CEntering into prohibited venue agreement prohibited181

3.4.28DProhibited venue agreements are void181

3.4.28ECommission may issue written notice directing venue operators to give it copies of reviewable venue agreements182

3.4.28FNo compensation payable182

Division 3Gaming operator's licence182

3.4.29Gaming operator's licence182

3.4.30Premium payment182

3.4.31Matters to be considered in determining grant of licence183

3.4.31APre-commitment mechanisms required for prescribed gaming machines1December 2010 to 30November 2015184

3.4.32Duration of licence185

3.4.33Entitlement of former licensee on grant of new licence185


3.4.35Gaming operator's licence is non-transferable187

3.4.36Disciplinary action187

3.4.37Cancellation of gaming operator's licence188

Division 3BFurther licensing restrictions andrequirements190

3.4.37KDefinitions190

3.4.37LRestrictions on directors of licensee or operator190

3.4.37MLicensee and others not to be associated with certain activities191

3.4.37NChange in situation of licensee or operator192

Division 4Monitoring licence194

3.4.38Definitions194

3.4.39One licence197

3.4.40Minister may invite applications197

3.4.41Secretary may report on suitability of persons Minister is considering to invite to apply for licence198

3.4.41AConsent required for reports and investigations198

3.4.42Application for monitoring licence199

3.4.43Report to Minister by Secretary on applications200

3.4.44Determination of applications201

3.4.45Prohibition on improper interference202

3.4.45AProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application203

3.4.46Issue of licence203

3.4.46AMonitoring licence not personal property203

3.4.47Licence conditions203

3.4.48Minister may refuse to issue monitoring licence if related agreements not entered into204

3.4.48ARelated agreements with monitoring licensee204

3.4.48BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements205

3.4.48CLimitation of monitoring licensee's civil liability205

3.4.48DRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister206

3.4.48EMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements206

3.4.49Responsible gambling directions207

3.4.49AMonitoring licensee must establish and maintain approved linked jackpot trust accounts207

3.4.49BOperation of multiple venue linked jackpot arrangements without approved linked jackpot trust account prohibited207

3.4.49CPayments out of approved linked jackpot trust accounts208


3.4.51Extension of licence209

3.4.52Licence may authorise preparatory action209

3.4.53Publication and tabling211

3.4.54Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with monitoring212

3.4.55Transfer only under this Division212

3.4.56Application to transfer licence213

3.4.57Transfer of monitoring licence214

3.4.58Report to Minister by Commission216

3.4.59Related agreements217

3.4.59APublication and tabling217

3.4.59BRequest by licensee for amendment of licence219

3.4.59CAmendment of licence220

3.4.59CAProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence222

3.4.59DGrounds for disciplinary action222

3.4.59ECommission may take or recommend disciplinary action223

3.4.59FMinister may take disciplinary action225

3.4.59GSuspension of licence226

3.4.59GADisciplinary and other action against monitoring licenseepreparatory action227

3.4.59HEffect of licence suspension228

3.4.59ITemporary monitoring licence228

3.4.59JReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence230

3.4.59JAReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence issued for 90 days231

3.4.59KArrangements with former licensee231

3.4.59LFurther provisions for temporary licence232

3.4.59LARelated agreements with temporary licensee233

3.4.59LBNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements234

3.4.59LCLimitation of temporary licensee's civil liability234

3.4.59LDRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister235

3.4.59LEMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements235

3.4.59LFAppointment of a monitoring services provider if monitoring licence not granted235

3.4.59LGAppointment of a monitoring services provider after monitoring licence suspended or cancelled238

3.4.59MSecretary may require further information242

3.4.59NUpdating information provided to Secretary243

3.4.59OUpdating information provided to Minister regarding licence application244

3.4.59PUpdating licence transfer application245

3.4.59QNo compensation payable for certain acts and omissions246

3.4.59RCompetition and Consumer Act and Competition Code247

Division 7Roll of Manufacturers, Suppliers andTesters248

3.4.60The Roll248

3.4.61Application to be listed on Roll249

3.4.62Objections251


3.4.64Imposition and amendment of conditions253



3.4.67Voluntary removal from Roll257

3.4.68Payments etc. to venue operator unlawful257

3.4.68APublication of standard price lists258

Part 4AGaming machine entitlements259

Division 1Requirement to hold gaming machine entitlements and authority conferred by them259

3.4A.1Requirement to hold gaming machine entitlements259

3.4A.2Authority conferred by gaming machine entitlements260

Division 2Gaming machine entitlement allocationand transfer rules261

3.4A.3Gaming machine entitlement allocation and transfer rules261

3.4A.4Directions to the Commission in relation to allocation and transfers of gaming machine entitlements262

Division 2AStandard entitlement-related conditions and standard monitoring-related conditions263

3.4A.4AMinister may determine standard entitlement-related conditions263

3.4A.4BMinister may determine standard monitoring-related conditions263

3.4A.4CPublication and effect of standard conditions264

3.4A.4DNo compensation for determination of standard conditions265

Division 3Creation and allocation of gaming machine entitlements265

3.4A.5Minister may create and allocate gaming machine entitlements265

3.4A.5AAProportions of gaming machine entitlements for venues of different types269

3.4A.5AReview of regional and municipal limits for gaming machine entitlements270

3.4A.5BGaming machine entitlement not personal property271

3.4A.6Minister may refuse to allocate gaming machine entitlement if entitlement-related agreements not entered into271

3.4A.6ADirections in relation to entitlement-related agreements272

3.4A.6BNo compensation payable because of direction toenter entitlement-related agreements under section3.4A.6A273

3.4A.7Duration of gaming machine entitlements273

3.4A.8Gaming machine entitlements to be noted on Register274

3.4A.9Gaming machine entitlements may authorise preparatory action275

3.4A.10States rights in relation to allocated gaming machine entitlements276

3.4A.11No entitlement to or legitimate expectation of approval of venue277

3.4A.11ARelated agreements between venue operators and monitoring licensee277

3.4A.11BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements under section3.4A.11A278

3.4A.11CPayments for gaming machine entitlements must be made to Commission279

Division 3AAssignment of gaming machineentitlements279

3.4A.11DWhat is an assignment agreement?279

3.4A.11EGaming machine entitlement may be assigned only by registered assignment agreement280

3.4A.11FGaming machine entitlement assignment rules280

3.4A.11GVenue operator may apply to Commission for registration of assignment agreement281

3.4A.11HCommission may register assignment agreement281

3.4A.11IEffect of registration of assignment agreement282

3.4A.11JNo entitlement to or legitimate expectation of approval of venue284

3.4A.11KRestrictions on assignor for duration of assignment285

3.4A.11LGaming under registered assignment agreement must be commenced within 6months285

3.4A.11MAssignment ended if gaming not commenced within 6 months286

3.4A.11NVariation of registered assignment agreement286

3.4A.11OCommission may deregister registered assignment agreement286

3.4A.11PTermination of registered assignment agreement if licence expires or is cancelled or suspended287

3.4A.11QTermination of assignment if venue approval revoked or venue removed from licence287

3.4A.11RPreparatory action authorised in relation to termination of assignment288

3.4A.11SNo compensation payable289

Division 4Amendment of gaming machine entitlement conditions289

3.4A.11TTemporary amendment rules289

3.4A.12Request for amendment of geographic area condition or venue condition290

3.4A.13Commission decision on the request291

3.4A.13ATemporary amendments to geographic area conditions292

3.4A.13BGrace period for early expiry of temporary amendment293

3.4A.14Commission must record amendment in Register294

3.4A.14ANo entitlement to or legitimate expectation of certain matters in relation to temporary amendment294

3.4A.14BNo compensation payable because of expiry or revocation of temporary amendment295

Division 5Transfer of gaming machineentitlements295

3.4A.15Fee payable for gaming machine entitlement transfers295

3.4A.16Gaming machine entitlements cannot be transferred to persons other than venue operators295

