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Gambling Regulation Act 2003

Gambling Regulation Act 2003No. 114 of 2003

Version No. 062


No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at20 June 2015

table of provisions

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Chapter 1Preliminary1

1.1Purpose, objectives and outline1

1.2Commencement3

1.3Definitions4

1.3AWhat is intoxication?41

1.3BMeaning of electronic monitoring system42

1.4Who is an associate?42

1.5Money invested44

1.6Act binds the Crown45

Chapter 2General prohibition on gambling46

Part 1Introduction46

2.1.1Purpose46

2.1.2Definitions46

2.1.3Application of Chapter49

Part 2Prohibition on lotteries51

Division 1Prohibited lotteries51

2.2.1Lotteries prohibited51

2.2.2Establishing or conducting a lottery51

2.2.3Advertising lotteries52

2.2.4Lottery ticket offences53

2.2.5Keeping a house etc. for purpose of a lottery54

2.2.6Participants in a lottery54

Division 2Permitted lotteries55

2.2.7Authorised raffles, lotteries etc.55

2.2.8Games at amusement centres, fetes, carnivals etc.55

2.2.9Calcutta Sweepstakes55

Part 3Unlawful games and gaming58

2.3.1Unlawful games58

2.3.2Two-up may be played on ANZAC Day59

2.3.3Common gaming houses and places60

2.3.4Gaming in public places61

2.3.5Cheating at play61

Part 4Gaming or wagering agreements62

2.4.1Gaming or wagering contracts are void62

2.4.2Non-application of section 2.4.162

Part 5Betting64

Division 1Betting houses and places of betting64

2.5.1What are betting houses and places of betting?64

2.5.2Offences in respect of betting houses or places of betting65

2.5.3Money received may be recovered from persons receiving it66

2.5.4Division not to extend to stakeholder or to owner of horse in any race66

2.5.5Penalty on persons exhibiting placards or advertising betting houses or places of betting67

2.5.6Penalty on persons advertising as to betting67

Division 2Betting in public places68

2.5.7Definition68

2.5.8Prohibition on betting in public places68

2.5.9Money received may be recovered from persons receiving it70

2.5.10Permitted sports betting in public places70

Division 4Totalisators71

2.5.14Offences in respect of totalisators71

Division 4ABetting exchanges72

2.5.14AOffence in relation to conducting betting exchange72

2.5.14BBetting by way of a betting exchange lawful72

Division 5Advertisements, communications, etc., about betting73

2.5.15AADefinition73

2.5.15Restrictions on publication etc. of information concerning bettingetc.73

2.5.16Exceptions to sections 2.5.6 and 2.5.1575

2.5.17Betting placards and notices not to be posted up anywhere77

2.5.19Certain communications etc. exempted78

Division 5ARegulation of publication and use of race fields79

2.5.19ADefinitions79

2.5.19BRestrictions on publication and use of race fields80

2.5.19CApplication for race field publication and use approval81

2.5.19DPublication and use approval81

2.5.19DATransitional race field publication and use fee83

2.5.19ETribunal review85

2.5.19FCompetition and Consumer Act and Competition Code86

Division 6Common gaming houses and places87

2.5.20What is a common gaming house or place?87

2.5.21Warrant to enter common gaming house and search and seize on premises88

2.5.22Offence to obstruct the entry of authorised police officers89

2.5.23Obstructing entry to be evidence of house being a common gaming house90

2.5.24Offence of permitting premises to be used as or as access to a common gaming house or place91

2.5.25Power of owner to evict occupier of common gaming house or place92

2.5.26Cancellation of notice to quit93

2.5.27Declaration of common gaming house or place93

2.5.28Application for rescission by owner etc.94

2.5.29Application for rescission by police95

2.5.30Notice in the Government Gazette95

2.5.31Other notices of declaration96

2.5.32Persons found etc. in declared common gaming house97

2.5.33Convicted persons found in declared common gaming house98

2.5.34No business to be carried on in declared common gaming house98

2.5.35Liability of owner98

2.5.36Liability of occupier99

2.5.37Additional penalty for continuing offences100

2.5.38Entry by police100

2.5.39Special warrant to enter premises suspected of being used as accessory to a common gaming house101

2.5.40Procedure where house or place is entered under a special warrantetc.103

2.5.41Persons required to be examined as witnesses making a full discovery to receive a certificate105

2.5.42Indemnity of witnesses106

2.5.43Persons found in common gaming house or place106

2.5.44Being disguised in common gaming house or place107

Division 7Services relating to betting107

2.5.45Offence to promote or advertise betting or offer or provide services relating to betting107

Part 5ABanning irresponsible gambling products and practices109

Division 1Introduction109

2.5A.1Definitions109

Division 2Interim ban orders109

2.5A.2Minister may make interim ban order109

2.5A.3Duration of interim ban order110

2.5A.4Minister to direct Commission to investigate110

Division 3Fixed term ban orders111

2.5A.5Investigation by Commission111

2.5A.6Notice of investigation111

2.5A.7Submissions112

2.5A.8Report on investigation112

2.5A.9Fixed term ban order113

2.5A.10Duration of fixed term ban order114

2.5A.11Revocation of fixed term ban order114

2.5A.12Disallowance of fixed term ban order114

Division 4Effect of ban orders115

2.5A.13Offence to breach ban order115

Division 5General115

2.5A.14No compensation115

Part 6General116

2.6.1Possession of instrument of betting116

2.6.2Search and seizure of instruments of betting117

2.6.3Money stolen and paid away in bets is recoverable117

2.6.4Acting as keeper of gaming houses etc.117

2.6.5Evidence as to offences118

2.6.6Instruments of gaming on vessels120

2.6.7Vicarious liability120

2.6.9Entry of police to public places121

Chapter 3Gaming machines122


3.1.1Purpose122

3.1.2Definitions123

3.1.3Machines may be declared to be gaming machines127

3.1.4Conduct of gaming and playing gaming machines127

3.1.4AConduct of monitoring128

3.1.5Application of Chapter to casino operator128

3.1.6Application of Chapter to tabaret premises130

3.1.6AApplication of Chapter to tabaret premises130

Part 2General authorisation for gaming on gaming machines131

Division 1Legality of gaming machine gaming131

3.2.1Gaming in approved venue declared lawful131

3.2.2Possession of gaming equipment or monitoring equipment may be authorised131

Division 2Ministerial directions, regional limits and municipal limits133

3.2.3Ministerial directions as to requirements for gaming machines133

3.2.4Regions for gaming machines134

3.2.5No compensation payable135

Part 2AOwnership and related person restrictions136

Division 1Interpretation136


Division 2Ownership and related person licensee restrictions137

3.2A.2Restrictions for venue operators and related persons137

3.2A.3Monitoring restrictions for persons listed on the Roll and related persons137

3.2A.4Other restrictions for persons listed on the Roll and related persons138

3.2A.5Restrictions for the monitoring licensee and related persons138

3.2A.6Restrictions for a casino operator139

Division 3Gaming machine entitlement prohibited interests140

3.2A.7Prohibited interests in gaming machine entitlements140

Part 3Approval of premises for gaming142


3.3.1Outline of Part142

Division 2Premises approvals142

3.3.2Which premises may be approved as suitable for gaming?142

3.3.3Which premises may be approved for 24hour gaming?143

3.3.4Application for approval of premises143

3.3.5Proposed application must be given to relevant responsible authority before application is made145

3.3.5AACommission to notify relevant responsible authority of receipt of application145

3.3.5ABAmendment of application for premises approval145

3.3.5ANo change permitted to number of gaming machines sought in application after certain period146

3.3.5BRelevant responsible authority must notify Commission of intention to make submission146

3.3.6Responsible authority may make submission146

3.3.7Matters to be considered in determining applications148

3.3.8Determination of application148

3.3.9Conditions of approval150

3.3.10Duration of approval152

3.3.11Variation of approval152

3.3.12Revocation of approval152

3.3.13Automatic revocation of approval153

3.3.14Tribunal review of approval153

3.3.15Surrender of approval154

3.3.15AOne venue operator for an approved venue154

Division 3Modification of gaming machine areas154

3.3.16Modification of gaming machine areas154

3.3.17Appeal155

Part 4Licensing of operators and monitors and listing of manufacturers, suppliers and testers156

