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Gambling Regulation Act 2003

Gambling Regulation Act 2003No. 114 of 2003

Version No. 066


No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at1 May 2016

table of provisions

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Chapter 1Preliminary1

1.1Purpose, objectives and outline1

1.2Commencement3

1.3Definitions4

1.3AAMeaning of gambling43

1.3AWhat is intoxication?45

1.3BMeaning of electronic monitoring system45

1.4Who is an associate?46

1.5Money invested48

1.6Act binds the Crown48

Chapter 2General prohibitions and authorisations49

Part 1Introduction49

2.1.1Purposes49

2.1.2Definitions49

Part 2Gambling53

Division 1Unauthorised gambling53

2.2.1Prohibition against unauthorised gambling53

2.2.2Recovery of money lost in unauthorised gambling54

Division 2Authorised gambling54

2.2.3Authorisation for games at amusement centres, fetes, carnivalsetc.54

2.2.4Authorisation for two-up on ANZAC Day55

2.2.5Authorisation for betting games on approved foot or bicycle races56

2.2.6Approved Calcutta Sweepstakes permitted56

2.2.7Suspension or revocation of approval to conduct Calcutta Sweepstakes57

Division 3Advertising of unauthorised gambling58

2.2.8Prohibition against advertising unauthorised gambling58

Part 4Gaming or wagering agreements60

2.4.1Unauthorised gaming or wagering contracts are void60

Part 5Places provided for unauthorised gambling61

Division 5ARegulation of publication and use of race fields62

2.5.20Prohibition against providing place for unauthorised gambling63

2.5.21Warrant to enter place provided for unauthorised gambling and search and seize on premises63

2.5.22Offence to obstruct the entry of authorised police officers65

2.5.23Obstructing entry to be evidence of place being provided for unauthorised gambling66

2.5.25Power of owner to evict occupier of place provided for unauthorised gambling67

2.5.26Cancellation of notice to quit68

2.5.27Declaration of place provided for unauthorised gambling68

2.5.28Application for rescission by owner etc.69

2.5.29Application for rescission by police70

2.5.30Notice in the Government Gazette70

2.5.31Other notices of declaration71

2.5.32Persons found etc. in declared place72

2.5.33Convicted persons found in declared place73

2.5.35Liability of owner73

2.5.36Liability of occupier74

2.5.37Additional penalty for continuing offences74

2.5.38Entry by police75

2.5.40Procedure where place is entered under a warrantetc.76

2.5.41Persons required to be examined as witnesses making a full discovery to receive a certificate78

2.5.42Indemnity of witnesses79

2.5.43Persons found in place provided for unauthorised gambling79

Part 5ABanning irresponsible gambling products and practices81

Division 1Introduction81

2.5A.1Definitions81

Division 2Interim ban orders81

2.5A.2Minister may make interim ban order81

2.5A.3Duration of interim ban order82

2.5A.4Minister to direct Commission to investigate82

Division 3Fixed term ban orders83

2.5A.5Investigation by Commission83

2.5A.6Notice of investigation83

2.5A.7Submissions84

2.5A.8Report on investigation84

2.5A.9Fixed term ban order85

2.5A.10Duration of fixed term ban order86

2.5A.11Revocation of fixed term ban order86

2.5A.12Disallowance of fixed term ban order86

Division 4Effect of ban orders87

2.5A.13Offence to breach ban order87

Division 5General87

2.5A.14No compensation87

Part 6General88

2.6.3Money stolen and paid away in bets is recoverable88

2.6.5Evidence as to offences88

2.6.7Vicarious liability90

2.6.9Entry of police to public places91

Chapter 3Gaming machines92


3.1.1Purpose92

3.1.2Definitions93

3.1.3Machines may be declared to be gaming machines97

3.1.4Conduct of gaming and playing gaming machines97

3.1.4AConduct of monitoring98

3.1.5Application of Chapter to casino operator98

3.1.6Application of Chapter to tabaret premises100

3.1.6AApplication of Chapter to tabaret premises100

Part 2General authorisation for gaming on gaming machines101

Division 1Legality of gaming machine gaming101

3.2.1Gaming in approved venue declared lawful101

3.2.2Possession of gaming equipment or monitoring equipment may be authorised101

Division 2Ministerial directions, regional limits and municipal limits103

3.2.3Ministerial directions as to requirements for gaming machines103

3.2.4Regions for gaming machines105

3.2.5No compensation payable105

Part 2AOwnership and related person restrictions106

Division 1Interpretation106

3.2A.1Definitions106

Division 2Ownership and related person licensee restrictions107

3.2A.2Restrictions for venue operators and related persons107

3.2A.3Monitoring restrictions for persons listed on the Roll and related persons107

3.2A.4Other restrictions for persons listed on the Roll and related persons108

3.2A.5Restrictions for the monitoring licensee and related persons109

3.2A.6Restrictions for a casino operator109

Division 3Gaming machine entitlement prohibited interests110

3.2A.7Prohibited interests in gaming machine entitlements110

Part 3Approval of premises for gaming112


3.3.1Outline of Part112

Division 2Premises approvals112

3.3.2Which premises may be approved as suitable for gaming?112

3.3.3Which premises may be approved for 24hour gaming?113

3.3.4Application for approval of premises113

3.3.5Proposed application must be given to relevant responsible authority before application is made115

3.3.5AACommission to notify relevant responsible authority of receipt of application115

3.3.5ABAmendment of application for premises approval115

3.3.5ANo change permitted to number of gaming machines sought in application after certain period116

3.3.5BRelevant responsible authority must notify Commission of intention to make submission116

3.3.6Responsible authority may make submission116

3.3.7Matters to be considered in determining applications118

3.3.8Determination of application118

3.3.9Conditions of approval120

3.3.10Duration of approval122

3.3.11Variation of approval122

3.3.12Revocation of approval122

3.3.13Automatic revocation of approval123

3.3.14Tribunal review of approval123

3.3.15Surrender of approval124

3.3.15AOne venue operator for an approved venue124

Division 3Modification of gaming machine areas124

3.3.16Modification of gaming machine areas124

3.3.17Appeal125

Part 4Licensing of operators and monitors and listing of manufacturers, suppliers and testers126

Division 1Authority conferred by licences and listing126

3.4.1Authority conferred by venue operator's licence126

3.4.1AVenue operator's licence is not a gaming operator's licence or gaming licence128

3.4.1BVenue operator must comply with standards and operational requirements128

3.4.2Authority conferred by gaming operator's licence129

3.4.3Application of Partgaming operator's licences130

3.4.4Authority conferred by monitoring licence131

3.4.4AMonitoring licence is not a gaming operator's licence or gaming licence134

3.4.4BMonitoring licensee must comply with standards and operational requirements135

3.4.5Authority conferred by listing on the Roll136

3.4.6Offence to breach licence conditions139

3.4.7Offence to breach condition of listing on Roll139

Division 2Venue operator's licence139

3.4.8Application for venue operator's licence139

3.4.9Gaming operator may be granted a hotel venue operator's licence142

3.4.10Objections142


3.4.12Determination of applications and duration of licence145

3.4.12ASelf-exclusion program is a condition of licence146

3.4.12BResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence146

3.4.12CAmendment of self-exclusion program or Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct147

3.4.13Register of venue operators and approved venues147

3.4.13AVenue operator to give Commission certain information about where gaming will be conducted under gaming machine entitlements148

3.4.14Nominee of licensee149

3.4.15Venue operator's licence is non-transferable151

3.4.16Renewal of venue operator's licence151

3.4.17Amendment of conditions152

3.4.18Proposal of amendment by venue operator154

3.4.18ACommission to notify municipal council of receipt of proposal155

3.4.18BAmendment of proposal to increase number of gaming machines permitted in an approved venue155

3.4.18CMunicipal council must notify Commission of intention to make submission156

3.4.19Submissions on proposed amendments156

3.4.20Consideration and making of amendment157

3.4.21Tribunal review of amendment increasing number of gaming machines160

3.4.22Removal of approved venue if liquor licence is cancelled etc.161

3.4.23Notification of certain changes161

3.4.24Endorsement of licence and Register162

3.4.25Disciplinary action against venue operator164

3.4.26Letter of censure168

3.4.27Suspension of venue operator's licence pending criminal proceedings168

3.4.27ANo authority to conduct gaming if venue operator's licence suspended or cancelled169

3.4.28Provisional venue operator's licence170

Division 2AVenue operators and venue agreements170

3.4.28AAApplication of Division170

3.4.28ADefinitions170

3.4.28BCommission may declare certain agreements to be reviewable venue agreements171

3.4.28CEntering into prohibited venue agreement prohibited172

3.4.28DProhibited venue agreements are void172

3.4.28ECommission may issue written notice directing venue operators to give it copies of reviewable venue agreements172