3.4A.17Gaming machine entitlements must be transferred in accordance with allocation and transfer rules296

3.4A.17AATransfer agreement may provide for substitution of parties to registered assignmentagreement296

3.4A.17AABAssignment of gaming machine entitlement otherwise terminated on transfer297

3.4A.17AACDirections in relation to related agreements with Minister regarding transferred gaming machine entitlement297

3.4A.17AADNo compensation payable because of direction to enter into entitlement-related agreements298

3.4A.17ARelated agreements must be entered into before gaming machine entitlement may be transferred298

3.4A.18Gaming machine entitlements that expire on 15August 2022 and that are transferred before specified date299

3.4A.18AGaming machine entitlements that take effect on or after 16 August 2022 and that are transferred during specified period300

3.4A.19Exemption from requirement to pay for transfer related to refusal to grant relevant authority302

3.4A.19AExemption from requirement to pay for transfer related to sale of approved venue303

3.4A.20Hospitals and Charities Fund304

Division 5AASurrender of gaming machine entitlements on specified date305

3.4A.20AARules for surrender of gaming machine entitlements305

3.4A.20AABSurrender of designated gaming machine entitlements305

3.4A.20AACNo compensation payable because of surrender of gaming machine entitlements306

3.4A.20AADCertain amounts become immediately payable306

3.4A.20AAEMinisterial Order for extinguishment307

3.4A.20AAFEffect of order307

3.4A.20AAGNo compensation payable308

Division 5APurchase by the State of gaming machine entitlements308

3.4A.20AApplication of Division308

3.4A.20BCommission to determine excess gaming machine entitlements308

3.4A.20CMinisterial Order for purchase of gaming machine entitlements309

3.4A.20DDeterminations for purpose of Division310

3.4A.20EInitial offers by State for purchase of gaming machine entitlements311

3.4A.20FFurther reduction of gaming machine entitlements312

3.4A.20GFurther offers by State for purchase of gaming machine entitlements314

3.4A.20HExtinguishment of gaming machine entitlements purchased for purpose of State limit reduction314

3.4A.20IExtinguishment on reduction of State limit315

3.4A.20JNo compensation payable316

Division 5BExtinguishment of unallocated or forfeited entitlements on reduction of State limit316

3.4A.20KMinisterial Order for extinguishment316

3.4A.20LEffect of Order317

3.4A.20MNo compensation payable318

Division 6Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements not used for conduct of gaming318

3.4A.21Definition318

3.4A.21ADivision does not require gaming under an assigned gaming machine entitlement318

3.4A.22Meaning of relevant holding period319

3.4A.23Gaming under gaming machine entitlements must be commenced within relevant holding period320

3.4A.24Gaming machine entitlements forfeited to State if gaming not commenced within relevant holding period320

3.4A.25Commission may extend relevant holding period321

Division 7Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following disciplinary action, surrender of licence or expiry322

3.4A.26Gaming machine entitlements forfeited if venue operator's licence cancelled, surrendered or not renewed322

Division 8Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements inaccordance with standard conditionsor related agreement323

3.4A.26AGaming machine entitlements forfeited inaccordance with standard entitlement-related conditions323

3.4A.27Gaming machine entitlements forfeited if venue operator defaults under related agreement324

Division 8AForfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following offers to purchase thoseentitlements324

3.4A.27AForfeiture to Stateafter reduction of regional or municipal district limit324

Division 9Extinguishment of interests and rights in gaming machine entitlements325

3.4A.28Extinguishment325

3.4A.29No compensation payable because of extinguishment325

Division 10Forfeited gaming machine entitlements326

3.4A.30Application of Division326

3.4A.31No compensation payable because of forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements326

3.4A.32Amounts owed to the State in relation to gaming machine entitlements become immediately payable326

3.4A.33Payment of proceeds from forfeited gaming machine entitlements that are allocated again326

Division 11General327

3.4A.34Competition and Consumer Act and Competition Code authorisation327

Part 5Control of gaming329

Division 1Manufacturing and obtaining gamingmachines329

3.5.1Manufacture, sale, supply, obtaining or possession of gaming machines329

3.5.2Gaming machine contracts to be approved by Commission331

Division 2Controls over gaming machines andgames332

3.5.3Commission's standards for gaming machine types and games332

3.5.4Approval of gaming machine types and games332

3.5.5Variation of gaming machine types and games333

3.5.6Withdrawal of approval335

3.5.7Linked jackpots unlawful without approval336

3.5.7ALinked jackpot arrangements unlawful without approval337

3.5.7BApproval of linked jackpot arrangements337

3.5.7CWithdrawal of approval339

3.5.8Identification of machines340

3.5.9Gaming prohibited on unprotected devices341

3.5.10Unlawful interference with equipment or systems341

3.5.11Protection of sensitive areas of gaming equipment or monitoring equipment342

3.5.12Testing of electronic monitoring system344

3.5.13Approval of electronic monitoring systems346

3.5.15Installation and storage of gaming machines347

3.5.16Certificates of installationgaming equipment and monitoring equipment349

3.5.17Offence to play gaming machine not installed as authorised351

3.5.17AGaming machines must be connected to approved electronic monitoring system351

3.5.17BGaming machines must be connected to approved electronic monitoring system351

3.5.17COffence to interfere with an electronic monitoring system351

3.5.18Gaming only permitted in gaming machine areas352

3.5.19Gaming tokens352

3.5.20Malfunction of gaming machines352

3.5.21Defective gaming machines not allowed353

3.5.22After hours gaming354

3.5.23The Commission's rules354

3.5.24Disallowance of rules356

3.5.25Inspection of rules356

3.5.26Rules to be enforced357

3.5.27Commission may give directions357

3.5.28Inducements, cheating etc.358

Division 3Responsible gaming measures360

Subdivision 1General measures360

3.5.29Banning large denomination note acceptors and autoplay facilities360

3.5.30Spin rates361

3.5.31Credit etc.361

3.5.32Limiting withdrawals and advances from cash facilities361

3.5.33Payment of accumulated credits bycheque or electronic funds transfer362

3.5.33APlaying of gaming machines by intoxicated persons prohibited363

Subdivision 2Automatic teller machine and alternative cash access facility measures364

3.5.33BDefinitions364

3.5.33CAutomatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities prohibited in approved venues not on racecourses365

3.5.33DLimiting placement of automatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities on racecourses365

3.5.33EApplication for approval366

3.5.33FApprovals366

3.5.33GMinisterial directions as to approvals367

3.5.33HConditions of approvals368

3.5.33IAmendment of conditions of approvalsApplications by venue operators369

3.5.33JReview of approvals370

3.5.33KAmendment of conditions of approvalsBy the Commission371

3.5.33LFunctions and powers under this Subdivision may be performed or exercised by a single Commissioner371

3.5.33MAppeal371

3.5.33NNo compensation payable372

Subdivision 3Cashless gaming372

3.5.33OSubdivision does not apply to casino operator372

3.5.33PProhibition on inducements involving cashless gaming372

3.5.33QProhibition on credit facilities relating to cashless gaming373

Division 4Gaming machine advertising373

3.5.34AAProhibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by or on behalf of venue operators and casino operators373

3.5.34ABProhibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by or on behalf of gaming operators376

3.5.34ACProhibition on printing gaming machine advertising on player cards378

3.5.34Prohibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by others379

3.5.35Prohibition on displaying gaming machine related signs380

3.5.35AResponsible gambling signs381

Division 5Loyalty schemes381

3.5.36Preconditions for allowing participation in loyalty scheme381

3.5.36AContent of written statement382

3.5.36BSetting limits under loyalty scheme383

3.5.36CExcluded persons384

3.5.36DLoyalty scheme must use same equipment as pre-commitment system385

3.5.37Player activity statements387

3.5.38Suspension of person who fails to collect their player activity statement388