Division 1Authority conferred by licences and listing156

3.4.1Authority conferred by venue operator's licence156

3.4.1AVenue operator's licence is not a gaming operator's licence or gaming licence158

3.4.1BVenue operator must comply with standards and operational requirements158

3.4.2Authority conferred by gaming operator's licence159

3.4.3Application of Partgaming operator's licences160

3.4.4Authority conferred by monitoring licence161

3.4.4AMonitoring licence is not a gaming operator's licence or gaming licence164

3.4.4BMonitoring licensee must comply with standards and operational requirements165

3.4.5Authority conferred by listing on the Roll166

3.4.6Offence to breach licence conditions169

3.4.7Offence to breach condition of listing on Roll169

Division 2Venue operator's licence169

3.4.8Application for venue operator's licence169

3.4.9Gaming operator may be granted a hotel venue operator's licence172

3.4.10Objections172


3.4.12Determination of applications and duration of licence175

3.4.12ASelf-exclusion program is a condition of licence176

3.4.12BResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence176

3.4.12CAmendment of self-exclusion program or Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct177

3.4.13Register of venue operators and approved venues177

3.4.13AVenue operator to give Commission certain information about where gaming will be conducted under gaming machine entitlements178

3.4.14Nominee of licensee179

3.4.15Venue operator's licence is non-transferable181

3.4.16Renewal of venue operator's licence181

3.4.17Amendment of conditions182

3.4.18Proposal of amendment by venue operator184

3.4.18ACommission to notify municipal council of receipt of proposal185

3.4.18BAmendment of proposal to increase number of gaming machines permitted in an approved venue185

3.4.18CMunicipal council must notify Commission of intention to make submission186

3.4.19Submissions on proposed amendments186

3.4.20Consideration and making of amendment187

3.4.21Tribunal review of amendment increasing number of gaming machines190

3.4.22Removal of approved venue if liquor licence is cancelled etc.191

3.4.23Notification of certain changes191

3.4.24Endorsement of licence and Register192

3.4.25Disciplinary action against venue operator194

3.4.26Letter of censure198

3.4.27Suspension of venue operator's licence pending criminal proceedings198

3.4.27ANo authority to conduct gaming if venue operator's licence suspended or cancelled199

3.4.28Provisional venue operator's licence200

Division 2AVenue operators and venue agreements200

3.4.28AAApplication of Division200


3.4.28BCommission may declare certain agreements to be reviewable venue agreements201

3.4.28CEntering into prohibited venue agreement prohibited202

3.4.28DProhibited venue agreements are void202

3.4.28ECommission may issue written notice directing venue operators to give it copies of reviewable venue agreements202

3.4.28FNo compensation payable202

Division 3Gaming operator's licence203

3.4.29Gaming operator's licence203

3.4.30Premium payment203

3.4.31Matters to be considered in determining grant of licence203

3.4.31APre-commitment mechanisms required for prescribed gaming machines1December 2010 to 30November 2015205

3.4.32Duration of licence205

3.4.33Entitlement of former licensee on grant of new licence206


3.4.35Gaming operator's licence is non-transferable208

3.4.36Disciplinary action208

3.4.37Cancellation of gaming operator's licence209

Division 3BFurther licensing restrictions and requirements210

3.4.37KDefinitions211

3.4.37LRestrictions on directors of licensee or operator211

3.4.37MLicensee and others not to be associated with certain activities212

3.4.37NChange in situation of licensee or operator213

Division 4Monitoring licence215

3.4.38Definitions215

3.4.39One licence218

3.4.40Minister may invite applications218

3.4.41Secretary may report on suitability of persons Minister is considering to invite to apply for licence218

3.4.41AConsent required for reports and investigations219

3.4.42Application for monitoring licence219

3.4.43Report to Minister by Secretary on applications221

3.4.44Determination of applications222

3.4.45Prohibition on improper interference223

3.4.45AProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application223

3.4.46Issue of licence224

3.4.46AMonitoring licence not personal property224

3.4.47Licence conditions224

3.4.48Minister may refuse to issue monitoring licence if related agreements not entered into224

3.4.48ARelated agreements with monitoring licensee224

3.4.48BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements225

3.4.48CLimitation of monitoring licensee's civil liability226

3.4.48DRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister226

3.4.48EMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements226

3.4.49Responsible gambling directions227

3.4.49AMonitoring licensee must establish and maintain approved linked jackpot trust accounts228

3.4.49BOperation of multiple venue linked jackpot arrangements without approved linked jackpot trust account prohibited228

3.4.49CPayments out of approved linked jackpot trust accounts228


3.4.51Extension of licence229

3.4.52Licence may authorise preparatory action230

3.4.53Publication and tabling231

3.4.54Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with monitoring233

3.4.55Transfer only under this Division233

3.4.56Application to transfer licence233

3.4.57Transfer of monitoring licence234

3.4.58Report to Minister by Commission236

3.4.59Related agreements237

3.4.59APublication and tabling238

3.4.59BRequest by licensee for amendment of licence239

3.4.59CAmendment of licence241

3.4.59CAProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence243

3.4.59DGrounds for disciplinary action243

3.4.59ECommission may take or recommend disciplinary action244

3.4.59FMinister may take disciplinary action246

3.4.59GSuspension of licence247

3.4.59GADisciplinary and other action against monitoring licenseepreparatory action248

3.4.59HEffect of licence suspension248

3.4.59ITemporary monitoring licence249

3.4.59JReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence250

3.4.59JAReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence issued for 90 days251

3.4.59KArrangements with former licensee252

3.4.59LFurther provisions for temporary licence252

3.4.59LARelated agreements with temporary licensee253

3.4.59LBNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements254

3.4.59LCLimitation of temporary licensee's civil liability254

3.4.59LDRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister255

3.4.59LEMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements255

3.4.59LFAppointment of a monitoring services provider if monitoring licence not granted256

3.4.59LGAppointment of a monitoring services provider after monitoring licence suspended or cancelled258

3.4.59MSecretary may require further information262

3.4.59NUpdating information provided to Secretary264

3.4.59OUpdating information provided to Minister regarding licence application265

3.4.59PUpdating licence transfer application266

3.4.59QNo compensation payable for certain acts and omissions267

3.4.59RCompetition and Consumer Act and Competition Code268

Division 7Roll of Manufacturers, Suppliers and Testers269

3.4.60The Roll269

3.4.61Application to be listed on Roll269

3.4.62Objections272


3.4.64Imposition and amendment of conditions274



3.4.67Voluntary removal from Roll278

3.4.68Payments etc. to venue operator unlawful278

3.4.68APublication of standard price lists279

Part 4AGaming machine entitlements280

Division 1Requirement to hold gaming machine entitlements and authority conferred by them280

3.4A.1Requirement to hold gaming machine entitlements280

3.4A.2Authority conferred by gaming machine entitlements281

Division 2Gaming machine entitlement allocation and transfer rules282

3.4A.3Gaming machine entitlement allocation and transfer rules282

3.4A.4Directions to the Commission in relation to allocation and transfers of gaming machine entitlements283

Division 3Creation and allocation of gaming machine entitlements283

3.4A.5Minister may create and allocate gaming machine entitlements283

3.4A.5AReview of regional and municipal limits for gaming machine entitlements286

3.4A.5BGaming machine entitlement not personal property287

3.4A.6Minister may refuse to allocate gaming machine entitlement if related agreements not entered into287

3.4A.6ADirections in relation to related agreements with Minister288

3.4A.6BNo compensation payable because of direction to enter related agreements under section 3.4A.6A288

3.4A.7Duration of gaming machine entitlements289

3.4A.8Gaming machine entitlements to be noted on Register289

3.4A.9Gaming machine entitlements may authorise preparatory action290

3.4A.10States rights in relation to allocated gaming machine entitlements292

3.4A.11No entitlement to or legitimate expectation of approval of venue292

3.4A.11ARelated agreements between venue operators and monitoring licensee293

3.4A.11BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements under section3.4A.11A294