3.4.28FNo compensation payable172

Division 3Gaming operator's licence173

3.4.29Gaming operator's licence173

3.4.30Premium payment173

3.4.31Matters to be considered in determining grant of licence173

3.4.31APre-commitment mechanisms required for prescribed gaming machines1December 2010 to 30November 2015175

3.4.32Duration of licence175

3.4.33Entitlement of former licensee on grant of new licence176


3.4.35Gaming operator's licence is non-transferable178

3.4.36Disciplinary action178

3.4.37Cancellation of gaming operator's licence179

Division 3BFurther licensing restrictions and requirements181

3.4.37KDefinitions181

3.4.37LRestrictions on directors of licensee or operator181

3.4.37MLicensee and others not to be associated with certain activities182

3.4.37NChange in situation of licensee or operator183

Division 4Monitoring licence185

3.4.38Definitions185

3.4.39One licence188

3.4.40Minister may invite applications188

3.4.41Secretary may report on suitability of persons Minister is considering to invite to apply for licence189

3.4.41AConsent required for reports and investigations189

3.4.42Application for monitoring licence190

3.4.43Report to Minister by Secretary on applications191

3.4.44Determination of applications192

3.4.45Prohibition on improper interference193

3.4.45AProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application194

3.4.46Issue of licence194

3.4.46AMonitoring licence not personal property194

3.4.47Licence conditions194

3.4.48Minister may refuse to issue monitoring licence if related agreements not entered into195

3.4.48ARelated agreements with monitoring licensee195

3.4.48BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements196

3.4.48CLimitation of monitoring licensee's civil liability196

3.4.48DRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister197

3.4.48EMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements197

3.4.49Responsible gambling directions198

3.4.49AMonitoring licensee must establish and maintain approved linked jackpot trust accounts198

3.4.49BOperation of multiple venue linked jackpot arrangements without approved linked jackpot trust account prohibited198

3.4.49CPayments out of approved linked jackpot trust accounts199


3.4.51Extension of licence200

3.4.52Licence may authorise preparatory action200

3.4.53Publication and tabling202

3.4.54Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with monitoring203

3.4.55Transfer only under this Division203

3.4.56Application to transfer licence204

3.4.57Transfer of monitoring licence205

3.4.58Report to Minister by Commission207

3.4.59Related agreements208

3.4.59APublication and tabling208

3.4.59BRequest by licensee for amendment of licence210

3.4.59CAmendment of licence211

3.4.59CAProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence213

3.4.59DGrounds for disciplinary action213

3.4.59ECommission may take or recommend disciplinary action214

3.4.59FMinister may take disciplinary action216

3.4.59GSuspension of licence217

3.4.59GADisciplinary and other action against monitoring licenseepreparatory action218

3.4.59HEffect of licence suspension219

3.4.59ITemporary monitoring licence219

3.4.59JReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence221

3.4.59JAReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence issued for 90 days222

3.4.59KArrangements with former licensee222

3.4.59LFurther provisions for temporary licence223

3.4.59LARelated agreements with temporary licensee224

3.4.59LBNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements225

3.4.59LCLimitation of temporary licensee's civil liability225

3.4.59LDRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister226

3.4.59LEMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements226

3.4.59LFAppointment of a monitoring services provider if monitoring licence not granted226

3.4.59LGAppointment of a monitoring services provider after monitoring licence suspended or cancelled229

3.4.59MSecretary may require further information233

3.4.59NUpdating information provided to Secretary234

3.4.59OUpdating information provided to Minister regarding licence application235

3.4.59PUpdating licence transfer application236

3.4.59QNo compensation payable for certain acts and omissions237

3.4.59RCompetition and Consumer Act and Competition Code238

Division 7Roll of Manufacturers, Suppliers and Testers239

3.4.60The Roll239

3.4.61Application to be listed on Roll240

3.4.62Objections242


3.4.64Imposition and amendment of conditions244



3.4.67Voluntary removal from Roll248

3.4.68Payments etc. to venue operator unlawful248

3.4.68APublication of standard price lists249

Part 4AGaming machine entitlements250

Division 1Requirement to hold gaming machine entitlements and authority conferred by them250

3.4A.1Requirement to hold gaming machine entitlements250

3.4A.2Authority conferred by gaming machine entitlements251

Division 2Gaming machine entitlement allocation and transfer rules252

3.4A.3Gaming machine entitlement allocation and transfer rules252

3.4A.4Directions to the Commission in relation to allocation and transfers of gaming machine entitlements253

Division 3Creation and allocation of gaming machine entitlements253

3.4A.5Minister may create and allocate gaming machine entitlements253

3.4A.5AReview of regional and municipal limits for gaming machine entitlements256

3.4A.5BGaming machine entitlement not personal property257

3.4A.6Minister may refuse to allocate gaming machine entitlement if related agreements not entered into257

3.4A.6ADirections in relation to related agreements with Minister258

3.4A.6BNo compensation payable because of direction to enter related agreements under section 3.4A.6A258

3.4A.7Duration of gaming machine entitlements259

3.4A.8Gaming machine entitlements to be noted on Register260

3.4A.9Gaming machine entitlements may authorise preparatory action260

3.4A.10States rights in relation to allocated gaming machine entitlements262

3.4A.11No entitlement to or legitimate expectation of approval of venue262

3.4A.11ARelated agreements between venue operators and monitoring licensee263

3.4A.11BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements under section3.4A.11A264

3.4A.11CPayments for gaming machine entitlements must be made to Commission264

Division 4Amendment of gaming machine entitlement conditions264

3.4A.12Request for amendment of geographic area condition or venue condition264

3.4A.13Commission decision on the request265

3.4A.14Commission must record amendment in Register266

Division 5Transfer of gaming machine entitlements266

3.4A.15Fee payable for gaming machine entitlement transfers266

3.4A.16Gaming machine entitlements cannot be transferred to persons other than venue operators267

3.4A.17Gaming machine entitlements must be transferred in accordance with allocation and transfer rules267

3.4A.17ARelated agreements must be entered into before gaming machine entitlement may be transferred268

3.4A.18Gaming machine entitlements that are transferred before specified date268

3.4A.19Exemption from requirement to pay 75% of prescribed profit obtained on transfer269

3.4A.20Hospitals and Charities Fund270

Division 5APurchase by the State of gaming machine entitlements270

3.4A.20AApplication of Division270

3.4A.20BCommission to determine excess gaming machine entitlements271

3.4A.20CMinisterial Order for purchase of gaming machine entitlements271

3.4A.20DDeterminations for purpose of Division272

3.4A.20EInitial offers by State for purchase of gaming machine entitlements274

3.4A.20FFurther reduction of gaming machine entitlements274

3.4A.20GFurther offers by State for purchase of gaming machine entitlements276

3.4A.20HExtinguishment of gaming machine entitlements purchased for purpose of State limit reduction277

3.4A.20IExtinguishment on reduction of State limit277

3.4A.20JNo compensation payable278

Division 5BExtinguishment of unallocated or forfeited entitlements on reduction of State limit278

3.4A.20KMinisterial Order for extinguishment278

3.4A.20LEffect of Order279

3.4A.20MNo compensation payable280

Division 6Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements not used for conduct of gaming280

3.4A.21Definition280

3.4A.22Meaning of relevant holding period280

3.4A.23Gaming under gaming machine entitlements must be commenced within relevant holding period281

3.4A.24Gaming machine entitlements forfeited to State if gaming not commenced within relevant holding period281

3.4A.25Commission may extend relevant holding period282

Division 7Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following disciplinary action, surrender of licence or expiry283

3.4A.26Gaming machine entitlements forfeited if venue operator's licence cancelled, surrendered or not renewed283

Division 8Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following default under related agreement284

3.4A.27Gaming machine entitlements forfeited if venue operator defaults under related agreement284

Division 8AForfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following offers to purchase those entitlements285

3.4A.27AForfeiture to Stateafter reduction of regional or municipal district limit285

Division 9Extinguishment of interests and rights in gaming machine entitlements286

3.4A.28Extinguishment286

3.4A.29No compensation payable because of extinguishment286

Division 10Forfeited gaming machine entitlements286

3.4A.30Application of Division286

3.4A.31No compensation payable because of forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements286

3.4A.32Amounts owed to the State in relation to gaming machine entitlements become immediately payable287

3.4A.33Payment of proceeds from forfeited gaming machine entitlements that are allocated again287