3.5.39Opting out of loyalty schemes389

3.5.40No advertising to people suspended or removed from loyalty schemes389

3.5.41Loyalty scheme participant information391

Division 6Removal of people from approvedvenues392

3.5.42Application of Division392

3.5.43Removal of certain persons392

Part 6Returns to players, levies and taxes394

Division 1Returns to players394

3.6.1Returns to players394

3.6.1AReturns to players on expiry of gaming operator's licences394

Division 2Taxes and levies395

3.6.2Definitions395

3.6.3Health benefit levy396

3.6.3AHealth benefit levyfinancial year 2012 to 2013397

3.6.4Hypothecation of health benefit levy398

3.6.5Holder of gaming operator's licence to pay supervision charge398

3.6.5AVenue operators to pay supervision charge399

3.6.6Taxation399

3.6.6ATaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with pub licences until16August2022401

3.6.6BTaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with club licences until16August2022405

3.6.6CTaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues on and after 16August2022408

3.6.6DReview of tax rates under section 3.6.6C412

3.6.7Additional tax for holder of gaming operator's licence413

3.6.8Declaration for club venue operators to pay different tax in some circumstances413

3.6.9Community benefit statements416

3.6.9AMinisterial directions as to requirements of community benefit statements418

3.6.10Interest on late payment419

3.6.11Hospitals and charities and mental health levy420

3.6.12Payment to Community Support Fund420

Division 3Unclaimed winnings422

3.6.13Unclaimed winnings422

Part 7Compliance requirements424


3.7.1Definition424

3.7.2Application of Part424

Division 2Banking, accounting and auditing424

3.7.3Banking424

3.7.4Accounting records426

3.7.5Books etc. to be kept on the premises427

Division 2AApproved linked jackpot trust account compliance requirements428

3.7.6Banking428

3.7.6AAAccounting records in relation to approved linked jackpot trust accounts429

3.7.6ABFunctions of Commission under this Division may be performed by any commissioner429

Division 3Other requirements429

3.7.6ADirections to gaming operator to provide informationetc.429

3.7.6BDirections to monitoring licensee to provide informationetc.430

3.7.6CNo compensation payable431

3.7.6DDirections to monitoring licensee432

Part 8Legacy monitoring systems433

Division 1Preliminary433

3.8.1Definitions433

3.8.2Meaning of legacy monitoring system434

3.8.3Meaning of specified monitoring system information434

3.8.4Authorised persons435

Division 2Information gathering powers435

3.8.5Minister may direct legacy monitoring system owners to provide information and documents435

Division 3Due diligence powers436

3.8.6Access notice436

3.8.7Access powers437

3.8.8What can the Minister or authorised person do after service of access notice?438

3.8.9Specified persons must give information to Minister or authorised persons439

3.8.10Direction to provide reasonable assistance441

3.8.11Offences relating to obstruction of Minister or authorised persons443

Division 4Other matters443

3.8.12No compensation payable443

3.8.13Compliance with certain directions is not a breach of contract, breach of confidence or any other civil wrong443

Part 8APre-commitment from 1December2015444



Division 2Pre-commitment direction, approval and testing445

3.8A.2Pre-commitment direction445

3.8A.3Monitoring licensee must not provide unapproved pre-commitment system446

3.8A.4Commission may approve precommitment system446

3.8A.5Testing of pre-commitment system447

Division 3Obligations of monitoring licensee, venue operators and casino operators448


3.8A.7Certificates of installationplayer account equipment and parts of a precommitment system448

3.8A.8Monitoring licensee must ensure that precommitment system complies with standards and operational requirements449

3.8A.9Player account equipment must comply with regulations and standards450

3.8A.10Offence for operator failing to ensure proper installation of player account equipment451

3.8A.11Player cards must comply with regulations and standards451

3.8A.12Operators must ensure functioning of player account equipment and connection to pre-commitment system452

3.8A.13Offence for operator to permit gaming on gaming machine using alternative limit setting scheme453

Division 4Related agreements453


3.8A.15Related agreement between monitoring licensee and venue operator or casino operator454

3.8A.16Related agreement between Minister and venue operator or casino operator454

3.8A.17Content of direction455

3.8A.18Direction to enter into related agreement must be complied with455

3.8A.19No compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreement under section3.8A.15 or3.8A.16456

Division 4AStandard pre-commitment conditions456

3.8A.19AMinister may determine standard precommitment conditions456

3.8A.19BPublication and effect of standard precommitment conditions457

3.8A.19CNo compensation for determination of standard precommitment conditions457

Division 5Provision of information457


3.8A.21Directions to monitoring licensee to provide information concerning precommitment457

3.8A.22No compensation payable458

3.8A.23Provision of information for research purposes458

Division 6Confidentiality458

3.8A.24Definition458

3.8A.25Restriction on disclosure of pre-commitment information459

3.8A.25ADisclosure to courts and tribunals permitted with Ministerial approval459

3.8A.26Disclosure with consent permitted459

3.8A.27Disclosure to enforcement agencies permitted459

3.8A.28Disclosure for performance of functions460

3.8A.29Disclosure of lawfully publicly available information permitted460

3.8A.30Disclosure of de-identified information for research purposes460

Part 9General461

Division 1Declared operator of gaming operator's licence461

3.9.1Minister may declare company to be operator461

3.9.2Application for approval462

3.9.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary462


3.9.4Prohibition on recovery of costs of investigating persons on Roll or their associates463

3.9.5Appeals464

3.9.6Injunctions to prevent contraventions etc.465

Chapter 4Wagering and betting467


4.1.1Purpose467

4.1.2Definitions468

4.1.3Exemption of totalisators470

Part 2General authorisation for wagering and betting472

Division 1Legality of wagering and betting472

4.2.1Wagering and approved betting competitions472

4.2.1AConduct of betting exchanges472

4.2.2Use of totalisator lawful472

4.2.3Approval of totalisator equipment473

Division 1ARegulation of publication and use of race fields474

4.2.3ARestrictions on publication and use of race fields474

4.2.3BApplication for race field publication and use approval475

4.2.3CPublication and use approval475

4.2.3DTribunal review477

4.2.3ECompetition and Consumer Act and Competition Code478

Division 2Betting rules479

4.2.4Totalisator or approved betting competition not to be conducted without rules479

4.2.4ABetting exchange rules479

4.2.5Licensee to make betting rules480

4.2.6Disallowance of betting rules or betting exchange rules483

4.2.7Commission may direct wagering and betting licensee to deal with certain bets484

Division 3Conduct of wagering and betting by wagering and betting licensee485

4.2.8Acceptance of wagers and bets485

4.2.9Agents of licensee485

4.2.10Investigation of complaints486

4.2.11Termination of certain agent agreements487

Part 3Wagering licence and gaming licence489

Division 1Authority of licences489

4.3.1Wagering licence489

4.3.2Gaming licence489

4.3.3One licence489

4.3.4Licences non-transferable490

4.3.4AApplication of Part490

Division 2Grant of licences490

4.3.5Application for licences490

4.3.6Matters to be considered in determining application491

4.3.7Recommendation on application492

4.3.8Grant of licences493

4.3.9Duration of licences and licence conditions494

4.3.10Amendment of licence conditions494

4.3.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence494

4.3.11Powers of licensee under Corporations Act not affected494

Division 3Entitlement of former licensee495

4.3.12Entitlement of former licensee on grant of new licences495

4.3.13What is the licence value of the former licences?495

4.3.14When must the payment be made?497

Division 4Operators498

4.3.15Appointment of operators498


4.3.17Approval of wholly-owned subsidiary499

Division 6Further licensing restrictions and requirements500

4.3.28Restrictions on directors of licensee or operator500

4.3.29Licensee and others not to be associated with certain activities501

Division 7Disciplinary action and cancellation502


4.3.32Cancellation of both licences503

4.3.33Appointment of temporary licensee if licence cancelled505

Division 8Further obligation to provideinformation506

4.3.34Directions to wagering licensee to provide information506

Part 3AWagering and betting licence508

Division 1AAInterpretation508

4.3A.1AADefinitions508

Division 1Authority and number of wagering and betting licences510

4.3A.1Authority of wagering and betting licence510

4.3A.2One licence511

Division 2Licensing procedure511

4.3A.3Registration of interest511

4.3A.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest515

4.3A.5Application for licence515

4.3A.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications517

4.3A.7Determination of applications517

4.3A.7AProhibition on improper interference520

4.3A.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application520

4.3A.8Issue of licence521

4.3A.8AWagering and betting licence not personal property521

4.3A.9Licence conditions522

4.3A.10Minister may refuse to issue wagering and betting licence if related agreements not entered into522