3.4A.11CPayments for gaming machine entitlements must be made to Commission294

Division 4Amendment of gaming machine entitlement conditions294

3.4A.12Request for amendment of geographic area condition or venue condition294

3.4A.13Commission decision on the request295

3.4A.14Commission must record amendment in Register296

Division 5Transfer of gaming machine entitlements296

3.4A.15Fee payable for gaming machine entitlement transfers296

3.4A.16Gaming machine entitlements cannot be transferred to persons other than venue operators297

3.4A.17Gaming machine entitlements must be transferred in accordance with allocation and transfer rules297

3.4A.17ARelated agreements must be entered into before gaming machine entitlement may be transferred297

3.4A.18Gaming machine entitlements that are transferred before specified date298

3.4A.19Exemption from requirement to pay 75% of prescribed profit obtained on transfer299

3.4A.20Hospitals and Charities Fund300

Division 5APurchase by the State of gaming machine entitlements300

3.4A.20AApplication of Division300

3.4A.20BCommission to determine excess gaming machine entitlements301

3.4A.20CMinisterial Order for purchase of gaming machine entitlements301

3.4A.20DDeterminations for purpose of Division302

3.4A.20EInitial offers by State for purchase of gaming machine entitlements304

3.4A.20FFurther reduction of gaming machine entitlements304

3.4A.20GFurther offers by State for purchase of gaming machine entitlements306

3.4A.20HExtinguishment of gaming machine entitlements purchased for purpose of State limit reduction307

3.4A.20IExtinguishment on reduction of State limit307

3.4A.20JNo compensation payable308

Division 5BExtinguishment of unallocated or forfeited entitlements on reduction of State limit308

3.4A.20KMinisterial Order for extinguishment308

3.4A.20LEffect of Order309

3.4A.20MNo compensation payable310

Division 6Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements not used for conduct of gaming310

3.4A.21Definition310

3.4A.22Meaning of relevant holding period310

3.4A.23Gaming under gaming machine entitlements must be commenced within relevant holding period311

3.4A.24Gaming machine entitlements forfeited to State if gaming not commenced within relevant holding period311

3.4A.25Commission may extend relevant holding period312

Division 7Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following disciplinary action, surrender of licence or expiry313

3.4A.26Gaming machine entitlements forfeited if venue operator's licence cancelled, surrendered or not renewed313

Division 8Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following default under related agreement314

3.4A.27Gaming machine entitlements forfeited if venue operator defaults under related agreement314

Division 8AForfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following offers to purchase those entitlements315

3.4A.27AForfeiture to Stateafter reduction of regional or municipal district limit315

Division 9Extinguishment of interests and rights in gaming machine entitlements315

3.4A.28Extinguishment315

3.4A.29No compensation payable because of extinguishment316

Division 10Forfeited gaming machine entitlements316

3.4A.30Application of Division316

3.4A.31No compensation payable because of forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements316

3.4A.32Amounts owed to the State in relation to gaming machine entitlements become immediately payable316

3.4A.33Payment of proceeds from forfeited gaming machine entitlements that are allocated again317


3.4A.34Competition and Consumer Act and Competition Code authorisation318

Part 5Control of gaming320

Division 1Manufacturing and obtaining gaming machines320

3.5.1Manufacture, sale, supply, obtaining or possession of gaming machines320

3.5.2Gaming machine contracts to be approved by Commission322

Division 2Controls over gaming machines and games323

3.5.3Commission's standards for gaming machine types and games323

3.5.4Approval of gaming machine types and games323

3.5.5Variation of gaming machine types and games324

3.5.6Withdrawal of approval326

3.5.7Linked jackpots unlawful without approval327

3.5.7ALinked jackpot arrangements unlawful without approval327

3.5.7BApproval of linked jackpot arrangements328

3.5.7CWithdrawal of approval329

3.5.8Identification of machines330

3.5.9Gaming prohibited on unprotected devices331

3.5.10Unlawful interference with equipment or systems332

3.5.11Protection of sensitive areas of gaming equipment or monitoring equipment333

3.5.12Testing of electronic monitoring system335

3.5.13Approval of electronic monitoring systems336

3.5.15Installation and storage of gaming machines338

3.5.16Certificates of installationgaming equipment and monitoring equipment339

3.5.17Offence to play gaming machine not installed as authorised341

3.5.17AGaming machines must be connected to approved electronic monitoring system341

3.5.17BGaming machines must be connected to approved electronic monitoring system341

3.5.17COffence to interfere with an electronic monitoring system342

3.5.18Gaming only permitted in gaming machine areas342

3.5.19Gaming tokens342

3.5.20Malfunction of gaming machines343

3.5.21Defective gaming machines not allowed343

3.5.22After hours gaming344

3.5.23The Commission's rules345

3.5.24Disallowance of rules346

3.5.25Inspection of rules347

3.5.26Rules to be enforced348

3.5.27Commission may give directions348

3.5.28Inducements, cheating etc.348

Division 3Responsible gaming measures350

Subdivision 1General measures350

3.5.29Banning large denomination note acceptors and autoplay facilities350

3.5.30Spin rates351

3.5.31Credit etc.351

3.5.32Limiting withdrawals and advances from cash facilities352

3.5.33Payment of accumulated credits and cashing of cheques352

3.5.33APlaying of gaming machines by intoxicated persons prohibited354

Subdivision 2Automatic teller machine and alternative cash access facility measures354

3.5.33BDefinitions354

3.5.33CAutomatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities prohibited in approved venues not on racecourses355

3.5.33DLimiting placement of automatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities on racecourses355

3.5.33EApplication for approval356

3.5.33FApprovals356

3.5.33GMinisterial directions as to approvals357

3.5.33HConditions of approvals358

3.5.33IAmendment of conditions of approvalsApplications by venue operators359

3.5.33JReview of approvals360

3.5.33KAmendment of conditions of approvalsBy the Commission361

3.5.33LFunctions and powers under this Subdivision may be performed or exercised by a single Commissioner361

3.5.33MAppeal361

3.5.33NNo compensation payable362

Division 4Gaming machine advertising362

3.5.34AAProhibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by or on behalf of venue operators and casino operators362

3.5.34ABProhibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by or on behalf of gaming operators365

3.5.34ACProhibition on printing gaming machine advertising on player cards367

3.5.34Prohibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by others368

3.5.35Prohibition on displaying gaming machine related signs369

3.5.35AResponsible gambling signs370

Division 5Loyalty schemes370

3.5.36Preconditions for allowing participation in loyalty scheme370

3.5.36AContent of written statement371

3.5.36BSetting limits under loyalty scheme372

3.5.36CExcluded persons373

3.5.36DLoyalty scheme must use same equipment as pre-commitment system374

3.5.37Player activity statements376

3.5.38Suspension of person who fails to collect their player activity statement377

3.5.39Opting out of loyalty schemes378

3.5.40No advertising to people suspended or removed from loyalty schemes378

3.5.41Loyalty scheme participant information380

Division 6Removal of people from approved venues381

3.5.42Application of Division381

3.5.43Removal of certain persons381

Part 6Returns to players, levies and taxes383

Division 1Returns to players383

3.6.1Returns to players383

3.6.1AReturns to players on expiry of gaming operator's licences383

Division 2Taxes and levies384

3.6.2Definitions384

3.6.3Health benefit levy385

3.6.3AHealth benefit levyfinancial year 2012 to 2013386

3.6.4Hypothecation of health benefit levy387

3.6.5Holder of gaming operator's licence to pay supervision charge387

3.6.5AVenue operators to pay supervision charge387

3.6.6Taxation388

3.6.6ATaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with pub licences390

3.6.6BTaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with club licences392

3.6.7Additional tax for holder of gaming operator's licence395

3.6.8Declaration for club venue operators to pay different tax in some circumstances395

3.6.9Community benefit statements398

3.6.9AMinisterial directions as to requirements of community benefit statements400