Division 11General288

3.4A.34Competition and Consumer Act and Competition Code authorisation288

Part 5Control of gaming290

Division 1Manufacturing and obtaining gaming machines290

3.5.1Manufacture, sale, supply, obtaining or possession of gaming machines290

3.5.2Gaming machine contracts to be approved by Commission292

Division 2Controls over gaming machines and games293

3.5.3Commission's standards for gaming machine types and games293

3.5.4Approval of gaming machine types and games293

3.5.5Variation of gaming machine types and games294

3.5.6Withdrawal of approval296

3.5.7Linked jackpots unlawful without approval297

3.5.7ALinked jackpot arrangements unlawful without approval298

3.5.7BApproval of linked jackpot arrangements298

3.5.7CWithdrawal of approval300

3.5.8Identification of machines301

3.5.9Gaming prohibited on unprotected devices302

3.5.10Unlawful interference with equipment or systems302

3.5.11Protection of sensitive areas of gaming equipment or monitoring equipment303

3.5.12Testing of electronic monitoring system305

3.5.13Approval of electronic monitoring systems307

3.5.15Installation and storage of gaming machines308

3.5.16Certificates of installationgaming equipment and monitoring equipment309

3.5.17Offence to play gaming machine not installed as authorised311

3.5.17AGaming machines must be connected to approved electronic monitoring system311

3.5.17BGaming machines must be connected to approved electronic monitoring system311

3.5.17COffence to interfere with an electronic monitoring system312

3.5.18Gaming only permitted in gaming machine areas312

3.5.19Gaming tokens312

3.5.20Malfunction of gaming machines313

3.5.21Defective gaming machines not allowed313

3.5.22After hours gaming314

3.5.23The Commission's rules315

3.5.24Disallowance of rules316

3.5.25Inspection of rules317

3.5.26Rules to be enforced318

3.5.27Commission may give directions318

3.5.28Inducements, cheating etc.319

Division 3Responsible gaming measures321

Subdivision 1General measures321

3.5.29Banning large denomination note acceptors and autoplay facilities321

3.5.30Spin rates321

3.5.31Credit etc.322

3.5.32Limiting withdrawals and advances from cash facilities322

3.5.33Payment of accumulated credits and cashing of cheques323

3.5.33APlaying of gaming machines by intoxicated persons prohibited324

Subdivision 2Automatic teller machine and alternative cash access facility measures325

3.5.33BDefinitions325

3.5.33CAutomatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities prohibited in approved venues not on racecourses326

3.5.33DLimiting placement of automatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities on racecourses326

3.5.33EApplication for approval327

3.5.33FApprovals327

3.5.33GMinisterial directions as to approvals328

3.5.33HConditions of approvals329

3.5.33IAmendment of conditions of approvalsApplications by venue operators330

3.5.33JReview of approvals330

3.5.33KAmendment of conditions of approvalsBy the Commission332

3.5.33LFunctions and powers under this Subdivision may be performed or exercised by a single Commissioner332

3.5.33MAppeal332

3.5.33NNo compensation payable333

Division 4Gaming machine advertising333

3.5.34AAProhibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by or on behalf of venue operators and casino operators333

3.5.34ABProhibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by or on behalf of gaming operators335

3.5.34ACProhibition on printing gaming machine advertising on player cards337

3.5.34Prohibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by others338

3.5.35Prohibition on displaying gaming machine related signs340

3.5.35AResponsible gambling signs341

Division 5Loyalty schemes341

3.5.36Preconditions for allowing participation in loyalty scheme341

3.5.36AContent of written statement342

3.5.36BSetting limits under loyalty scheme343

3.5.36CExcluded persons344

3.5.36DLoyalty scheme must use same equipment as pre-commitment system345

3.5.37Player activity statements347

3.5.38Suspension of person who fails to collect their player activity statement348

3.5.39Opting out of loyalty schemes349

3.5.40No advertising to people suspended or removed from loyalty schemes349

3.5.41Loyalty scheme participant information351

Division 6Removal of people from approved venues352

3.5.42Application of Division352

3.5.43Removal of certain persons352

Part 6Returns to players, levies and taxes354

Division 1Returns to players354

3.6.1Returns to players354

3.6.1AReturns to players on expiry of gaming operator's licences354

Division 2Taxes and levies355

3.6.2Definitions355

3.6.3Health benefit levy356

3.6.3AHealth benefit levyfinancial year 2012 to 2013357

3.6.4Hypothecation of health benefit levy358

3.6.5Holder of gaming operator's licence to pay supervision charge358

3.6.5AVenue operators to pay supervision charge358

3.6.6Taxation359

3.6.6ATaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with pub licences361

3.6.6BTaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with club licences363

3.6.7Additional tax for holder of gaming operator's licence366

3.6.8Declaration for club venue operators to pay different tax in some circumstances367

3.6.9Community benefit statements369

3.6.9AMinisterial directions as to requirements of community benefit statements372

3.6.10Interest on late payment372

3.6.11Hospitals and charities and mental health levy373

3.6.12Payment to Community Support Fund374

Division 3Unclaimed winnings375

3.6.13Unclaimed winnings375

Part 7Compliance requirements377


3.7.1Definition377

3.7.2Application of Part377

Division 2Banking, accounting and auditing377

3.7.3Banking377

3.7.4Accounting records378

3.7.5Books etc. to be kept on the premises379

Division 2AApproved linked jackpot trust account compliance requirements380

3.7.6Banking380

3.7.6AAAccounting records in relation to approved linked jackpot trust accounts381

3.7.6ABFunctions of Commission under this Division may be performed by any commissioner381

Division 3Other requirements382

3.7.6ADirections to gaming operator to provide informationetc.382

3.7.6BDirections to monitoring licensee to provide informationetc.383

3.7.6CNo compensation payable384

3.7.6DDirections to monitoring licensee384

Part 8Legacy monitoring systems386

Division 1Preliminary386

3.8.1Definitions386

3.8.2Meaning of legacy monitoring system387

3.8.3Meaning of specified monitoring system information387

3.8.4Authorised persons388

Division 2Information gathering powers388

3.8.5Minister may direct legacy monitoring system owners to provide information and documents388

Division 3Due diligence powers389

3.8.6Access notice389

3.8.7Access powers390

3.8.8What can the Minister or authorised person do after service of access notice?391

3.8.9Specified persons must give information to Minister or authorised persons392

3.8.10Direction to provide reasonable assistance394

3.8.11Offences relating to obstruction of Minister or authorised persons396

Division 4Other matters396

3.8.12No compensation payable396

3.8.13Compliance with certain directions is not a breach of contract, breach of confidence or any other civil wrong396

Part 8APre-commitment from 1December2015397



Division 2Pre-commitment direction, approval and testing398

3.8A.2Pre-commitment direction398

3.8A.3Monitoring licensee must not provide unapproved pre-commitment system399

3.8A.4Commission may approve precommitment system399

3.8A.5Testing of pre-commitment system400

Division 3Obligations of monitoring licensee, venue operators and casino operators401


3.8A.7Certificates of installationplayer account equipment and parts of a precommitment system401

3.8A.8Monitoring licensee must ensure that precommitment system complies with standards and operational requirements402

3.8A.9Player account equipment must comply with regulations and standards403

3.8A.10Offence for operator failing to ensure proper installation of player account equipment404

3.8A.11Player cards must comply with regulations and standards404

3.8A.12Operators must ensure functioning of player account equipment and connection to pre-commitment system405

3.8A.13Offence for operator to permit gaming on gaming machine using alternative limit setting scheme406

Division 4Related agreements406


3.8A.15Related agreement between monitoring licensee and venue operator or casino operator407

3.8A.16Related agreement between Minister and venue operator or casino operator407

3.8A.17Content of direction408

3.8A.18Direction to enter into related agreement must be complied with408

3.8A.19No compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreement under section3.8A.15 or3.8A.16408

Division 4AStandard venue conditions409

3.8A.19AMinister may determine standard venue conditions409

3.8A.19BPublication and effect of standard venue conditions409

3.8A.19CNo compensation for determination of standard venue conditions410

Division 5Provision of information410


3.8A.21Directions to monitoring licensee to provide information concerning precommitment410

3.8A.22No compensation payable411

3.8A.23Provision of information for research purposes411

Division 6Confidentiality411

3.8A.24Definition411

3.8A.25Restriction on disclosure of pre-commitment information411

3.8A.25ADisclosure to courts and tribunals permitted with Ministerial approval412

3.8A.26Disclosure with consent permitted412

3.8A.27Disclosure to enforcement agencies permitted412

3.8A.28Disclosure for performance of functions412

3.8A.29Disclosure of lawfully publicly available information permitted412

3.8A.30Disclosure of de-identified information for research purposes413

Part 9General414

Division 1Declared operator of gaming operator's licence414

3.9.1Minister may declare company to be operator414

3.9.2Application for approval415

3.9.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary415


3.9.4Prohibition on recovery of costs of investigating persons on Roll or their associates416