4.3A.10AARelated agreements with wagering and betting licensee522

4.3A.10ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements523

4.3A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence524

4.3A.11Duration of licence524

4.3A.12Licence may authorise preparatory action525

4.3A.13Premium payment526

4.3A.13APenalty interest for late payment526

4.3A.13BRecovery of amounts527

4.3A.14Publication and tabling527

4.3A.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with wagering and betting528

4.3A.15AAppointment of wagering and betting operator529

4.3A.15BApproval of wholly-owned subsidiary529

4.3A.15CRights and obligations of wagering and betting operator530

Division 3Transfer of licence531

4.3A.16Transfer only under this Division531

4.3A.17Application to transfer licence531

4.3A.18Transfer of wagering and betting licence532

4.3A.19Report to Minister by Commission535

4.3A.20Related agreements536

4.3A.21Publication and tabling536

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence538

4.3A.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence538

4.3A.23Amendment of licence539

4.3A.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence541

4.3A.24Surrender of licence542

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action542

4.3A.26Grounds for disciplinary action542

4.3A.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action544

4.3A.28Minister may take disciplinary action545

4.3A.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings547

4.3A.30Effect of licence suspension547

4.3A.30ADisciplinary and other action against wagering and betting licenseepreparatory action547

Division 6Temporary wagering and bettinglicence548

4.3A.31Temporary wagering and betting licence548

4.3A.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence551

4.3A.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence issued for 90days552

4.3A.33Arrangements with former licensee553

4.3A.34Further provisions for temporary licence553

4.3A.34AARelated agreements with temporary wagering and betting licensee554

4.3A.34ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements555

Division 6ABetting exchanges556

4.3A.34ADefinitions556

4.3A.34BApproval of telecommunication devices by Commission559

4.3A.34CLicensee not to enable betting by way of a betting exchange on races, competitions or events without relevant consent559

4.3A.34DLicensee must conduct a betting exchange by way of certain telecommunication devices560

4.3A.34ECommission or controlling body may request information560

4.3A.34FCompliance with information notice561

4.3A.34GOffences by the wagering and betting licensee as operator of betting exchange561

4.3A.34HOffence by direct participant562

4.3A.34IOffence by a person who has an interest in the outcome of a brokered betting event562

4.3A.34JOffence by the owner of a horse to bet through betting exchange563

4.3A.34KOffence by the owner of a greyhound to bet through betting exchange563

Division 6BRequirements in relation to registeredplayers564

4.3A.34LVerification of registered player's identity564

4.3A.34MWagering and betting funds of registered players564

4.3A.34NDisclosure of names of registered players566

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations567


4.3A.36Secretary may require further information567

4.3A.37Updating information provided to Secretary569

4.3A.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application569

4.3A.39Updating licence transfer application571

4.3A.39ADirections to provide information572

4.3A.39BDirections to licensees573


4.3A.40Powers of Secretary573

Part 4On-course wagering permit574

Division 1Authority of permit574

4.4.1On-course wagering permit574

Division 2Grant of permit574

4.4.2Application for permit574

4.4.3Matters to be considered in determining application575

4.4.4Grant of permit576

4.4.5Permit is non-transferable577

Division 3Conduct of on-course wagering577

4.4.6Compliance with betting rules577

4.4.7Racing industry and licensee577

Division 4Commissions, dividends and taxes577

4.4.8Commissions577

4.4.9Dividends578

4.4.10Wagering tax579

4.4.11Hospitals and Charities Fund579

4.4.12Supervision charge579


4.4.13Unclaimed refunds and dividends580

Part 5Approved betting competitions and sports betting581


4.5.1Definitions581

4.5.2Events and betting competitions that cannot be approved under this Part582

Division 2Approved betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound racing582

4.5.3Approval of betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound races582

4.5.4Notice of approval583

4.5.5Variation and revocation of approval583

Division 3Approval of other events for bettingpurposes584

4.5.6Approval of events for betting purposes584

4.5.7What kinds of events can be approved?584

4.5.8What must Commission consider in approving events?585

4.5.9Designation of sports betting events586

4.5.10Notice and publication requirements586

4.5.11Variation and revocation of approval586

Division 3AApproval of simulated racing events587

4.5.11AApproval of simulated racing events for betting purposes587

4.5.11BWhat must Commission consider in approving simulated racing events?588

4.5.11CNotice and publication requirements588

4.5.11DVariation and revocation of approval589

4.5.11EApproval does not limit Minister's power to approve keno game under Chapter 6A589

Division 4Approval or declaration of sports controlling bodies for sports betting purposes589


4.5.13Objections590

4.5.14Matters to be considered in determining applications for approval591

4.5.15Determination of applications and duration of approval592

4.5.15ADeclaration of sports controlling body from another jurisdiction592


4.5.17Variation and revocation of approval or declaration594

4.5.18Surrender of approval or declaration595

4.5.19Change in situation of sports controlling body595

4.5.20Tribunal reviews595

Division 5Requirements on sports betting providers596

4.5.21What is offering a betting service?596

4.5.22Prohibition on offering betting service without agreement or determination597

4.5.23Agreement of sports controlling body598

4.5.24Application for Commission determination if no sports controlling body agreement598

4.5.25Procedure on application599

4.5.26Determination of Commission599

4.5.27Variation and revocation of determination601

4.5.28Costs of investigating applications602

Division 6Prohibition of betting contingencies relating to events603

4.5.29AADefinition603

4.5.29Commission may prohibit betting on a contingency relating to an event603


4.5.31Offence to offer bets on a contingency relating to an event606

Division 7Monitoring integrity in sports betting607

4.5.32Sports controlling body to notify Commission607

4.5.33Direction to sports controlling body to provide information about integrity mechanisms608

Part 5AAProhibitions or conditions on betting on contingencies609

4.5AA.1Definitions609

4.5AA.2Minister may prohibit or impose conditions on betting on contingencies609

4.5AA.3Matters to consider when prohibiting or imposing conditions on betting on contingencies610

4.5AA.4Notice and publication requirements610

4.5AA.5Taking effect of prohibition or condition611

4.5AA.6Submissions on making or varying a prohibition or condition611

4.5AA.7Disallowance of contingency betting prohibition or condition612

4.5AA.8Offences to offer bets on prohibited betting contingencies and not to comply with conditions on betting contingencies612

Part 5ABookmaker and bookmaking related registrations614


4.5A.2Application for registration as bookmaker614

4.5A.3Application for registration as bookmaker's key employee615

4.5A.4Determination of application for registration as bookmaker615

4.5A.5Determination of application for registration as bookmaker's key employee617

4.5A.6Certificate of registration and identity card617

4.5A.7Duration of registration as bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee618

4.5A.8Nominee of corporation618

4.5A.9Application of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships620

4.5A.10Approval of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships620

4.5A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of registration for a bookmaker622

4.5A.11Conditions of registration622

4.5A.12Amendment of conditions622

4.5A.13Registration renewal623

4.5A.14Disciplinary action against registered bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee624

4.5A.14ASuspension of a bookmaker's registration pending criminal proceedings627

4.5A.14BSuspension of a bookmaker's key employee's registration pending criminal proceedings628