3.6.10Interest on late payment401

3.6.11Hospitals and charities and mental health levy402

3.6.12Payment to Community Support Fund402

Part 7Compliance requirements404


3.7.1Definition404

3.7.2Application of Part404

Division 2Banking, accounting and auditing404

3.7.3Banking404

3.7.4Accounting records405

3.7.5Books etc. to be kept on the premises406

Division 2AApproved linked jackpot trust account compliance requirements407

3.7.6Banking407

3.7.6AAAccounting records in relation to approved linked jackpot trust accounts408

3.7.6ABFunctions of Commission under this Division may be performed by any commissioner408

Division 3Other requirements409

3.7.6ADirections to gaming operator to provide informationetc.409

3.7.6BDirections to monitoring licensee to provide informationetc.410

3.7.6CNo compensation payable411

3.7.6DDirections to monitoring licensee411

Part 8Legacy monitoring systems413

Division 1Preliminary413

3.8.1Definitions413

3.8.2Meaning of legacy monitoring system414

3.8.3Meaning of specified monitoring system information414

3.8.4Authorised persons415

Division 2Information gathering powers415

3.8.5Minister may direct legacy monitoring system owners to provide information and documents415

Division 3Due diligence powers416

3.8.6Access notice416

3.8.7Access powers417

3.8.8What can the Minister or authorised person do after service of access notice?418

3.8.9Specified persons must give information to Minister or authorised persons419

3.8.10Direction to provide reasonable assistance421

3.8.11Offences relating to obstruction of Minister or authorised persons423

Division 4Other matters423

3.8.12No compensation payable423

3.8.13Compliance with certain directions is not a breach of contract, breach of confidence or any other civil wrong423

Part 8APre-commitment from 1December 2015424



Division 2Pre-commitment direction, approval and testing425

3.8A.2Pre-commitment direction425

3.8A.3Monitoring licensee must not provide unapproved pre-commitment system426

3.8A.4Commission may approve precommitment system426

3.8A.5Testing of pre-commitment system427

Division 3Obligations of monitoring licensee, venue operators and casino operators428


3.8A.7Certificates of installationplayer account equipment and parts of a precommitment system428

3.8A.8Monitoring licensee must ensure that precommitment system complies with standards and operational requirements429

3.8A.9Player account equipment must comply with regulations and standards430

3.8A.10Offence for operator failing to ensure proper installation of player account equipment431

3.8A.11Player cards must comply with regulations and standards431

3.8A.12Operators must ensure functioning of player account equipment and connection to pre-commitment system432

3.8A.13Offence for operator to permit gaming on gaming machine using alternative limit setting scheme433

Division 4Related agreements433


3.8A.15Related agreement between monitoring licensee and venue operator or casino operator434

3.8A.16Related agreement between Minister and venue operator or casino operator434

3.8A.17Content of direction434

3.8A.18Direction to enter into related agreement must be complied with435

3.8A.19No compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreement under section3.8A.15 or3.8A.16435

Division 4AStandard venue conditions435

3.8A.19AMinister may determine standard venue conditions435

3.8A.19BPublication and effect of standard venue conditions436

3.8A.19CNo compensation for determination of standard venue conditions436

Division 5Provision of information436


3.8A.21Directions to monitoring licensee to provide information concerning precommitment437

3.8A.22No compensation payable437

3.8A.23Provision of information for research purposes437

Division 6Confidentiality438

3.8A.24Definition438

3.8A.25Restriction on disclosure of precommitment information438

3.8A.26Disclosure with consent permitted438

3.8A.27Disclosure to enforcement agencies permitted438

3.8A.28Disclosure for performance of functions439

3.8A.29Disclosure of lawfully publicly available information permitted439

3.8A.30Disclosure of de-identified information for research purposes439

Part 9General440

Division 1Declared operator of gaming operator's licence440

3.9.1Minister may declare company to be operator440

3.9.2Application for approval441

3.9.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary441


3.9.4Prohibition on recovery of costs of investigating persons on Roll or their associates442

3.9.5Appeals443

3.9.6Injunctions to prevent contraventions etc.444

Chapter 4Wagering and betting446


4.1.1Purpose446

4.1.2Definitions446

4.1.3Exemption of totalisators448

Part 2General authorisation for wagering and betting450

Division 1Legality of wagering and betting450

4.2.1Wagering and approved betting competitions450

4.2.1AConduct of betting exchanges450

4.2.2Use of totalisator lawful450

4.2.3Approval of totalisator equipment451

Division 2Betting rules452

4.2.4Totalisator or approved betting competition not to be conducted without rules452

4.2.4ABetting exchange rules452

4.2.5Licensee to make betting rules454

4.2.6Disallowance of betting rules or betting exchange rules456

4.2.7Commission may direct wagering and betting licensee to deal with certain bets458

Division 3Conduct of wagering and betting by wagering and betting licensee458

4.2.8Acceptance of wagers and bets458

4.2.9Agents of licensee458

4.2.10Investigation of complaints459

4.2.11Termination of certain agent agreements460

Part 3Wagering licence and gaming licence462

Division 1Authority of licences462

4.3.1Wagering licence462

4.3.2Gaming licence462

4.3.3One licence462

4.3.4Licences non-transferable463

4.3.4AApplication of Part463

Division 2Grant of licences463

4.3.5Application for licences463

4.3.6Matters to be considered in determining application464

4.3.7Recommendation on application465

4.3.8Grant of licences466

4.3.9Duration of licences and licence conditions467

4.3.10Amendment of licence conditions467

4.3.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence467

4.3.11Powers of licensee under Corporations Act not affected467

Division 3Entitlement of former licensee468

4.3.12Entitlement of former licensee on grant of new licences468

4.3.13What is the licence value of the former licences?468

4.3.14When must the payment be made?470

Division 4Operators471

4.3.15Appointment of operators471


4.3.17Approval of wholly-owned subsidiary472

Division 6Further licensing restrictions and requirements473

4.3.28Restrictions on directors of licensee or operator473

4.3.29Licensee and others not to be associated with certain activities474

Division 7Disciplinary action and cancellation475


4.3.32Cancellation of both licences476

4.3.33Appointment of temporary licensee if licence cancelled478

Division 8Further obligation to provide information479

4.3.34Directions to wagering licensee to provide information479

Part 3AWagering and betting licence481

Division 1AAInterpretation481

4.3A.1AADefinitions481

Division 1Authority and number of wagering and betting licences483

4.3A.1Authority of wagering and betting licence483

4.3A.2One licence484

Division 2Licensing procedure484

4.3A.3Registration of interest484

4.3A.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest488

4.3A.5Application for licence488

4.3A.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications490

4.3A.7Determination of applications490

4.3A.7AProhibition on improper interference493

4.3A.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application493

4.3A.8Issue of licence494

4.3A.8AWagering and betting licence not personal property494

4.3A.9Licence conditions494

4.3A.10Minister may refuse to issue wagering and betting licence if related agreements not entered into495

4.3A.10AARelated agreements with wagering and betting licensee495

4.3A.10ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements496

4.3A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence496

4.3A.11Duration of licence497

4.3A.12Licence may authorise preparatory action497

4.3A.13Premium payment498

4.3A.13APenalty interest for late payment499

4.3A.13BRecovery of amounts499

4.3A.14Publication and tabling500

4.3A.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with wagering and betting501

4.3A.15AAppointment of wagering and betting operator502

4.3A.15BApproval of wholly-owned subsidiary502

4.3A.15CRights and obligations of wagering and betting operator502

Division 3Transfer of licence504

4.3A.16Transfer only under this Division504

4.3A.17Application to transfer licence504

4.3A.18Transfer of wagering and betting licence505

4.3A.19Report to Minister by Commission508

4.3A.20Related agreements509

4.3A.21Publication and tabling509

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence511

4.3A.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence511

4.3A.23Amendment of licence512

4.3A.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence514

4.3A.24Surrender of licence514

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action515

4.3A.26Grounds for disciplinary action515

4.3A.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action516

4.3A.28Minister may take disciplinary action518

4.3A.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings519

4.3A.30Effect of licence suspension520

4.3A.30ADisciplinary and other action against wagering and betting licenseepreparatory action520

Division 6Temporary wagering and betting licence521

4.3A.31Temporary wagering and betting licence521

4.3A.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence523

4.3A.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence issued for 90days524