3.9.5Appeals417

3.9.6Injunctions to prevent contraventions etc.418

Chapter 4Wagering and betting420


4.1.1Purpose420

4.1.2Definitions421

4.1.3Exemption of totalisators423

Part 2General authorisation for wagering and betting425

Division 1Legality of wagering and betting425

4.2.1Wagering and approved betting competitions425

4.2.1AConduct of betting exchanges425

4.2.2Use of totalisator lawful425

4.2.3Approval of totalisator equipment426

Division 1ARegulation of publication and use of race fields427

4.2.3ARestrictions on publication and use of race fields427

4.2.3BApplication for race field publication and use approval428

4.2.3CPublication and use approval428

4.2.3DTribunal review430

4.2.3ECompetition and Consumer Act and Competition Code431

Division 2Betting rules432

4.2.4Totalisator or approved betting competition not to be conducted without rules432

4.2.4ABetting exchange rules432

4.2.5Licensee to make betting rules433

4.2.6Disallowance of betting rules or betting exchange rules436

4.2.7Commission may direct wagering and betting licensee to deal with certain bets437

Division 3Conduct of wagering and betting by wagering and betting licensee438

4.2.8Acceptance of wagers and bets438

4.2.9Agents of licensee438

4.2.10Investigation of complaints439

4.2.11Termination of certain agent agreements440

Part 3Wagering licence and gaming licence442

Division 1Authority of licences442

4.3.1Wagering licence442

4.3.2Gaming licence442

4.3.3One licence442

4.3.4Licences non-transferable443

4.3.4AApplication of Part443

Division 2Grant of licences443

4.3.5Application for licences443

4.3.6Matters to be considered in determining application444

4.3.7Recommendation on application445

4.3.8Grant of licences446

4.3.9Duration of licences and licence conditions447

4.3.10Amendment of licence conditions447

4.3.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence447

4.3.11Powers of licensee under Corporations Act not affected447

Division 3Entitlement of former licensee448

4.3.12Entitlement of former licensee on grant of new licences448

4.3.13What is the licence value of the former licences?448

4.3.14When must the payment be made?450

Division 4Operators451

4.3.15Appointment of operators451


4.3.17Approval of wholly-owned subsidiary452

Division 6Further licensing restrictions and requirements453

4.3.28Restrictions on directors of licensee or operator453

4.3.29Licensee and others not to be associated with certain activities454

Division 7Disciplinary action and cancellation455


4.3.32Cancellation of both licences456

4.3.33Appointment of temporary licensee if licence cancelled458

Division 8Further obligation to provide information459

4.3.34Directions to wagering licensee to provide information459

Part 3AWagering and betting licence461

Division 1AAInterpretation461

4.3A.1AADefinitions461

Division 1Authority and number of wagering and betting licences463

4.3A.1Authority of wagering and betting licence463

4.3A.2One licence464

Division 2Licensing procedure464

4.3A.3Registration of interest464

4.3A.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest468

4.3A.5Application for licence468

4.3A.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications470

4.3A.7Determination of applications470

4.3A.7AProhibition on improper interference473

4.3A.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application473

4.3A.8Issue of licence474

4.3A.8AWagering and betting licence not personal property474

4.3A.9Licence conditions475

4.3A.10Minister may refuse to issue wagering and betting licence if related agreements not entered into475

4.3A.10AARelated agreements with wagering and betting licensee475

4.3A.10ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements476

4.3A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence477

4.3A.11Duration of licence477

4.3A.12Licence may authorise preparatory action478

4.3A.13Premium payment479

4.3A.13APenalty interest for late payment479

4.3A.13BRecovery of amounts480

4.3A.14Publication and tabling480

4.3A.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with wagering and betting481

4.3A.15AAppointment of wagering and betting operator482

4.3A.15BApproval of wholly-owned subsidiary482

4.3A.15CRights and obligations of wagering and betting operator483

Division 3Transfer of licence484

4.3A.16Transfer only under this Division484

4.3A.17Application to transfer licence484

4.3A.18Transfer of wagering and betting licence485

4.3A.19Report to Minister by Commission488

4.3A.20Related agreements489

4.3A.21Publication and tabling489

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence491

4.3A.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence491

4.3A.23Amendment of licence492

4.3A.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence494

4.3A.24Surrender of licence495

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action495

4.3A.26Grounds for disciplinary action495

4.3A.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action497

4.3A.28Minister may take disciplinary action498

4.3A.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings500

4.3A.30Effect of licence suspension500

4.3A.30ADisciplinary and other action against wagering and betting licenseepreparatory action500

Division 6Temporary wagering and betting licence501

4.3A.31Temporary wagering and betting licence501

4.3A.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence504

4.3A.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence issued for 90days505

4.3A.33Arrangements with former licensee506

4.3A.34Further provisions for temporary licence506

4.3A.34AARelated agreements with temporary wagering and betting licensee507

4.3A.34ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements508

Division 6ABetting exchanges509

4.3A.34ADefinitions509

4.3A.34BApproval of telecommunication devices by Commission512

4.3A.34CLicensee not to enable betting by way of a betting exchange on races, competitions or events without relevant consent512

4.3A.34DLicensee must conduct a betting exchange by way of certain telecommunication devices513

4.3A.34ECommission or controlling body may request information513

4.3A.34FCompliance with information notice514

4.3A.34GOffences by the wagering and betting licensee as operator of betting exchange514

4.3A.34HOffence by direct participant515

4.3A.34IOffence by a person who has an interest in the outcome of a brokered betting event515

4.3A.34JOffence by the owner of a horse to bet through betting exchange516

4.3A.34KOffence by the owner of a greyhound to bet through betting exchange516

Division 6BRequirements in relation to registered players517

4.3A.34LVerification of registered player's identity517

4.3A.34MWagering and betting funds of registered players517

4.3A.34NDisclosure of names of registered players519

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations520


4.3A.36Secretary may require further information520

4.3A.37Updating information provided to Secretary522

4.3A.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application522

4.3A.39Updating licence transfer application524

4.3A.39ADirections to provide information525

4.3A.39BDirections to licensees526


4.3A.40Powers of Secretary526

Part 4On-course wagering permit527

Division 1Authority of permit527

4.4.1On-course wagering permit527

Division 2Grant of permit527

4.4.2Application for permit527

4.4.3Matters to be considered in determining application528

4.4.4Grant of permit529

4.4.5Permit is non-transferable530

Division 3Conduct of on-course wagering530

4.4.6Compliance with betting rules530

4.4.7Racing industry and licensee530

Division 4Commissions, dividends and taxes530

4.4.8Commissions530

4.4.9Dividends531

4.4.10Wagering tax532

4.4.11Hospitals and Charities Fund532

4.4.12Supervision charge532


4.4.13Unclaimed refunds and dividends533

Part 5Approved betting competitions and sports betting534


4.5.1Definitions534

4.5.2Events and betting competitions that cannot be approved under this Part535

Division 2Approved betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound racing535

4.5.3Approval of betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound races535

4.5.4Notice of approval536

4.5.5Variation and revocation of approval536

Division 3Approval of other events for betting purposes537

4.5.6Approval of events for betting purposes537

4.5.7What kinds of events can be approved?537

4.5.8What must Commission consider in approving events?538

4.5.9Designation of sports betting events539

4.5.10Notice and publication requirements539

4.5.11Variation and revocation of approval539

Division 3AApproval of simulated racing events540

4.5.11AApproval of simulated racing events for betting purposes540

4.5.11BWhat must Commission consider in approving simulated racing events?541

4.5.11CNotice and publication requirements541

4.5.11DVariation and revocation of approval542

4.5.11EApproval does not limit Minister's power to approve keno game under Chapter 6A542

Division 4Approval or declaration of sports controlling bodies for sports betting purposes542


4.5.13Objections543

4.5.14Matters to be considered in determining applications for approval544

4.5.15Determination of applications and duration of approval545

4.5.15ADeclaration of sports controlling body from another jurisdiction545


4.5.17Variation and revocation of approval or declaration547

4.5.18Surrender of approval or declaration548

4.5.19Change in situation of sports controlling body548

4.5.20Tribunal reviews548

Division 5Requirements on sports betting providers549

4.5.21What is offering a betting service?549

4.5.22Prohibition on offering betting service without agreement or determination550

4.5.23Agreement of sports controlling body551

4.5.24Application for Commission determination if no sports controlling body agreement551