4.5A.15Review by VCAT of registrations as a bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee628

4.5A.16Time limit for applying for review629

4.5A.17Registered bookmaker must not engage convicted person630

Part 6Commissions, dividends and taxes631

Division 1Wagering631

4.6.1Commissions631

4.6.2Dividends631

4.6.3Wagering tax633

4.6.3AWagering tax review636

Division 2Approved betting competitions636

4.6.4Commissionstotalisators636

4.6.5Dividends636

4.6.6TaxApproved betting competitions638

Division 2AApproved simulated racing events639

4.6.6ATaxApproved simulated racing events639

Division 2BBetting exchanges640

4.6.6BTaxBetting exchange commissions640

Division 3Supervision charge641

4.6.7Licensee to pay charge641

4.6.7AWagering and betting licensee to pay charge641


4.6.8Hospitals and Charities Fund642

4.6.9Unclaimed refunds, dividends and prizes642

Part 7Offences644

4.7.1AADefinition644

4.7.2Offences relating to totalisators and approved betting competitions644

4.7.3Tickets purportedly issued by licensee647

4.7.4Offence related to payment of dividends or prizes647


4.7.6Offence to extend credit etc.649

4.7.7Gambling by intoxicated persons prohibited649

4.7.8Appropriate advertising standards required649

4.7.9Prescribed statement to be included in advertisements650

4.7.10Offence to offer inducement to open betting account650


Division 1Banking, accounting and auditing651


4.8.2Banking651

4.8.3Accounts653

4.8.4Books etc. to be kept on the premises654

4.8.5Audit of books, accounts and financial statements656

Division 2Reporting657

4.8.6Submission of reports657

Part 9Other matters659

4.9.1Competition and Consumer Act and Competition Code659

Chapter 5Lotteries662


5.1.1Purposes662

5.1.2Definitions662

5.1.3Application of Chapter663

Part 2Public lotteries664

Division 1Legality of public lotteries664

5.2.1Public lotteries declared lawful664

5.2.1AApproval of computer system etc.664

Division 2Public lottery rules665

5.2.2Lottery rules665

5.2.3When do lottery rules come into force?666

5.2.4Publication and inspection of lottery rules666

5.2.5Disallowance of lottery rules667

Division 3Conduct of public lotteries668

5.2.6Supervision of public lottery draws by Commission's representative668

5.2.7Licensee to record entries669

5.2.9Licensee not to act as credit provider670

5.2.10Non-monetary prizes670

5.2.11Prohibition of certain schemes670

5.2.12Publicity concerning prizewinners671

Part 3Public lottery licences673


5.3.1AADefinitions673

Division 1Number and type of public lottery licences675

5.3.1Minister determines number and type of public lottery licences675

5.3.2Which public lotteries can be licensed?676


5.3.2ARegistration of interest676

5.3.3Application for licence678

5.3.4Report to Minister by Commission679


5.3.5AProhibition on improper interference681

5.3.5BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application681

5.3.6Issue of licence681

5.3.7Licence conditions682

5.3.7AAncillary agreements683

5.3.7BResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence683


5.3.8ALicence may authorise preparatory action684

5.3.9Premium payment685

5.3.10Licence is non-transferable685

5.3.11Publication and tabling686

5.3.12Inspection of licence687

5.3.13Register of licences687

Division 3Appointing subsidiaries to conduct public lotteries687

5.3.14Appointment of subsidiaries687

5.3.15Approval of subsidiary688

5.3.15AEngaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with public lotteries688

Division 4Amending and surrendering licences689

5.3.16Request by licensee for amendment of licence689

5.3.17Notification of other affected licensees689

5.3.18Objection by other licensees690

5.3.19Amendment of licence690

5.3.19AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence692

5.3.20Surrender of licence692

Division 5Disciplinary action692

5.3.21Grounds for disciplinary action692

5.3.22Commission may recommend disciplinary action693

5.3.23Minister may take disciplinary action694

5.3.24Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings695

5.3.25Effect of licence suspension696

5.3.26Application of Division to appointed subsidiaries696

Division 6Temporary public lottery licences696

5.3.27Temporary public lottery licences696

5.3.28Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence699

5.3.28AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence issued for 90days700

5.3.29Arrangements with former licensee700

5.3.30Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of temporary licence701

Part 4Returns to players and taxes702



Division 2Taxes702


5.4.3Public lottery tax703

5.4.4Penalty interest for late payment704

5.4.5Recovery of amounts704

5.4.6Application of tax proceeds705

5.4.7Sharing tax with other jurisdictions705


Division 1Financial recording and reporting708

5.5.1Licensee to keep accounts and records708

5.5.2Annual financial statements708

5.5.6Subsidiaries to comply with Division708

Division 2Other requirements709

5.5.6ADirections to provide information etc.709

5.5.7Directions to licensees710

5.5.8Claims for prize710

5.5.9Unclaimed prizes711

5.5.10Complaints712

Part 7Trade promotion lotteries714

Division 1Legality of trade promotion lotteries714

5.7.1Trade promotion lotteries declared lawful714

5.7.2Conduct of trade promotion lotteries714

Division 4Compliance and offences716

5.7.16AADefinitions716

5.7.16Conducting trade promotion lottery in contravention of Actetc.717

5.7.16AVenue operators must not conduct trade promotion lotteries in relation to gaming717

5.7.18AGaming machine play restrictions to be included trade promotion lottery advertisements718

5.7.18BCommission determinations about the manner of display of gaming machine play restrictions718


5.7.20Commissioner may perform Commission's functions719

Chapter 6Club keno720


6.1.1Purpose720

6.1.2Definitions720

Part 2Club keno games721

Division 1Legality of club keno games721

6.2.1Club keno games conducted by participants are lawful721

6.2.2Authorisation for club keno games721

6.2.3Club keno not subject to Chapter 3721

6.2.4Club Keno games may be conducted in approved venues721

Division 2Conducting club keno games722

6.2.5Sale of tickets722

6.2.6Agents of participants722

6.2.6AApproval of club keno system722

6.2.6BSecurity of certain equipment723

6.2.6CResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct723

6.2.7Defective machinery etc.723

6.2.8Unlawful interference with club keno system724

6.2.9Use of defective club keno machinery etc.724

6.2.10Credit etc.725

6.2.11Club keno rules725

6.2.12Commencement of rules726

6.2.13Publication and inspection of club keno rules726

6.2.14Disallowance of club keno rules727

Part 3Returns to players, taxes and levies729



Division 2Taxes and levies729

6.3.2Duty payable by participants729

6.3.3Hospitals, charities and mental health levy731

Division 3Unclaimed prizes731

6.3.4Unclaimed prizes731


Division 1Accounting records733

6.4.1Accounting records733

Division 2Complaints733

6.4.5Investigation of complaints733

Part 5Approval of subsidiaries735

6.5.1Minister may declare company to be participant735


6.5.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary736

Part 6General739

6.6.1Directions to participants to provide information739

Chapter 6AKeno740


6A.1.1Purpose740

6A.1.2Definitions740

6A.1.3Keno linked jackpot arrangements741

Part 2Keno games742

Division 1Legality of keno games742

6A.2.1Keno games conducted under this Chapter are lawful742

6A.2.2Keno not subject to Chapter 3742

Division 2Conducting keno games742

6A.2.3Sale of tickets742

6A.2.4Agents of licensee742

6A.2.4ATermination of certain agent agreements743

6A.2.5Approval of keno system744

6A.2.6Security of certain equipment745

6A.2.7Defective machinery, equipment and computer systems745

6A.2.8Unlawful interference with keno system746

6A.2.9Use of defective keno machinery, equipment or computer system746

6A.2.10Credit and loans746

6A.2.11Keno rules747

6A.2.12Commencement of rules748

6A.2.13Publication and inspection of keno rules748

6A.2.14Disallowance of keno rules749

Part 2AApproval of games as keno games751

6A.2A.1Approval of keno games for betting purposes751

6A.2A.2Notice and publication requirements752

6A.2A.3Variation and revocation of approval752

6A.2A.4Approval does not limit Commission's power to approve simulated racing events under Chapter4752