4.3A.33Arrangements with former licensee525

4.3A.34Further provisions for temporary licence526

4.3A.34AARelated agreements with temporary wagering and betting licensee527

4.3A.34ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements528

Division 6ABetting exchanges528

4.3A.34ADefinitions528

4.3A.34BApproval of telecommunication devices by Commission531

4.3A.34CLicensee not to enable betting by way of a betting exchange on races, competitions or events without relevant consent531

4.3A.34DLicensee must conduct a betting exchange by way of certain telecommunication devices532

4.3A.34ECommission or controlling body may request information532

4.3A.34FCompliance with information notice533

4.3A.34GOffences by the wagering and betting licensee as operator of betting exchange533

4.3A.34HOffence by direct participant534

4.3A.34IOffence by a person who has an interest in the outcome of a brokered betting event534

4.3A.34JOffence by the owner of a horse to bet through betting exchange535

4.3A.34KOffence by the owner of a greyhound to bet through betting exchange535

Division 6BRequirements in relation to registered players536

4.3A.34LVerification of registered player's identity536

4.3A.34MWagering and betting funds of registered players536

4.3A.34NDisclosure of names of registered players538

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations539


4.3A.36Secretary may require further information539

4.3A.37Updating information provided to Secretary540

4.3A.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application541

4.3A.39Updating licence transfer application543

4.3A.39ADirections to provide information544

4.3A.39BDirections to licensees545


4.3A.40Powers of Secretary545

Part 4On-course wagering permit546

Division 1Authority of permit546

4.4.1On-course wagering permit546

Division 2Grant of permit546

4.4.2Application for permit546

4.4.3Matters to be considered in determining application547

4.4.4Grant of permit548

4.4.5Permit is non-transferable549

Division 3Conduct of on-course wagering549

4.4.6Compliance with betting rules549

4.4.7Racing industry and licensee549

Division 4Commissions, dividends and taxes549

4.4.8Commissions549

4.4.9Dividends550

4.4.10Wagering tax551

4.4.11Hospitals and Charities Fund551

4.4.12Supervision charge551


4.4.13Unclaimed refunds and dividends552

Part 5Approved betting competitions and sports betting553


4.5.1Definitions553

4.5.2Events and betting competitions that cannot be approved under this Part554

Division 2Approved betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound racing554

4.5.3Approval of betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound races554

4.5.4Notice of approval555

4.5.5Variation and revocation of approval555

Division 3Approval of other events for betting purposes555

4.5.6Approval of events for betting purposes555

4.5.7What kinds of events can be approved?556

4.5.8What must Commission consider in approving events?557

4.5.9Designation of sports betting events557

4.5.10Notice and publication requirements558


Division 3AApproval of simulated racing events559

4.5.11AApproval of simulated racing events for betting purposes559

4.5.11BWhat must Commission consider in approving simulated racing events?559

4.5.11CNotice and publication requirements560

4.5.11DVariation and revocation of approval560

4.5.11EApproval does not limit Minister's power to approve keno game under Chapter 6A561

Division 4Approval of sports controlling bodies for sports betting purposes561


4.5.13Objections562


4.5.15Determination of applications and duration of approval563



4.5.18Surrender of approval565

4.5.19Change in situation of sports controlling body565

4.5.20Tribunal reviews565

Division 5Requirements on sports betting providers566

4.5.21What is offering a betting service?566

4.5.22Prohibition on offering betting service without agreement or determination566

4.5.23Agreement of sports controlling body567

4.5.24Application for Commission determination if no sports controlling body agreement568

4.5.25Procedure on application569

4.5.26Determination of Commission569

4.5.27Variation and revocation of determination571

4.5.28Costs of investigating applications572

Division 6Prohibition of betting contingencies572

4.5.29Commission may prohibit betting on contingencies572


4.5.31Offence to offer bets on prohibited betting contingencies574

Part 5ABookmaker and bookmaking related registrations575


4.5A.2Application for registration as bookmaker575

4.5A.3Application for registration as bookmaker's key employee576

4.5A.4Determination of application for registration as bookmaker576

4.5A.5Determination of application for registration as bookmaker's key employee578

4.5A.6Certificate of registration and identity card578

4.5A.7Duration of registration as bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee579

4.5A.8Nominee of corporation579

4.5A.9Application of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships581

4.5A.10Approval of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships581

4.5A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of registration for a bookmaker583

4.5A.11Conditions of registration583

4.5A.12Amendment of conditions583

4.5A.13Registration renewal584

4.5A.14Disciplinary action against registered bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee585

4.5A.14ASuspension of a bookmaker's registration pending criminal proceedings588

4.5A.14BSuspension of a bookmaker's key employee's registration pending criminal proceedings589

4.5A.15Review by VCAT of registrations as a bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee589

4.5A.16Time limit for applying for review590

Part 6Commissions, dividends and taxes592

Division 1Wagering592

4.6.1Commissions592

4.6.2Dividends592

4.6.3Wagering tax594

4.6.3AWagering tax review597

Division 2Approved betting competitions597

4.6.4Commissionstotalisators597

4.6.5Dividends597

4.6.6TaxApproved betting competitions599

Division 2AApproved simulated racing events600

4.6.6ATaxApproved simulated racing events600

Division 2BBetting exchanges601

4.6.6BTaxBetting exchange commissions601

Division 3Supervision charge602

4.6.7Licensee to pay charge602

4.6.7AWagering and betting licensee to pay charge602


4.6.8Hospitals and Charities Fund603

4.6.9Unclaimed refunds, dividends and prizes603

Part 7Offences605

4.7.1AADefinitions605

4.7.2Offences relating to totalisators and approved betting competitions606

4.7.3Tickets purportedly issued by licensee608

4.7.4Offence related to payment of dividends or prizes609


4.7.6Offence to extend credit etc.610

4.7.7Gambling by intoxicated persons prohibited611

4.7.8Appropriate advertising standards required611

4.7.9Prescribed statement to be included in advertisements611

4.7.10Offence to offer inducement to open betting account612


Division 1Banking, accounting and auditing613


4.8.2Banking613

4.8.3Accounts615

4.8.4Books etc. to be kept on the premises616

4.8.5Audit of books, accounts and financial statements618

Division 2Reporting619

4.8.6Submission of reports619

Part 9Other matters621

4.9.1Competition and Consumer Act and Competition Code621

Chapter 5Lotteries624


5.1.1Purposes624

5.1.2Definitions624


Part 2Public lotteries626

Division 1Legality of public lotteries626

5.2.1Public lotteries declared lawful626

5.2.1AApproval of computer system etc.626

Division 2Public lottery rules627

5.2.2Lottery rules627

5.2.3When do lottery rules come into force?628

5.2.4Publication and inspection of lottery rules628

5.2.5Disallowance of lottery rules629

Division 3Conduct of public lotteries630

5.2.6Supervision of public lottery draws by Commission's representative630

5.2.7Licensee to record entries631

5.2.9Licensee not to act as credit provider632

5.2.10Non-monetary prizes632

5.2.11Prohibition of certain schemes632

5.2.12Publicity concerning prizewinners633

Part 3Public lottery licences635



Division 1Number and type of public lottery licences637

5.3.1Minister determines number and type of public lottery licences637

5.3.2Which public lotteries can be licensed?638


5.3.2ARegistration of interest638

5.3.3Application for licence640

5.3.4Report to Minister by Commission641


5.3.5AProhibition on improper interference643

5.3.5BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application643

5.3.6Issue of licence643

5.3.7Licence conditions644

5.3.7AAncillary agreements645

5.3.7BResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence645


5.3.8ALicence may authorise preparatory action646

5.3.9Premium payment647

5.3.10Licence is non-transferable648

5.3.11Publication and tabling648

5.3.12Inspection of licence649

5.3.13Register of licences649

Division 3Appointing subsidiaries to conduct public lotteries649

5.3.14Appointment of subsidiaries649

5.3.15Approval of subsidiary650

5.3.15AEngaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with public lotteries650