4.5.25Procedure on application552

4.5.26Determination of Commission552

4.5.27Variation and revocation of determination554

4.5.28Costs of investigating applications555

Division 6Prohibition of betting contingencies556

4.5.29Commission may prohibit betting on contingencies556


4.5.31Offence to offer bets on prohibited betting contingencies558

Division 7Monitoring integrity in sports betting559

4.5.32Sports controlling body to notify Commission559

4.5.33Direction to sports controlling body to provide information about integrity mechanisms560

Part 5ABookmaker and bookmaking related registrations561


4.5A.2Application for registration as bookmaker561

4.5A.3Application for registration as bookmaker's key employee562

4.5A.4Determination of application for registration as bookmaker562

4.5A.5Determination of application for registration as bookmaker's key employee564

4.5A.6Certificate of registration and identity card564

4.5A.7Duration of registration as bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee565

4.5A.8Nominee of corporation565

4.5A.9Application of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships567

4.5A.10Approval of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships567

4.5A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of registration for a bookmaker569

4.5A.11Conditions of registration569

4.5A.12Amendment of conditions569

4.5A.13Registration renewal570

4.5A.14Disciplinary action against registered bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee571

4.5A.14ASuspension of a bookmaker's registration pending criminal proceedings574

4.5A.14BSuspension of a bookmaker's key employee's registration pending criminal proceedings575

4.5A.15Review by VCAT of registrations as a bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee575

4.5A.16Time limit for applying for review576

4.5A.17Registered bookmaker must not engage convicted person577

Part 6Commissions, dividends and taxes578

Division 1Wagering578

4.6.1Commissions578

4.6.2Dividends578

4.6.3Wagering tax580

4.6.3AWagering tax review583

Division 2Approved betting competitions583

4.6.4Commissionstotalisators583

4.6.5Dividends583

4.6.6TaxApproved betting competitions585

Division 2AApproved simulated racing events586

4.6.6ATaxApproved simulated racing events586

Division 2BBetting exchanges587

4.6.6BTaxBetting exchange commissions587

Division 3Supervision charge588

4.6.7Licensee to pay charge588

4.6.7AWagering and betting licensee to pay charge588


4.6.8Hospitals and Charities Fund589

4.6.9Unclaimed refunds, dividends and prizes589

Part 7Offences591

4.7.1AADefinition591

4.7.2Offences relating to totalisators and approved betting competitions591

4.7.3Tickets purportedly issued by licensee594

4.7.4Offence related to payment of dividends or prizes594


4.7.6Offence to extend credit etc.596

4.7.7Gambling by intoxicated persons prohibited596

4.7.8Appropriate advertising standards required596

4.7.9Prescribed statement to be included in advertisements597

4.7.10Offence to offer inducement to open betting account597


Division 1Banking, accounting and auditing598


4.8.2Banking598

4.8.3Accounts600

4.8.4Books etc. to be kept on the premises601

4.8.5Audit of books, accounts and financial statements603

Division 2Reporting604

4.8.6Submission of reports604

Part 9Other matters606

4.9.1Competition and Consumer Act and Competition Code606

Chapter 5Lotteries609


5.1.1Purposes609

5.1.2Definitions609

5.1.3Application of Chapter610

Part 2Public lotteries611

Division 1Legality of public lotteries611

5.2.1Public lotteries declared lawful611

5.2.1AApproval of computer system etc.611

Division 2Public lottery rules612

5.2.2Lottery rules612

5.2.3When do lottery rules come into force?613

5.2.4Publication and inspection of lottery rules613

5.2.5Disallowance of lottery rules614

Division 3Conduct of public lotteries615

5.2.6Supervision of public lottery draws by Commission's representative615

5.2.7Licensee to record entries616

5.2.9Licensee not to act as credit provider617

5.2.10Non-monetary prizes617

5.2.11Prohibition of certain schemes617

5.2.12Publicity concerning prizewinners618

Part 3Public lottery licences620


5.3.1AADefinitions620

Division 1Number and type of public lottery licences622

5.3.1Minister determines number and type of public lottery licences622

5.3.2Which public lotteries can be licensed?623


5.3.2ARegistration of interest623

5.3.3Application for licence625

5.3.4Report to Minister by Commission626


5.3.5AProhibition on improper interference628

5.3.5BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application628

5.3.6Issue of licence628

5.3.7Licence conditions629

5.3.7AAncillary agreements630

5.3.7BResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence630


5.3.8ALicence may authorise preparatory action631

5.3.9Premium payment632

5.3.10Licence is non-transferable633

5.3.11Publication and tabling633

5.3.12Inspection of licence634

5.3.13Register of licences634

Division 3Appointing subsidiaries to conduct public lotteries634

5.3.14Appointment of subsidiaries634

5.3.15Approval of subsidiary635

5.3.15AEngaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with public lotteries635

Division 4Amending and surrendering licences636

5.3.16Request by licensee for amendment of licence636

5.3.17Notification of other affected licensees637

5.3.18Objection by other licensees637

5.3.19Amendment of licence637

5.3.19AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence639

5.3.20Surrender of licence639

Division 5Disciplinary action640

5.3.21Grounds for disciplinary action640

5.3.22Commission may recommend disciplinary action641

5.3.23Minister may take disciplinary action641

5.3.24Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings643

5.3.25Effect of licence suspension643

5.3.26Application of Division to appointed subsidiaries643

Division 6Temporary public lottery licences644

5.3.27Temporary public lottery licences644

5.3.28Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence647

5.3.28AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence issued for 90days648

5.3.29Arrangements with former licensee648

5.3.30Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of temporary licence649

Part 4Returns to players and taxes650



Division 2Taxes650


5.4.3Public lottery tax651

5.4.4Penalty interest for late payment652

5.4.5Recovery of amounts652

5.4.6Application of tax proceeds653

5.4.7Sharing tax with other jurisdictions653


Division 1Financial recording and reporting656

5.5.1Licensee to keep accounts and records656

5.5.2Annual financial statements656

5.5.6Subsidiaries to comply with Division656

Division 2Other requirements657

5.5.6ADirections to provide information etc.657

5.5.7Directions to licensees658

5.5.8Claims for prize658

5.5.9Unclaimed prizes659

5.5.10Complaints660

Part 7Trade promotion lotteries662

Division 1Legality of trade promotion lotteries662

5.7.1Trade promotion lotteries declared lawful662

5.7.2Conduct of trade promotion lotteries662

Division 4Compliance and offences664

5.7.16AADefinitions664

5.7.16Conducting trade promotion lottery in contravention of Actetc.665

5.7.16AVenue operators must not conduct trade promotion lotteries in relation to gaming665

5.7.18AGaming machine play restrictions to be included trade promotion lottery advertisements666

5.7.18BCommission determinations about the manner of display of gaming machine play restrictions666


5.7.20Commissioner may perform Commission's functions667

Chapter 6Club keno668


6.1.1Purpose668

6.1.2Definitions668

Part 2Club keno games669

Division 1Legality of club keno games669

6.2.1Club keno games conducted by participants are lawful669

6.2.2Authorisation for club keno games669

6.2.3Club keno not subject to Chapter 3669

6.2.4Club Keno games may be conducted in approved venues669

Division 2Conducting club keno games670

6.2.5Sale of tickets670

6.2.6Agents of participants670

6.2.6AApproval of club keno system670

6.2.6BSecurity of certain equipment671

6.2.6CResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct671

6.2.7Defective machinery etc.671

6.2.8Unlawful interference with club keno system672

6.2.9Use of defective club keno machinery etc.672

6.2.10Credit etc.673

6.2.11Club keno rules673

6.2.12Commencement of rules674

6.2.13Publication and inspection of club keno rules674

6.2.14Disallowance of club keno rules675

Part 3Returns to players, taxes and levies677



Division 2Taxes and levies677

6.3.2Duty payable by participants677

6.3.3Hospitals, charities and mental health levy679

Division 3Unclaimed prizes679

6.3.4Unclaimed prizes679


Division 1Accounting records681

6.4.1Accounting records681

Division 2Complaints681

6.4.5Investigation of complaints681

Part 5Approval of subsidiaries683

6.5.1Minister may declare company to be participant683


6.5.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary684

Part 6General687

6.6.1Directions to participants to provide information687

Chapter 6AKeno689


6A.1.1Purpose689

6A.1.2Definitions689

6A.1.3Keno linked jackpot arrangements690

Part 2Keno games691

Division 1Legality of keno games691

6A.2.1Keno games conducted under this Chapter are lawful691

6A.2.2Keno not subject to Chapter 3691

Division 2Conducting keno games691

6A.2.3Sale of tickets691

6A.2.4Agents of licensee691

6A.2.4ATermination of certain agent agreements692

6A.2.5Approval of keno system693

6A.2.6Security of certain equipment694

6A.2.7Defective machinery, equipment and computer systems694

6A.2.8Unlawful interference with keno system695

6A.2.9Use of defective keno machinery, equipment or computer system695

6A.2.10Credit and loans695

6A.2.11Keno rules696

6A.2.12Commencement of rules697

6A.2.13Publication and inspection of keno rules697

6A.2.14Disallowance of keno rules698

Part 2AApproval of games as keno games700

6A.2A.1Approval of keno games for betting purposes700

6A.2A.2Notice and publication requirements701

6A.2A.3Variation and revocation of approval701

6A.2A.4Approval does not limit Commission's power to approve simulated racing events under Chapter4701