Part 3Keno licence753


6A.3.1AADefinitions753

Division 1Authority and number of keno licences755

6A.3.1Authority of keno licence755

6A.3.2One licence755


6A.3.3Registration of interest756

6A.3.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest758

6A.3.5Application for licence758

6A.3.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications760

6A.3.7Determination of applications760

6A.3.7AProhibition on improper interference762

6A.3.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application763

6A.3.8Issue of licence763

6A.3.8AKeno licence not personal property763

6A.3.9Licence conditions764

6A.3.9AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence764

6A.3.10Minister may refuse to issue keno licence if related agreements not entered into764

6A.3.10ARelated agreements with keno licensee764

6A.3.10BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements765

6A.3.11Duration of licence765

6A.3.12Licence may authorise preparatory action766

6A.3.13Premium payment767

6A.3.13APenalty interest for late payment767

6A.3.13BRecovery of amounts767

6A.3.14Publication and tabling768

6A.3.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with keno games769

Division 3Transfer of licence770

6A.3.16Transfer only under this Division770

6A.3.17Application to transfer licence770

6A.3.18Transfer of a keno licence771

6A.3.19Report to Minister by Commission773

6A.3.20Related agreements774

6A.3.21Publication and tabling774

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence776

6A.3.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence776

6A.3.23Amendment of licence777

6A.3.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence779

6A.3.24Surrender of licence780

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action780

6A.3.26Grounds for disciplinary action780

6A.3.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action781

6A.3.28Minister may take disciplinary action783

6A.3.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings784

6A.3.30Effect of licence suspension784

6A.3.30ADisciplinary and other action against keno licenseepreparatory action785

Division 6Temporary keno licence785

6A.3.31Temporary keno licence785

6A.3.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence787

6A.3.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence issued for 90days788

6A.3.33Arrangements with former licensee788

6A.3.34Further provisions for temporary licence789

6A.3.34ARelated agreements with temporary keno licensee790

6A.3.34BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements791

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations791


6A.3.36Secretary may require further information792

6A.3.37Updating information provided to Secretary793

6A.3.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application794

6A.3.39Updating licence transfer application795

6A.3.39ADirections to provide information796

6A.3.39BDirections to licensee797

6A.3.39CClaim for prize797

6A.3.39DUnclaimed prizes798


6A.3.40Powers of Secretary799

Part 4Returns to players, taxes and funds800


6A.4.1Returns to players800

Division 2Taxes800

6A.4.2Duty payable by licensee800

Division 3Supervision charge802

6A.4.3Supervision charge802

Division 4Funds803

6A.4.4Hospitals and Charities Fund and Mental Health Fund803


Division 1Accounting records804

6A.5.1Accounting records804

Division 2Complaints804

6A.5.2Investigation of complaints804

Part 6Other matters805

6A.6.1Trade Practices Act and Competition Code805

Chapter 7Interactive gaming806


7.1.1Purpose806

7.1.2Definitions806

7.1.3Meaning of interactive game808

7.1.4Meaning of approved game810

7.1.5Participating jurisdictions810

7.1.6Territorial application of this Chapter811

Part 2General authorisation for interactivegaming812

7.2.1Lawful activities812

7.2.2Offence to conduct unauthorised interactive gaming812

Part 3Interactive gaming licences814


7.3.1Application for interactive gaming licence814


7.3.3Suitability of applicant to hold interactive gaming licence816

7.3.4Suitability of associates817



7.3.6Changing conditions of licence818

7.3.7Interactive gaming licence non-transferable819

7.3.8Surrender of interactive gaming licence819


7.3.9Definitions819

7.3.10Grounds for disciplinary action820

7.3.11Taking disciplinary action822


7.3.13Suspension of interactive gaming licence pending criminal proceedings823

7.3.14Effect of licence suspension823

Division 3Endorsement of licence823

7.3.15Power to executors, trustees etc. to carry on business under licence823

7.3.16Effect of endorsements824

7.3.17Licence lapses if not endorsed825

Part 4Control of interactive gaming826

Division 1Player registration826

7.4.1Player registration and acceptance of wagers826

7.4.3Verification of player's identity826

Division 2General conduct of interactive gaming827

7.4.4Compliance with certain conditions827

7.4.5Licensed testers to test interactive gaming equipment828

7.4.6Offence for licensed provider to participate etc.828

7.4.7Commission's power to restrict participation in approved games by gaming officials828

7.4.8Licensed provider not to act as credit provider829

Division 3Players' funds and prizes829

7.4.9Players funds829

7.4.10Funds held on behalf of players829

7.4.11Inactive players830

7.4.12Disposal of unclaimed non-monetary prizes830

7.4.13Claims for prize831

7.4.14Monetary prizes not claimed within 2years832

7.4.15Power to withhold prizes in certain cases832

Division 4Responsible gambling measures833

7.4.16Limitation on amount wagered833

7.4.17Self-exclusion order834

Part 5Returns to players and taxes836



Division 2Taxes836


7.5.3Interactive gaming tax837

7.5.4Returns for calculation of tax838

7.5.5Penalty interest for late payment839

7.5.6Recovery of amounts839

7.5.7Revenue offences839


Division 1Directions841

7.6.1Directions841

Division 2Complaint handling841

7.6.2Inquiries about complaints841

Part 8Tribunal reviews844

7.8.1Review by Tribunal844

Chapter 8Community and charitablegaming846


8.1.1Purpose846

8.1.2Definitions846

Part 2Legality of community and charitable gaming849

8.2.1Community and charitable gaming declared lawful849

8.2.2Minor gaming must be in accordance with Chapteretc.849

8.2.3Permit not required for raffle where prize value $5000 or less850

8.2.4Bingo sessions conducted by or on behalf of community or charitable organisations850

8.2.4ABingo sessions conducted by others851

8.2.5Disclosure if raffle proceeds to be paid to or for a political party852

Part 3Community or charitable organisations853

Division 1Community or charitable organisations853

8.3.1Application to be declared as a community or charitable organisation853

8.3.2Commission may require further information etc.853

8.3.3Commission may make declaration854

8.3.4Can the applicant appeal?855

8.3.5Commission to determine appeal855

8.3.6Duration of declaration856

8.3.6ARenewal of declaration856

8.3.7Commission may require organisation to show cause857

8.3.8Organisation may make submissions857

8.3.9Revocation of declaration858

8.3.10Appeal to Supreme Court858

8.3.11Suspension of declaration859

8.3.11AInvestigation of community or charitable organisations860

8.3.11BProvision of information860

Division 2Minor gaming permits862

8.3.12Application for minor gaming permit862

8.3.13Determination of application863

8.3.14What does a minor gaming permit authorise?864

8.3.15Duration of minor gaming permit864

8.3.16Nominee of organisation864

8.3.17Amendment of permit conditions865

8.3.18Appeal866





8.3.22Performance of functions870

Part 4Conduct of community and charitable gaming871

Division 1Lucky envelopes871

8.4.1Lucky envelopes must comply with prescribed standards871

8.4.2Lucky envelopes only to be supplied to permit holder871

Division 2Bingo871

8.4.2ANotification of intention to conduct or cease conducting bingo sessions871

8.4.2BNominees873

8.4.2CNotification of large bingo prizes874

8.4.2DBingo rules874

8.4.2ERules binding unless Commission approves a variation875

8.4.2FCommission may require notification of bingo rules876

8.4.3Bingo equipment must comply with prescribed standards876

8.4.4Restriction on supply of bingo equipment877

8.4.5Braille bingo tickets878

8.4.6Community or charitable organisation may contract with bingo centre operator to conduct bingo878