Division 4Amending and surrendering licences651

5.3.16Request by licensee for amendment of licence651

5.3.17Notification of other affected licensees651

5.3.18Objection by other licensees652

5.3.19Amendment of licence652

5.3.19AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence654

5.3.20Surrender of licence654

Division 5Disciplinary action655

5.3.21Grounds for disciplinary action655

5.3.22Commission may recommend disciplinary action656

5.3.23Minister may take disciplinary action656

5.3.24Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings657

5.3.25Effect of licence suspension658

5.3.26Application of Division to appointed subsidiaries658

Division 6Temporary public lottery licences658

5.3.27Temporary public lottery licences658

5.3.28Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence661

5.3.28AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence issued for 90days662

5.3.29Arrangements with former licensee663

5.3.30Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of temporary licence663

Part 4Returns to players and taxes664



Division 2Taxes664


5.4.3Public lottery tax665

5.4.4Penalty interest for late payment666

5.4.5Recovery of amounts666

5.4.6Application of tax proceeds667

5.4.7Sharing tax with other jurisdictions667


Division 1Financial recording and reporting670

5.5.1Licensee to keep accounts and records670

5.5.2Annual financial statements670

5.5.6Subsidiaries to comply with Division670

Division 2Other requirements671

5.5.6ADirections to provide information etc.671

5.5.7Directions to licensees672

5.5.8Claims for prize672

5.5.9Unclaimed prizes674

5.5.10Complaints675

Part 7Trade promotion lotteries677

Division 1Legality of trade promotion lotteries677

5.7.1Trade promotion lotteries declared lawful677

5.7.2Conduct of trade promotion lotteries677

Division 4Compliance and offences679


5.7.16Conducting trade promotion lottery in contravention of Actetc.680

5.7.16AVenue operators must not conduct trade promotion lotteries in relation to gaming680

5.7.18AGaming machine play restrictions to be included trade promotion lottery advertisements681

5.7.18BCommission determinations about the manner of display of gaming machine play restrictions681


5.7.20Commissioner may perform Commission's functions682

Chapter 6Club keno683


6.1.1Purpose683

6.1.2Definitions683

Part 2Club keno games684

Division 1Legality of club keno games684

6.2.1Club keno games conducted by participants are lawful684

6.2.2Authorisation for club keno games684

6.2.3Club keno not subject to Chapter 3684

6.2.4Club Keno games may be conducted in approved venues684

Division 2Conducting club keno games685

6.2.5Sale of tickets685

6.2.6Agents of participants685

6.2.6AApproval of club keno system685

6.2.6BSecurity of certain equipment686

6.2.6CResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct686

6.2.7Defective machinery etc.686

6.2.8Unlawful interference with club keno system687

6.2.9Use of defective club keno machinery etc.687

6.2.10Credit etc.688

6.2.11Club keno rules688

6.2.12Commencement of rules689

6.2.13Publication and inspection of club keno rules689

6.2.14Disallowance of club keno rules690

Part 3Returns to players, taxes and levies692



Division 2Taxes and levies692

6.3.2Duty payable by participants692

6.3.3Hospitals, charities and mental health levy694

Division 3Unclaimed prizes694

6.3.4Unclaimed prizes694


Division 1Accounting records696

6.4.1Accounting records696

Division 2Complaints696

6.4.5Investigation of complaints696

Part 5Approval of subsidiaries698

6.5.1Minister may declare company to be participant698


6.5.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary699

Part 6General702

6.6.1Directions to participants to provide information702

Chapter 6AKeno704


6A.1.1Purpose704

6A.1.2Definitions704

6A.1.3Keno linked jackpot arrangements705

Part 2Keno games706

Division 1Legality of keno games706

6A.2.1Keno games conducted under this Chapter are lawful706

6A.2.2Keno not subject to Chapter 3706

Division 2Conducting keno games706

6A.2.3Sale of tickets706

6A.2.4Agents of licensee706

6A.2.4ATermination of certain agent agreements707

6A.2.5Approval of keno system708

6A.2.6Security of certain equipment709

6A.2.7Defective machinery, equipment and computer systems709

6A.2.8Unlawful interference with keno system710

6A.2.9Use of defective keno machinery, equipment or computer system710

6A.2.10Credit and loans710

6A.2.11Keno rules711

6A.2.12Commencement of rules712

6A.2.13Publication and inspection of keno rules712

6A.2.14Disallowance of keno rules712

Part 2AApproval of games as keno games715

6A.2A.1Approval of keno games for betting purposes715

6A.2A.2Notice and publication requirements716

6A.2A.3Variation and revocation of approval716

6A.2A.4Approval does not limit Commission's power to approve simulated racing events under Chapter4716

Part 3Keno licence717


6A.3.1AADefinitions717

Division 1Authority and number of keno licences719

6A.3.1Authority of keno licence719

6A.3.2One licence719


6A.3.3Registration of interest719

6A.3.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest722

6A.3.5Application for licence722

6A.3.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications724

6A.3.7Determination of applications724

6A.3.7AProhibition on improper interference726

6A.3.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application726

6A.3.8Issue of licence727

6A.3.8AKeno licence not personal property727

6A.3.9Licence conditions727

6A.3.9AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence728

6A.3.10Minister may refuse to issue keno licence if related agreements not entered into728

6A.3.10ARelated agreements with keno licensee728

6A.3.10BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements729

6A.3.11Duration of licence729

6A.3.12Licence may authorise preparatory action729

6A.3.13Premium payment730

6A.3.13APenalty interest for late payment731

6A.3.13BRecovery of amounts731

6A.3.14Publication and tabling731

6A.3.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with keno games733

Division 3Transfer of licence733

6A.3.16Transfer only under this Division733

6A.3.17Application to transfer licence733

6A.3.18Transfer of a keno licence734

6A.3.19Report to Minister by Commission737

6A.3.20Related agreements737

6A.3.21Publication and tabling738

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence740

6A.3.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence740

6A.3.23Amendment of licence741

6A.3.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence743

6A.3.24Surrender of licence743

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action743

6A.3.26Grounds for disciplinary action743

6A.3.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action745

6A.3.28Minister may take disciplinary action746

6A.3.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings747

6A.3.30Effect of licence suspension748

6A.3.30ADisciplinary and other action against keno licenseepreparatory action748

Division 6Temporary keno licence749

6A.3.31Temporary keno licence749

6A.3.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence751

6A.3.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence issued for 90days752

6A.3.33Arrangements with former licensee752

6A.3.34Further provisions for temporary licence753

6A.3.34ARelated agreements with temporary keno licensee754

6A.3.34BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements755

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations755


6A.3.36Secretary may require further information755

6A.3.37Updating information provided to Secretary757

6A.3.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application757

6A.3.39Updating licence transfer application759

6A.3.39ADirections to provide information760

6A.3.39BDirections to licensee760

6A.3.39CClaim for prize761

6A.3.39DUnclaimed prizes762


6A.3.40Powers of Secretary763

Part 4Returns to players, taxes and funds764


6A.4.1Returns to players764

Division 2Taxes764

6A.4.2Duty payable by licensee764

Division 3Supervision charge766

6A.4.3Supervision charge766

Division 4Funds767

6A.4.4Hospitals and Charities Fund and Mental Health Fund767


Division 1Accounting records768

6A.5.1Accounting records768

Division 2Complaints768

6A.5.2Investigation of complaints768

Part 6Other matters769

6A.6.1Trade Practices Act and Competition Code769

Chapter 7Interactive gaming770


7.1.1Purpose770

7.1.2Definitions770

7.1.3Meaning of interactive game772

7.1.4Meaning of approved game774

7.1.5Participating jurisdictions774

7.1.6Territorial application of this Chapter776

Part 2General authorisation for interactive gaming777

7.2.1Lawful activities777

7.2.2Offence to conduct unauthorised interactive gaming777

Part 3Interactive gaming licences779


7.3.1Application for interactive gaming licence779


7.3.3Suitability of applicant to hold interactive gaming licence781

7.3.4Suitability of associates782



7.3.6Changing conditions of licence783

7.3.7Interactive gaming licence non-transferable784

7.3.8Surrender of interactive gaming licence784


7.3.9Definitions784

7.3.10Grounds for disciplinary action785

7.3.11Taking disciplinary action787


7.3.13Suspension of interactive gaming licence pending criminal proceedings788

7.3.14Effect of licence suspension788

Division 3Endorsement of licence788

7.3.15Power to executors, trustees etc. to carry on business under licence788

7.3.16Effect of endorsements789

7.3.17Licence lapses if not endorsed790

Part 4Control of interactive gaming791

Division 1Player registration791

7.4.1Player registration and acceptance of wagers791

7.4.3Verification of player's identity791

Division 2General conduct of interactive gaming792

7.4.4Compliance with certain conditions792

7.4.5Licensed testers to test interactive gaming equipment793

7.4.6Offence for licensed provider to participate etc.793

7.4.7Commission's power to restrict participation in approved games by gaming officials793