Part 3Keno licence702


6A.3.1AADefinitions702

Division 1Authority and number of keno licences704

6A.3.1Authority of keno licence704

6A.3.2One licence704


6A.3.3Registration of interest705

6A.3.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest707

6A.3.5Application for licence707

6A.3.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications709

6A.3.7Determination of applications709

6A.3.7AProhibition on improper interference711

6A.3.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application711

6A.3.8Issue of licence712

6A.3.8AKeno licence not personal property712

6A.3.9Licence conditions712

6A.3.9AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence713

6A.3.10Minister may refuse to issue keno licence if related agreements not entered into713

6A.3.10ARelated agreements with keno licensee713

6A.3.10BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements714

6A.3.11Duration of licence714

6A.3.12Licence may authorise preparatory action714

6A.3.13Premium payment715

6A.3.13APenalty interest for late payment716

6A.3.13BRecovery of amounts716

6A.3.14Publication and tabling716

6A.3.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with keno games718

Division 3Transfer of licence718

6A.3.16Transfer only under this Division718

6A.3.17Application to transfer licence718

6A.3.18Transfer of a keno licence719

6A.3.19Report to Minister by Commission722

6A.3.20Related agreements722

6A.3.21Publication and tabling723

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence725

6A.3.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence725

6A.3.23Amendment of licence726

6A.3.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence728

6A.3.24Surrender of licence728

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action728

6A.3.26Grounds for disciplinary action729

6A.3.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action730

6A.3.28Minister may take disciplinary action731

6A.3.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings732

6A.3.30Effect of licence suspension733

6A.3.30ADisciplinary and other action against keno licenseepreparatory action733

Division 6Temporary keno licence734

6A.3.31Temporary keno licence734

6A.3.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence736

6A.3.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence issued for 90days737

6A.3.33Arrangements with former licensee737

6A.3.34Further provisions for temporary licence738

6A.3.34ARelated agreements with temporary keno licensee739

6A.3.34BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements740

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations740


6A.3.36Secretary may require further information741

6A.3.37Updating information provided to Secretary742

6A.3.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application743

6A.3.39Updating licence transfer application744

6A.3.39ADirections to provide information745

6A.3.39BDirections to licensee746

6A.3.39CClaim for prize746

6A.3.39DUnclaimed prizes747


6A.3.40Powers of Secretary748

Part 4Returns to players, taxes and funds749


6A.4.1Returns to players749

Division 2Taxes749

6A.4.2Duty payable by licensee749

Division 3Supervision charge751

6A.4.3Supervision charge751

Division 4Funds752

6A.4.4Hospitals and Charities Fund and Mental Health Fund752


Division 1Accounting records753

6A.5.1Accounting records753

Division 2Complaints753

6A.5.2Investigation of complaints753

Part 6Other matters754

6A.6.1Trade Practices Act and Competition Code754

Chapter 7Interactive gaming755


7.1.1Purpose755

7.1.2Definitions755

7.1.3Meaning of interactive game757

7.1.4Meaning of approved game759

7.1.5Participating jurisdictions759

7.1.6Territorial application of this Chapter760

Part 2General authorisation for interactive gaming761

7.2.1Lawful activities761

7.2.2Offence to conduct unauthorised interactive gaming761

Part 3Interactive gaming licences763


7.3.1Application for interactive gaming licence763


7.3.3Suitability of applicant to hold interactive gaming licence765

7.3.4Suitability of associates766



7.3.6Changing conditions of licence767

7.3.7Interactive gaming licence non-transferable768

7.3.8Surrender of interactive gaming licence768


7.3.9Definitions768

7.3.10Grounds for disciplinary action769

7.3.11Taking disciplinary action771


7.3.13Suspension of interactive gaming licence pending criminal proceedings772

7.3.14Effect of licence suspension772

Division 3Endorsement of licence772

7.3.15Power to executors, trustees etc. to carry on business under licence772

7.3.16Effect of endorsements773

7.3.17Licence lapses if not endorsed774

Part 4Control of interactive gaming775

Division 1Player registration775

7.4.1Player registration and acceptance of wagers775

7.4.3Verification of player's identity775

Division 2General conduct of interactive gaming776

7.4.4Compliance with certain conditions776

7.4.5Licensed testers to test interactive gaming equipment777

7.4.6Offence for licensed provider to participate etc.777

7.4.7Commission's power to restrict participation in approved games by gaming officials777

7.4.8Licensed provider not to act as credit provider778

Division 3Players' funds and prizes778

7.4.9Players funds778

7.4.10Funds held on behalf of players778

7.4.11Inactive players779

7.4.12Disposal of unclaimed non-monetary prizes779

7.4.13Claims for prize780

7.4.14Monetary prizes not claimed within 2years781

7.4.15Power to withhold prizes in certain cases781

Division 4Responsible gambling measures782

7.4.16Limitation on amount wagered782

7.4.17Self-exclusion order783

Part 5Returns to players and taxes785



Division 2Taxes785


7.5.3Interactive gaming tax786

7.5.4Returns for calculation of tax787

7.5.5Penalty interest for late payment788

7.5.6Recovery of amounts788

7.5.7Revenue offences788


Division 1Directions790

7.6.1Directions790

Division 2Complaint handling790

7.6.2Inquiries about complaints790

Part 8Tribunal reviews793

7.8.1Review by Tribunal793

Chapter 8Community and charitable gaming795


8.1.1Purpose795

8.1.2Definitions795

Part 2Legality of community and charitable gaming798

8.2.1Community and charitable gaming declared lawful798

8.2.2Minor gaming must be in accordance with Chapteretc.798

8.2.3Permit not required for raffle where prize value $5000 or less799

8.2.4Bingo sessions conducted by or on behalf of community or charitable organisations799

8.2.4ABingo sessions conducted by others800

8.2.5Disclosure if raffle proceeds to be paid to or for a political party801

Part 3Community or charitable organisations802

Division 1Community or charitable organisations802

8.3.1Application to be declared as a community or charitable organisation802

8.3.2Commission may require further information etc.802

8.3.3Commission may make declaration803

8.3.4Can the applicant appeal?804

8.3.5Commission to determine appeal804

8.3.6Duration of declaration805

8.3.6ARenewal of declaration805

8.3.7Commission may require organisation to show cause806

8.3.8Organisation may make submissions806

8.3.9Revocation of declaration807

8.3.10Appeal to Supreme Court807

8.3.11Suspension of declaration808

8.3.11AInvestigation of community or charitable organisations809

8.3.11BProvision of information809

Division 2Minor gaming permits811

8.3.12Application for minor gaming permit811

8.3.13Determination of application812

8.3.14What does a minor gaming permit authorise?813

8.3.15Duration of minor gaming permit813

8.3.16Nominee of organisation813

8.3.17Amendment of permit conditions814

8.3.18Appeal815





8.3.22Performance of functions819

Part 4Conduct of community and charitable gaming820

Division 1Lucky envelopes820

8.4.1Lucky envelopes must comply with prescribed standards820

8.4.2Lucky envelopes only to be supplied to permit holder820

Division 2Bingo820

8.4.2ANotification of intention to conduct or cease conducting bingo sessions820

8.4.2BNominees822

8.4.2CNotification of large bingo prizes823

8.4.2DBingo rules823

8.4.2ERules binding unless Commission approves a variation824

8.4.2FCommission may require notification of bingo rules825

8.4.3Bingo equipment must comply with prescribed standards825

8.4.4Restriction on supply of bingo equipment826

8.4.5Braille bingo tickets827

8.4.6Community or charitable organisation may contract with bingo centre operator to conduct bingo827

8.4.7Expenses operators can charge for bingo829

8.4.7APayment of prize money and cashing of cheques829

Division 3Bingo pooling schemes830

8.4.8When can a pooling scheme operate?830

8.4.9Membership of pooling scheme830

8.4.10Pooling scheme rules831

8.4.11Commission may specify matters for rules831

8.4.12Disallowance of rules832

8.4.13Scheme administrator832

8.4.14Amendment of rules833

8.4.15Declaration of interest834

8.4.16Application to political parties834

Division 4Disciplinary action against community or charitable organisations in relation to bingo835