8.4.7Expenses operators can charge for bingo880

8.4.7APayment of prize money and cashing of cheques880

Division 3Bingo pooling schemes881

8.4.8When can a pooling scheme operate?881

8.4.9Membership of pooling scheme881

8.4.10Pooling scheme rules882

8.4.11Commission may specify matters for rules882

8.4.12Disallowance of rules883

8.4.13Scheme administrator883

8.4.14Amendment of rules884

8.4.15Declaration of interest885

8.4.16Application to political parties885

Division 4Disciplinary action against community or charitable organisations in relation to bingo886




8.4.20Appeal889

Part 5Bingo centres891

Division 1Licensing of bingo centre operators891

8.5.1Requirement to be licensed891

8.5.2Application for licence891

8.5.3Application procedure891

8.5.4Objections892

8.5.5Responsible authority's report893





8.5.9Nominee of licensee895

8.5.10Licence non-transferable898

8.5.11Licence renewal898




8.5.15Effect and maximum period of suspension of bingo centre operator's licence904

8.5.16Suspension of bingo centre operator's licence pending criminal proceedings904

8.5.17Licence document to be surrendered904

8.5.18Provisional bingo centre operator's licence905

Division 3Compliance requirements andmonitoring905

8.5.37Accounts and financial statements905

8.5.38Returns to the Commission906

8.5.42Gaming machines in bingo centres906

Part 5ACommercial raffle organisers907

8.5A.1Definition907

8.5A.2Requirement to be licensed907

8.5A.3Commission may require person to show cause907

8.5A.4Appeal908

8.5A.5Application for licence908

8.5A.6Objections909

8.5A.7Matters to be considered in determining applications910

8.5A.8Determination of application911

8.5A.8AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence912

8.5A.9Duration of licence912

8.5A.10Nominee of licensee912

8.5A.11Licence non-transferable914

8.5A.12Licence renewal914

8.5A.13Amendment of conditions915

8.5A.14Disciplinary action916

8.5A.15Letter of censure919

8.5A.16Effect and maximum period of suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence920

8.5A.17Suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence pending criminal proceedings920

8.5A.18Licence document to be surrendered920

8.5A.19Provisional commercial raffle organiser's licence921

8.5A.23Community or charitable organisation may contract with licensee to conduct raffle921

8.5A.24Expenses licensee can charge for raffle922

8.5A.25Promotion of raffle922

8.5A.26Accounts and financial statements923

8.5A.27Returns to the Commission924

Part 6General compliance requirements925

Division 1Banking and records925

8.6.1Banking925

8.6.2Records926

Division 2Ongoing notification requirements927

8.6.3Change in situation of person or associate927

Part 7Reviews929

8.7.1Tribunal reviews929

Part 8General930

8.8.1Refusal to issue licence or permit930

Chapter 9Onboard gaming932


9.1.1Purpose932

9.1.2Definitions932

9.1.3Application of Chapter933

Part 2Application of Tasmanian Act934

9.2.1Tasmanian Act applies as law of Victoria934

9.2.2Amendment of Schedules934

Part 3Further provisions regulating onboard gaming935

Division 1Legality of onboard gaming935

9.3.1Legality of onboard gaming935

9.3.2Non-applicability of other laws935

Division 2Conduct of onboard gaming936

9.3.3Limit on number of gaming machines936

9.3.4Unlawful interference with gaming equipment936


Division 3Taxes938

9.3.6Revenue-sharing agreement938

Part 4Suspension of Chapter939

9.4.1Suspension of Chapter939

Chapter 9ALicensing of gaming industryemployees940


9A.1.2Authority conferred by a gaming industry employee's licence940

9A.1.3Gaming industry employees to be licensed942

9A.1.4Application for gaming industry employee's licence943

9A.1.5Determination of application944

9A.1.6Conditions of gaming industry employee's licence944

9A.1.7Appeal945

9A.1.8Identification of gaming industry employee946

9A.1.9Provisional licence947

9A.1.10Duration of gaming industry employee's licence948

9A.1.11Renewal of gaming industry employee's licence948

9A.1.12Disciplinary action949

9A.1.13Suspension of gaming industry employee's licence in connection with criminal proceedings951

9A.1.14Effect etc. of suspension951

9A.1.15Return of licence on suspension or cancellation952

9A.1.16Termination of employment on suspension or cancellation of licence952

9A.1.17Licensee to provide information relating to licence952

9A.1.18Compulsory training for certain gaming industry employees953

9A.1.19Venue operator may perform duties of gaming industry employee954

9A.1.20Volunteers at bingo centres955

9A.1.21Casino employees955

9A.1.22Change in situation of licensees956

Chapter 10Administration and enforcement957

Part 1The Commission's functions957

Division 1General functions957

10.1.4Functions of Commission957

10.1.5AStandards for approvals of technical equipment and systems960

10.1.5BStandards relating to certain matters961

10.1.5COperational requirements962

Division 6Confidentiality965


10.1.30General duty of confidentiality967

10.1.31Disclosure in legal proceedings968

10.1.32Other permitted disclosures969

10.1.33Aggregation of statistical information970

10.1.34Third party disclosures971

Part 1AThe Minister and the Secretary972

10.1A.1Nomination of assistants and advisers972

10.1A.2Directions to licence holders to provide information for policy development972

Part 2Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council974

10.2.1Minister may establish Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council974

10.2.2Function of Council974

Part 2AReview Panel975



Division 2Establishment and functions977

10.2A.2Establishment of Review Panel977

10.2A.3Functions and powers of Review Panel977

Division 3Membership of Review Panel980

10.2A.4Membership of Review Panel980

10.2A.5Chairperson980

10.2A.6Other members981

10.2A.7Vacancies and resignation981

10.2A.8Acting chairperson982

Division 4Procedure of Review Panel983

10.2A.9Meetings983

10.2A.10Reports984

10.2A.11Publication of Review Panel reports984

10.2A.12Direction in response to Review Panel's reports987

Part 3Funds988

Division 1Community Support Fund988

10.3.1Community Support Fund988

10.3.2Payments into Community Support Fund988

10.3.3Payments from the Community Support Fund988

10.3.3AAdditional payment from the Community Support Fund990

Division 2Mental Health Fund991

10.3.4Mental Health Fund991

10.3.5Payments into the Mental Health Fund991

10.3.6Payments from the Mental Health Fund991

Part 4Investigations and information gathering by the Commission992

Division 1Investigation of applications992


10.4.2Investigation of application993

10.4.3Photographs, finger prints and palm prints995

10.4.4Police inquiry and report996

10.4.5Commission may require further information etc.998

10.4.6Updating of application1000

10.4.7Costs of investigating applications1002

Division 1AInvestigations of registrations of interest and applications for wagering and betting licence and keno licence1003

10.4.7ADefinitions1003

10.4.7BInvestigations and inquiries1004

10.4.7CPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints1005

10.4.7DPolice inquiry and report1006

10.4.7ECommission may require further information1007

10.4.7FUpdating information1008

10.4.7GCosts of investigating1009

10.4.7HService agreement1009

10.4.7HAPowers of Secretary1010

Division 1BInvestigations of transfers of monitoring licence, wagering and betting licence and keno licence and temporary licensing1010

10.4.7IDefinitions1010

10.4.7JInvestigations and inquiries1011

10.4.7KPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints1012

10.4.7LPolice inquiry and report1012

10.4.7MCommission may require further information1013

10.4.7NUpdating information1015

10.4.7OCosts of investigating1015

Division 1CInvestigations of persons for suitability for invitation, and to apply, for monitoring licence1016