7.4.8Licensed provider not to act as credit provider794

Division 3Players' funds and prizes794

7.4.9Players funds794

7.4.10Funds held on behalf of players794

7.4.11Inactive players795

7.4.12Disposal of unclaimed non-monetary prizes795

7.4.13Claims for prize796

7.4.14Monetary prizes not claimed within 2years797

7.4.15Power to withhold prizes in certain cases797

Division 4Responsible gambling measures798

7.4.16Limitation on amount wagered798

7.4.17Self-exclusion order799

Part 5Returns to players and taxes801



Division 2Taxes801


7.5.3Interactive gaming tax802

7.5.4Returns for calculation of tax803

7.5.5Penalty interest for late payment803

7.5.6Recovery of amounts804

7.5.7Revenue offences804


Division 1Directions805

7.6.1Directions805

Division 2Complaint handling805

7.6.2Inquiries about complaints805

Part 8Tribunal reviews808

7.8.1Review by Tribunal808

Chapter 8Community and charitable gaming810


8.1.1Purpose810

8.1.2Definitions810

Part 2Legality of community and charitable gaming813

8.2.1Community and charitable gaming declared lawful813

8.2.2Minor gaming must be in accordance with Chapteretc.813

8.2.3Permit not required for raffle where prize value $5000 or less814

8.2.4Bingo sessions conducted by or on behalf of community or charitable organisations814

8.2.4ABingo sessions conducted by others815

8.2.5Disclosure if raffle proceeds to be paid to or for a political party816

Part 3Community or charitable organisations817

Division 1Community or charitable organisations817

8.3.1Application to be declared as a community or charitable organisation817

8.3.2Commission may require further information etc.817

8.3.3Commission may make declaration818

8.3.4Can the applicant appeal?819

8.3.5Commission to determine appeal819

8.3.6Duration of declaration820

8.3.6ARenewal of declaration820

8.3.7Commission may require organisation to show cause821

8.3.8Organisation may make submissions821

8.3.9Revocation of declaration822

8.3.10Appeal to Supreme Court822

8.3.11Suspension of declaration823

8.3.11AInvestigation of community or charitable organisations824

8.3.11BProvision of information824

Division 2Minor gaming permits826

8.3.12Application for minor gaming permit826

8.3.13Determination of application827

8.3.14What does a minor gaming permit authorise?828

8.3.15Duration of minor gaming permit828

8.3.16Nominee of organisation828

8.3.17Amendment of permit conditions829

8.3.18Appeal830





8.3.22Performance of functions834

Part 4Conduct of community and charitable gaming835

Division 1Lucky envelopes835

8.4.1Lucky envelopes must comply with prescribed standards835

8.4.2Lucky envelopes only to be supplied to permit holder835

Division 2Bingo835

8.4.2ANotification of intention to conduct or cease conducting bingo sessions835

8.4.2BNominees837

8.4.2CNotification of large bingo prizes838

8.4.2DBingo rules838

8.4.2ERules binding unless Commission approves a variation839

8.4.2FCommission may require notification of bingo rules840

8.4.3Bingo equipment must comply with prescribed standards840

8.4.4Restriction on supply of bingo equipment841

8.4.5Braille bingo tickets842

8.4.6Community or charitable organisation may contract with bingo centre operator to conduct bingo842

8.4.7Expenses operators can charge for bingo844

8.4.7APayment of prize money and cashing of cheques844

Division 3Bingo pooling schemes845

8.4.8When can a pooling scheme operate?845

8.4.9Membership of pooling scheme845

8.4.10Pooling scheme rules846

8.4.11Commission may specify matters for rules846

8.4.12Disallowance of rules847

8.4.13Scheme administrator847

8.4.14Amendment of rules848

8.4.15Declaration of interest849

8.4.16Application to political parties849

Division 4Disciplinary action against community or charitable organisations in relation to bingo850




8.4.20Appeal853

Part 5Bingo centres855

Division 1Licensing of bingo centre operators855

8.5.1Requirement to be licensed855

8.5.2Application for licence855

8.5.3Application procedure855

8.5.4Objections856

8.5.5Responsible authority's report857





8.5.9Nominee of licensee859

8.5.10Licence non-transferable862

8.5.11Licence renewal862




8.5.15Effect and maximum period of suspension of bingo centre operator's licence868

8.5.16Suspension of bingo centre operator's licence pending criminal proceedings868

8.5.17Licence document to be surrendered868

8.5.18Provisional bingo centre operator's licence869

Division 3Compliance requirements and monitoring869

8.5.37Accounts and financial statements869

8.5.38Returns to the Commission870

8.5.42Gaming machines in bingo centres870

Part 5ACommercial raffle organisers871

8.5A.1Definition871

8.5A.2Requirement to be licensed871

8.5A.3Commission may require person to show cause871

8.5A.4Appeal872

8.5A.5Application for licence873

8.5A.6Objections874

8.5A.7Matters to be considered in determining applications874

8.5A.8Determination of application875

8.5A.8AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence876

8.5A.9Duration of licence876

8.5A.10Nominee of licensee876

8.5A.11Licence non-transferable878

8.5A.12Licence renewal878

8.5A.13Amendment of conditions880

8.5A.14Disciplinary action881

8.5A.15Letter of censure884

8.5A.16Effect and maximum period of suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence884

8.5A.17Suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence pending criminal proceedings885

8.5A.18Licence document to be surrendered885

8.5A.19Provisional commercial raffle organiser's licence885

8.5A.23Community or charitable organisation may contract with licensee to conduct raffle886

8.5A.24Expenses licensee can charge for raffle887

8.5A.25Promotion of raffle887

8.5A.26Accounts and financial statements888

8.5A.27Returns to the Commission889

Part 6General compliance requirements890

Division 1Banking and records890

8.6.1Banking890

8.6.2Records891

Division 2Ongoing notification requirements892

8.6.3Change in situation of person or associate892

Part 7Reviews894

8.7.1Tribunal reviews894

Part 8General895

8.8.1Refusal to issue licence or permit895

Chapter 9Onboard gaming897


9.1.1Purpose897

9.1.2Definitions897


Part 2Application of Tasmanian Act899

9.2.1Tasmanian Act applies as law of Victoria899

9.2.2Amendment of Schedules899

Part 3Further provisions regulating onboard gaming900

Division 1Legality of onboard gaming900

9.3.1Legality of onboard gaming900

9.3.2Non-applicability of other laws900

Division 2Conduct of onboard gaming901

9.3.3Limit on number of gaming machines901

9.3.4Unlawful interference with gaming equipment901


Division 3Taxes903

9.3.6Revenue-sharing agreement903

Part 4Suspension of Chapter904

9.4.1Suspension of Chapter904

Chapter 9ALicensing of gaming industry employees905


9A.1.2Authority conferred by a gaming industry employee's licence905

9A.1.3Gaming industry employees to be licensed907

9A.1.4Application for gaming industry employee's licence908

9A.1.5Determination of application909

9A.1.6Conditions of gaming industry employee's licence909

9A.1.7Appeal910

9A.1.8Identification of gaming industry employee911

9A.1.9Provisional licence912

9A.1.10Duration of gaming industry employee's licence913

9A.1.11Renewal of gaming industry employee's licence913

9A.1.12Disciplinary action914

9A.1.13Suspension of gaming industry employee's licence in connection with criminal proceedings916