8.4.20Appeal838

Part 5Bingo centres840

Division 1Licensing of bingo centre operators840

8.5.1Requirement to be licensed840

8.5.2Application for licence840

8.5.3Application procedure840

8.5.4Objections841

8.5.5Responsible authority's report842





8.5.9Nominee of licensee844

8.5.10Licence non-transferable847

8.5.11Licence renewal847




8.5.15Effect and maximum period of suspension of bingo centre operator's licence853

8.5.16Suspension of bingo centre operator's licence pending criminal proceedings853

8.5.17Licence document to be surrendered853

8.5.18Provisional bingo centre operator's licence854

Division 3Compliance requirements and monitoring854

8.5.37Accounts and financial statements854

8.5.38Returns to the Commission855

8.5.42Gaming machines in bingo centres855

Part 5ACommercial raffle organisers856

8.5A.1Definition856

8.5A.2Requirement to be licensed856

8.5A.3Commission may require person to show cause856

8.5A.4Appeal857

8.5A.5Application for licence857

8.5A.6Objections858

8.5A.7Matters to be considered in determining applications859

8.5A.8Determination of application860

8.5A.8AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence860

8.5A.9Duration of licence861

8.5A.10Nominee of licensee861

8.5A.11Licence non-transferable863

8.5A.12Licence renewal863

8.5A.13Amendment of conditions864

8.5A.14Disciplinary action865

8.5A.15Letter of censure869

8.5A.16Effect and maximum period of suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence869

8.5A.17Suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence pending criminal proceedings869

8.5A.18Licence document to be surrendered870

8.5A.19Provisional commercial raffle organiser's licence870

8.5A.23Community or charitable organisation may contract with licensee to conduct raffle871

8.5A.24Expenses licensee can charge for raffle872

8.5A.25Promotion of raffle872

8.5A.26Accounts and financial statements872

8.5A.27Returns to the Commission873

Part 6General compliance requirements874

Division 1Banking and records874

8.6.1Banking874

8.6.2Records875

Division 2Ongoing notification requirements876

8.6.3Change in situation of person or associate876

Part 7Reviews878

8.7.1Tribunal reviews878

Part 8General879

8.8.1Refusal to issue licence or permit879

Chapter 9Onboard gaming881


9.1.1Purpose881

9.1.2Definitions881

9.1.3Application of Chapter882

Part 2Application of Tasmanian Act883

9.2.1Tasmanian Act applies as law of Victoria883

9.2.2Amendment of Schedules883

Part 3Further provisions regulating onboard gaming884

Division 1Legality of onboard gaming884

9.3.1Legality of onboard gaming884

9.3.2Non-applicability of other laws884

Division 2Conduct of onboard gaming885

9.3.3Limit on number of gaming machines885

9.3.4Unlawful interference with gaming equipment885


Division 3Taxes887

9.3.6Revenue-sharing agreement887

Part 4Suspension of Chapter888

9.4.1Suspension of Chapter888

Chapter 9ALicensing of gaming industry employees889


9A.1.2Authority conferred by a gaming industry employee's licence889

9A.1.3Gaming industry employees to be licensed891

9A.1.4Application for gaming industry employee's licence892

9A.1.5Determination of application893

9A.1.6Conditions of gaming industry employee's licence893

9A.1.7Appeal894

9A.1.8Identification of gaming industry employee895

9A.1.9Provisional licence896

9A.1.10Duration of gaming industry employee's licence897

9A.1.11Renewal of gaming industry employee's licence897

9A.1.12Disciplinary action898

9A.1.13Suspension of gaming industry employee's licence in connection with criminal proceedings900

9A.1.14Effect etc. of suspension900

9A.1.15Return of licence on suspension or cancellation901

9A.1.16Termination of employment on suspension or cancellation of licence901

9A.1.17Licensee to provide information relating to licence901

9A.1.18Compulsory training for certain gaming industry employees902

9A.1.19Venue operator may perform duties of gaming industry employee904

9A.1.20Volunteers at bingo centres905

9A.1.21Casino employees905

9A.1.22Change in situation of licensees906

Chapter 10Administration and enforcement907

Part 1The Commission's functions907

Division 1General functions907

10.1.4Functions of Commission907

10.1.5AStandards for approvals of technical equipment and systems910

10.1.5BStandards relating to certain matters911

10.1.5COperational requirements912

Division 6Confidentiality915


10.1.30General duty of confidentiality917

10.1.31Disclosure in legal proceedings918

10.1.32Other permitted disclosures918

10.1.33Aggregation of statistical information920

10.1.34Third party disclosures921

Part 1AThe Minister and the Secretary922

10.1A.1Nomination of assistants and advisers922

10.1A.2Directions to licence holders to provide information for policy development922

Part 2Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council924

10.2.1Minister may establish Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council924

10.2.2Function of Council924

Part 2AReview Panel925



Division 2Establishment and functions927

10.2A.2Establishment of Review Panel927

10.2A.3Functions and powers of Review Panel927

Division 3Membership of Review Panel930

10.2A.4Membership of Review Panel930

10.2A.5Chairperson930

10.2A.6Other members931

10.2A.7Vacancies and resignation931

10.2A.8Acting chairperson932

Division 4Procedure of Review Panel933

10.2A.9Meetings933

10.2A.10Reports934

10.2A.11Publication of Review Panel reports934

10.2A.12Direction in response to Review Panel's reports937

Part 3Funds938

Division 1Community Support Fund938

10.3.1Community Support Fund938

10.3.2Payments into Community Support Fund938

10.3.3Payments from the Community Support Fund938

10.3.3AAdditional payment from the Community Support Fund940

Division 2Mental Health Fund941

10.3.4Mental Health Fund941

10.3.5Payments into the Mental Health Fund941

10.3.6Payments from the Mental Health Fund941

Part 4Investigations and information gathering by the Commission942

Division 1Investigation of applications942


10.4.2Investigation of application943

10.4.3Photographs, finger prints and palm prints945

10.4.4Police inquiry and report946

10.4.5Commission may require further information etc.948

10.4.6Updating of application950

10.4.7Costs of investigating applications952

Division 1AInvestigations of registrations of interest and applications for wagering and betting licence and keno licence953

10.4.7ADefinitions953

10.4.7BInvestigations and inquiries954

10.4.7CPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints955

10.4.7DPolice inquiry and report956

10.4.7ECommission may require further information957

10.4.7FUpdating information958

10.4.7GCosts of investigating959

10.4.7HService agreement959

10.4.7HAPowers of Secretary960

Division 1BInvestigations of transfers of monitoring licence, wagering and betting licence and keno licence and temporary licensing960

10.4.7IDefinitions960

10.4.7JInvestigations and inquiries961

10.4.7KPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints962

10.4.7LPolice inquiry and report962

10.4.7MCommission may require further information963

10.4.7NUpdating information964

10.4.7OCosts of investigating965

Division 1CInvestigations of persons for suitability for invitation, and to apply, for monitoring licence966

10.4.7PDefinitions966

10.4.7QInvestigations and inquiries966

10.4.7RPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints968

10.4.7SPolice inquiry and report969

10.4.7TCommission may require further information970

10.4.7UUpdating information971

10.4.7VCosts of investigating972

10.4.7WService agreement972

10.4.7XPowers of Secretary973

Division 1DInvestigations of applications for monitoring licence973

10.4.7YDefinitions973

10.4.7ZInvestigations and inquiries974

10.4.7ZAPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints975

10.4.7ZBPolice inquiry and report976

10.4.7ZCCommission may require further information977

10.4.7ZDUpdating information978

10.4.7ZECosts of investigating978

10.4.7ZFService agreement979

10.4.7ZGPowers of Secretary979

Division 2General investigatory powers of Commission979


10.4.10Provision of information981

Division 3Information gathering for law enforcement purposes982

10.4.11Information gathering for law enforcement purposes982

Part 4AMonitoring of relationships with associates985

Division 1Interpretation985


10.4A.2Relevant interests986

10.4A.3References to the Corporations Act986

Division 2Notifications in relation to associates987

10.4A.4Change in situation of gambling industry participants, associatesetc.987

10.4A.5Notification of Commission of persons who are likely to become associates987

10.4A.6Notification of Commission of persons who have become associates987

Division 3Commission approval988

10.4A.7Prior Commission approval required before certain persons become associates988