10.4.7PDefinitions1016

10.4.7QInvestigations and inquiries1017

10.4.7RPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints1018

10.4.7SPolice inquiry and report1019

10.4.7TCommission may require further information1020

10.4.7UUpdating information1022

10.4.7VCosts of investigating1022

10.4.7WService agreement1023

10.4.7XPowers of Secretary1023

Division 1DInvestigations of applications for monitoring licence1024

10.4.7YDefinitions1024

10.4.7ZInvestigations and inquiries1024

10.4.7ZAPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints1025

10.4.7ZBPolice inquiry and report1026

10.4.7ZCCommission may require further information1027

10.4.7ZDUpdating information1028

10.4.7ZECosts of investigating1029

10.4.7ZFService agreement1029

10.4.7ZGPowers of Secretary1029

Division 2General investigatory powers ofCommission1030


10.4.10Provision of information1031

Division 3Information gathering for law enforcement purposes1033

10.4.11Information gathering for law enforcement purposes1033

Part 4AMonitoring of relationships withassociates1036

Division 1Interpretation1036


10.4A.2Relevant interests1037

10.4A.3References to the Corporations Act1037

Division 2Notifications in relation to associates1038

10.4A.4Change in situation of gambling industry participants, associatesetc.1038

10.4A.5Notification of Commission of persons who are likely to become associates1038

10.4A.6Notification of Commission of persons who have become associates1039

Division 3Commission approval1039

10.4A.7Prior Commission approval required before certain persons become associates1039

Division 4Termination of associations, warnings and undertakings1040

10.4A.8Termination of association1040

10.4A.9Written warnings and undertakings in relation to conduct of associates1041

Division 5Forfeiture and sale of shares in gambling industry participants1042

10.4A.10Disposal, forfeiture etc. of shares1042

10.4A.11Sale of forfeited shares1044

Division 6Investigations for purposes of Divisions4 and51045

10.4A.12Investigation of associates and others1045

10.4A.13Provision of information to Commission1045

10.4A.14Reports to Minister1047

Part 5Compliance and enforcement1049

Division 1Inspectors1049

10.5.4Police may perform functions of inspectors1049

10.5.5Responsibilities of inspectors while on duty1049

Division 2Functions of inspectors1050

10.5.7Functions of inspectors1050

10.5.8Right of entry1050

10.5.9Powers of inspectors1051

10.5.10Power to require names and addresses1053

10.5.11Inspector to investigate complaints1053

10.5.12Search warrants1054

10.5.13Announcement before entry1056

10.5.14Copy of warrant to be given to occupier or person in charge of vehicle1057

10.5.14ASearch and seizure powers under section 2.6.2 not affected1057

Division 3Offences1058

10.5.15Offences relating to obstruction of inspectors1058

10.5.16False or misleading information1059

10.5.17Impersonation of inspectors or commissioners1060

10.5.18Bribery of authorised person1060

10.5.19Protection against self-incrimination1061

Division 4Infringement notices1062

10.5.20Power to serve a notice1062

10.5.21Prescribed infringement penalty1062

10.5.27Proof of prior convictions1062

Division 5Forfeiture1064

10.5.28Forfeiture1064

10.5.29Seizure and forfeiture of equipment1065

Division 6Prosecutions and evidentiaryprovisions1066

10.5.30Offences by bodies1066

10.5.31Proceedings1066

10.5.32Evidence1067

Part 6Self exclusion programs and Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1069

Division 1Self-exclusion programs1069

10.6.1Ministerial directions as to requirements of selfexclusion programs1069

10.6.2Self-exclusion program additional requirements1069

10.6.3Approval of self-exclusion program1070

10.6.4Obligation on venue operators if requirements in respect of self-exclusion program change1070

10.6.4AVenue operator may apply to Commission to approve amended self-exclusion program1071

Division 2Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1071

10.6.5Definition1071

10.6.6Ministerial directions as to requirements of Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1072

10.6.7Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct additional requirements1073

10.6.8Approval of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct1073

10.6.9Obligation on relevant persons if requirements in respect of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct change1074

10.6.9ARelevant person may apply to Commission to approve amended Code of Conduct1075


10.6.10Reports to Minister1075

Part 7Minors1077


10.7.2Application of Part1079

10.7.3Offences in respect of allowing a minor to gamble1080

10.7.4Offence to assist minor to gamble1081

10.7.5Offence by minor to gamble1081

10.7.6Offences in respect of minors in a gaming machine area or casino1081

10.7.7Offence by minor to enter gaming machine area or casino1082

10.7.8Offence by minor using false evidence of age1082

10.7.9Notices to be displayed1083

10.7.10Supervision of vending machines1083

10.7.11No offence if gambling employee a minor1083

10.7.12Defences1084

10.7.13Proof of age may be required1084

Chapter 11General1086

Part 1Administrative provisions1086

Division 1Service of documents1086

11.1.1Service of documents on Commission1086

11.1.2Service of documents on other persons1086

Division 2Records and forms1087

11.1.3Records not kept in writing1087

11.1.4Sufficient compliance with approved forms1087


11.1.5Destruction of finger prints and palm prints1088

11.1.6Refund of fees1089

11.1.7Supreme Courtlimitation of jurisdiction1089

11.1.8No entitlement to or legitimate expectation of licence1089

Part 2Regulations1091

11.2.1Regulations1091

Chapter 12Amendments, repeals and transitional and other provisions1094

Part 2Transitional provisions1095

12.2.1Transitional provisions1095

Part 3Tattersall's1096

12.3.1Definition1096

12.3.2Transfer of Trustees' gaming operator's licence1096

12.3.3Transfer of Trustees' public lottery licence1098

Schedules1102

Schedule 1Subject matter for regulations1102

Schedule 2Modifications of Tasmanian Act1113

Schedule 3Modifications of Tasmanianregulations1116

Schedule 4Forms for Chapter 21117

Schedule 5Municipal districts within metropolitan Melbourne1120

Schedule 7Transitional provisions1122

Endnotes1222

1General information1222

2Table of Amendments1224

3Amendments Not in Operation1235

4Explanatory details1261

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Version No. 074

Gambling Regulation Act2003

No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at15 March 2018

1

The Parliament of Victoria enacts as follows:

Chapter 1Preliminary

1.1Purpose, objectives and outline

S. 1.1(1) amended by No. 58/2011 s.69(1).

(1)The main purpose of this Act is to re-enact and consolidate the law relating to various forms of gambling.

(2)The main objectives of this Act are

(a)to foster responsible gambling in order to

(i)minimise harm caused by problem gambling; and

(ii)accommodate those who gamble without harming themselves or others;

S. 1.1(2)(ab) inserted by No. 71/2008 s.3(a).

(ab)to ensure that minors are neither encouraged to gamble nor allowed to do so;

(b)to ensure that gaming on gaming machines is conducted honestly;

S.1.1(2)(c) amendedby No.58/2009 s.112(1).

(c)to ensure that the management of gaming equipment and monitoring equipment is free from criminal influence and exploitation;

(d)to ensure that other forms of gambling permitted under this or any other Act are conducted honestly and that their management is free from criminal influence and exploitation;

(e)to ensure that

S. 1.1(2)(e)(i) substituted by No. 71/2008 s.3(b).

(i)community and charitable gaming benefits the community or charitable organisation concerned;

(ii)practices that could undermine public confidence in community and charitable gaming are eliminated;

(iii)bingo centre operators do not act unfairly in providing commercial services to community or charitable organisations;

(f)to promote tourism, employment and economic development generally in the State.

(3)In outline, this Act

(a)generally prohibits gambling and activities relating to gambling unless authorised under this Act or the Casino Control Act 1991;

(b)provides for the conduct under licence of gaming on gaming machines at approved venues and the casino;

(c)provides for the licensing of wagering and betting competitions, including on-course wagering;

S. 1.1(3)(d) amended by No. 64/2014 s.3.

(d)provides for the conduct under licence of public lotteries and the conduct of trade promotion lotteries;

(e)provides for the conduct of club keno games;

(f)provides for the conduct under licence of interactive gaming;

S.1.1(3)(g) amendedby No.58/2009 s.112(2).

(g)provides for the conduct of activities authorised under Chapter 8 by community or charitable organisations;

(h)provides for the licensing of bingo centre

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