Division 4Termination of associations, warnings and undertakings989

10.4A.8Termination of association989

10.4A.9Written warnings and undertakings in relation to conduct of associates990

Division 5Forfeiture and sale of shares in gambling industry participants991

10.4A.10Disposal, forfeiture etc. of shares991

10.4A.11Sale of forfeited shares993

Division 6Investigations for purposes of Divisions4 and5993

10.4A.12Investigation of associates and others993

10.4A.13Provision of information to Commission994

10.4A.14Reports to Minister996

Part 5Compliance and enforcement997

Division 1Inspectors997

10.5.4Police may perform functions of inspectors997

10.5.5Responsibilities of inspectors while on duty997

Division 2Functions of inspectors998

10.5.7Functions of inspectors998

10.5.8Right of entry998

10.5.9Powers of inspectors999

10.5.10Power to require names and addresses1001

10.5.11Inspector to investigate complaints1001

10.5.12Search warrants1002

10.5.13Announcement before entry1004

10.5.14Copy of warrant to be given to occupier or person in charge of vehicle1004

10.5.14ASearch and seizure powers under section 2.6.2 not affected1005

Division 3Offences1005

10.5.15Offences relating to obstruction of inspectors1005

10.5.16False or misleading information1007

10.5.17Impersonation of inspectors or commissioners1007

10.5.18Bribery of authorised person1008

10.5.19Protection against self-incrimination1009

Division 4Infringement notices1010

10.5.20Power to serve a notice1010

10.5.21Prescribed infringement penalty1010

10.5.27Proof of prior convictions1010

Division 5Forfeiture1012

10.5.28Forfeiture1012

10.5.29Seizure and forfeiture of equipment1013

Division 6Prosecutions and evidentiary provisions1014

10.5.30Offences by bodies1014

10.5.31Proceedings1014

10.5.32Evidence1015

Part 6Self exclusion programs and Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1017

Division 1Self-exclusion programs1017

10.6.1Ministerial directions as to requirements of selfexclusion programs1017

10.6.2Self-exclusion program additional requirements1018

10.6.3Approval of self-exclusion program1018

10.6.4Obligation on venue operators if requirements in respect of self-exclusion program change1018

10.6.4AVenue operator may apply to Commission to approve amended self-exclusion program1019

Division 2Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1020

10.6.5Definition1020

10.6.6Ministerial directions as to requirements of Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1020

10.6.7Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct additional requirements1021

10.6.8Approval of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct1022

10.6.9Obligation on relevant persons if requirements in respect of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct change1022

10.6.9ARelevant person may apply to Commission to approve amended Code of Conduct1023


10.6.10Reports to Minister1023

Part 7Minors1025


10.7.2Application of Part1027

10.7.3Offences in respect of allowing a minor to gamble1028

10.7.4Offence to assist minor to gamble1029

10.7.5Offence by minor to gamble1029

10.7.6Offences in respect of minors in a gaming machine area or casino1029

10.7.7Offence by minor to enter gaming machine area or casino1030

10.7.8Offence by minor using false evidence of age1030

10.7.9Notices to be displayed1031

10.7.10Supervision of vending machines1031

10.7.11No offence if gambling employee a minor1031

10.7.12Defences1032

10.7.13Proof of age may be required1032

Chapter 11General1034

Part 1Administrative provisions1034

Division 1Service of documents1034

11.1.1Service of documents on Commission1034

11.1.2Service of documents on other persons1034

Division 2Records and forms1035

11.1.3Records not kept in writing1035

11.1.4Sufficient compliance with approved forms1035


11.1.5Destruction of finger prints and palm prints1036

11.1.6Refund of fees1037

11.1.7Supreme Courtlimitation of jurisdiction1037

11.1.8No entitlement to or legitimate expectation of licence1037

Part 2Regulations1039

11.2.1Regulations1039

Chapter 12Amendments, repeals and transitional and other provisions1042

Part 2Transitional provisions1043

12.2.1Transitional provisions1043

Part 3Tattersall's1044

12.3.1Definition1044

12.3.2Transfer of Trustees' gaming operator's licence1044

12.3.3Transfer of Trustees' public lottery licence1046

Schedules1050

Schedule 1Subject matter for regulations1050

Schedule 2Modifications of Tasmanian Act1060

Schedule 3Modifications of Tasmanian regulations1063

Schedule 4Forms for Chapter 21064

Schedule 7Transitional provisions1068

Endnotes1167

1General information1167

2Table of Amendments1169

3Amendments Not in Operation1179

4Explanatory details1183

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Version No. 066


No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at1 May 2016

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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 operators and employees;

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

(i)provides for the conduct of gaming and conduct of monitoring on board ships travelling between Victoria and Tasmania;

S. 1.1(3)(j) substituted by No. 58/2011 s.69(2).

(j)confers functions and powers and imposes duties on the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation to oversee gambling in Victoria;

S. 1.1(3)(k) repealedby No.104/2004 s.40(a), new s.1.1(3)(k) inserted by No. 11/2007 s.4(a).

(k)establishes a Review Panel to report to the Minister on certain processes;

(l)provides for the appointment of inspectors and inspection powers to ensure compliance with the Act;

(m)sets out offences;

(n)repeals 8 existing Acts that prohibit or regulate various forms of gambling, amends the Casino Control Act 1991 and makes consequential amendments to other Acts.

(4)Subsection (3) is intended only as a guide to readers as to the general scheme of this Act.

1.2Commencement

S. 1.2(1) amendedby No. 45/2004 s.15.

(1)This Chapter and section 12.1.4 come into operation on the day after the day on which this Act receives the Royal Assent.

S. 1.2(2) amendedby No. 45/2004 s.16(1).

(2)Subject to subsections (2A), (3) and (4), the remaining provisions of this Act come into operation on a day or days to be proclaimed.

S. 1.2(2A) insertedby No. 45/2004 s.16(2).

(2A)Section 3.6.12 comes into operation on 1July2004.

(3)Section 12.1.5 comes into operation on 1July2009.

S. 1.2(4) amendedby No. 45/2004 s.16(3).

(4)If a provision referred to in subsection (2) (otherthan section 3.6.12 or 12.1.5) does not come into operation before 1July 2005, it comes into operation on that day.

1.3Definitions

(1)In this Act

S. 1.3(1) def.of AFL footy tipping competition substitutedby No. 54/2006 s.3(a), amendedby Nos22/2005 s.6(2), 72/2007 s.51(a).

AFL footy tipping competition means a lottery in which the prizes are distributed on the basis of results of matches in the Australian Football League and in accordance with the lottery rules for the lottery;

S. 1.3(1) def.of aircraft insertedby No. 25/2009 s.12.

aircraft means a machine or structure used or intended to be used for navigation of the air;

S.1.3(1) def.of alternative cash access facility insertedby No. 32/2012 s.3(1).

alternative cash access facility means a facility that

(a)enables a person to debit his or her funds without a person employed or engaged by a venue operator enabling the debit of those funds; and

(b)issues a receipt or other authority requiring the venue operator to pay to that person cash representing the amount debited;

amusement machine means

(a)any machine, device, contrivance or electronic apparatus operated for pecuniary consideration for the purpose of playing games which involve the activation or manipulation of the machine, device, contrivance or electronic apparatus to achieve a preset, programmed, designated or otherwise defined score, object or result; and

(b)any machine, device, contrivance or electronic apparatus prescribed as an amusement machine;

S. 1.3(1) def. of approved betting competition substitutedby No. 18/2007 s.4(b).

approved betting competition means a betting competition approved by the Minister under section 4.5.3 or the Commission under section 4.5.6;

S. 1.3(1) def. of approved betting event insertedby No. 18/2007 s.4(a).

approved betting event has the meaning given in section 4.5.1;

S. 1.3(1) def. of approved bookmaker insertedby No. 45/2004 s.17(b), repealedby No. 73/2008 s.18(1).

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S. 1.3(1) def.of approved bookmaking company repealedby No. 73/2008 s.18(1).

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approved gaming machine means a gaming machine of a type approved by the Commission under section 3.5.4;

approved racing club means a club, society or other association the rules of which are approved under section 26 of the Racing Act1958;

approved venue means premises

(a)to which a venue operator's licence applies; and

(b)in respect of which an approval is in force under Part 3 of Chapter 3;

associate has the meaning given in section1.4;

S. 1.3(1) def. of approved bookmaker repealedby No. 45/2004 s.17(a).

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S.1.3(1) def.of authorised deposit-taking institution repealedby No.64/2014 s.4(a).

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authorised person means

(a)a commissioner; or

(b)an inspector; or

(c)a person appointed under subsection(3);

S. 1.3(1) def.of authorising officer inserted by No. 29/2009 s.4(1), amended by Nos 20/2012 s.226(Sch. 5 item 14(a)), 9/2013 s.42(Sch. 2 item 10).

authorising officer, of a club that is

(a)a company, means the company's secretary;

(b)a co-operative (within the meaning of the Cooperatives National Law (Victoria)), means the secretary of the co-operative;

(c)an incorporated association (within the meaning of the Associations Incorporation Reform Ac

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