9A.1.14Effect etc. of suspension916

9A.1.15Return of licence on suspension or cancellation917

9A.1.16Termination of employment on suspension or cancellation of licence917

9A.1.17Licensee to provide information relating to licence917

9A.1.18Compulsory training for certain gaming industry employees918

9A.1.19Venue operator may perform duties of gaming industry employee921

9A.1.20Volunteers at bingo centres921

9A.1.21Casino employees922

9A.1.22Change in situation of licensees923

Chapter 10Administration and enforcement924

Part 1The Commission's functions924

Division 1General functions924

10.1.4Functions of Commission924

10.1.5AStandards for approvals of technical equipment and systems927

10.1.5BStandards relating to certain matters928

10.1.5COperational requirements929

Division 6Confidentiality932


10.1.30General duty of confidentiality934

10.1.31Disclosure in legal proceedings935

10.1.32Other permitted disclosures935

10.1.33Aggregation of statistical information937

10.1.34Third party disclosures938

Part 1AThe Minister and the Secretary939

10.1A.1Nomination of assistants and advisers939

10.1A.2Directions to licence holders to provide information for policy development939

Part 2Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council941

10.2.1Minister may establish Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council941

10.2.2Function of Council941

Part 2AReview Panel942



Division 2Establishment and functions944

10.2A.2Establishment of Review Panel944

10.2A.3Functions and powers of Review Panel944

Division 3Membership of Review Panel947

10.2A.4Membership of Review Panel947

10.2A.5Chairperson947

10.2A.6Other members948

10.2A.7Vacancies and resignation948

10.2A.8Acting chairperson949

Division 4Procedure of Review Panel950

10.2A.9Meetings950

10.2A.10Reports951

10.2A.11Publication of Review Panel reports951

10.2A.12Direction in response to Review Panel's reports954

Part 3Funds955

Division 1Community Support Fund955

10.3.1Community Support Fund955

10.3.2Payments into Community Support Fund955

10.3.3Payments from the Community Support Fund955

10.3.3AAdditional payment from the Community Support Fund957

Division 2Mental Health Fund958

10.3.4Mental Health Fund958

10.3.5Payments into the Mental Health Fund958

10.3.6Payments from the Mental Health Fund958

Part 4Investigations and information gathering by the Commission959

Division 1Investigation of applications959


10.4.2Investigation of application960

10.4.3Photographs, finger prints and palm prints962

10.4.4Police inquiry and report963

10.4.5Commission may require further information etc.965

10.4.6Updating of application967

10.4.7Costs of investigating applications969

Division 1AInvestigations of registrations of interest and applications for wagering and betting licence and keno licence970


10.4.7BInvestigations and inquiries971

10.4.7CPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints972

10.4.7DPolice inquiry and report973

10.4.7ECommission may require further information974

10.4.7FUpdating information975

10.4.7GCosts of investigating976

10.4.7HService agreement976

10.4.7HAPowers of Secretary977

Division 1BInvestigations of transfers of monitoring licence, wagering and betting licence and keno licence and temporary licensing977

10.4.7IDefinitions977

10.4.7JInvestigations and inquiries978

10.4.7KPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints979

10.4.7LPolice inquiry and report979

10.4.7MCommission may require further information980

10.4.7NUpdating information981

10.4.7OCosts of investigating982

Division 1CInvestigations of persons for suitability for invitation, and to apply, for monitoring licence983

10.4.7PDefinitions983

10.4.7QInvestigations and inquiries983

10.4.7RPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints985

10.4.7SPolice inquiry and report986

10.4.7TCommission may require further information987

10.4.7UUpdating information988

10.4.7VCosts of investigating989

10.4.7WService agreement989

10.4.7XPowers of Secretary990

Division 1DInvestigations of applications for monitoring licence990

10.4.7YDefinitions990

10.4.7ZInvestigations and inquiries991

10.4.7ZAPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints992

10.4.7ZBPolice inquiry and report993

10.4.7ZCCommission may require further information994

10.4.7ZDUpdating information995

10.4.7ZECosts of investigating995

10.4.7ZFService agreement996

10.4.7ZGPowers of Secretary996

Division 2General investigatory powers of Commission996


10.4.10Provision of information998

Division 3Information gathering for law enforcement purposes999

10.4.11Information gathering for law enforcement purposes999

Part 4AMonitoring of relationships with associates1002

Division 1Interpretation1002


10.4A.2Relevant interests1003

10.4A.3References to the Corporations Act1003

Division 2Notifications in relation to associates1004

10.4A.4Change in situation of gambling industry participants, associatesetc.1004

10.4A.5Notification of Commission of persons who are likely to become associates1004

10.4A.6Notification of Commission of persons who have become associates1004

Division 3Commission approval1005

10.4A.7Prior Commission approval required before certain persons become associates1005

Division 4Termination of associations, warnings and undertakings1006

10.4A.8Termination of association1006

10.4A.9Written warnings and undertakings in relation to conduct of associates1007

Division 5Forfeiture and sale of shares in gambling industry participants1008

10.4A.10Disposal, forfeiture etc. of shares1008

10.4A.11Sale of forfeited shares1010

Division 6Investigations for purposes of Divisions4 and51010

10.4A.12Investigation of associates and others1010

10.4A.13Provision of information to Commission1011

10.4A.14Reports to Minister1013

Part 5Compliance and enforcement1014

Division 1Inspectors1014

10.5.4Police may perform functions of inspectors1014

10.5.5Responsibilities of inspectors while on duty1014

Division 2Functions of inspectors1015

10.5.7Functions of inspectors1015

10.5.8Right of entry1015

10.5.9Powers of inspectors1016

10.5.10Power to require names and addresses1018

10.5.11Inspector to investigate complaints1018

10.5.12Search warrants1019

10.5.13Announcement before entry1021

10.5.14Copy of warrant to be given to occupier or person in charge of vehicle1021

10.5.14ASearch and seizure powers under section 2.6.2 not affected1022

Division 3Offences1022

10.5.15Offences relating to obstruction of inspectors1022

10.5.16False or misleading information1024

10.5.17Impersonation of inspectors or commissioners1024

10.5.18Bribery of authorised person1025

10.5.19Protection against self-incrimination1026

Division 4Infringement notices1027

10.5.20Power to serve a notice1027

10.5.21Prescribed infringement penalty1027

10.5.27Proof of prior convictions1027

Division 5Forfeiture1029

10.5.28Forfeiture1029

10.5.29Seizure and forfeiture of equipment1029

Division 6Prosecutions and evidentiary provisions1031

10.5.30Offences by bodies1031

10.5.31Proceedings1031

10.5.32Evidence1032

Part 6Self exclusion programs and Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1034

Division 1Self-exclusion programs1034

10.6.1Ministerial directions as to requirements of self-exclusion programs1034

10.6.2Self-exclusion program additional requirements1034

10.6.3Approval of self-exclusion program1035

10.6.4Obligation on venue operators if requirements in respect of self-exclusion program change1035

10.6.4AVenue operator may apply to Commission to approve amended self-exclusion program1036

Division 2Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1036

10.6.5Definition1036

10.6.6Ministerial directions as to requirements of Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1037

10.6.7Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct additional requirements1038

10.6.8Approval of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct1038

10.6.9Obligation on relevant persons if requirements in respect of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct change1039

10.6.9ARelevant person may apply to Commission to approve amended Code of Conduct1040


10.6.10Reports to Minister1040

Part 7Minors1042


10.7.2Application of Part1044

10.7.3Offences in respect of allowing a minor to gamble1045

10.7.4Offence to assist minor to gamble1046

10.7.5Offence by minor to gamble1046

10.7.6Offences in respect of minors in a gaming machine area or casino1046

10.7.7Offence by minor to enter gaming machine area or casino1047

10.7.8Offence by minor using false evidence of age1047

10.7.9Notices to be displayed1048

10.7.10Supervision of vending machines1048

10.7.11No offence if gambling employee a minor1048

10.7.12Defences1049

10.7.13Proof of age may be required1049

Chapter 11General1051

Part 1Administrative provisions1051

Division 1Service of documents1051

11.1.1Service of documents on Commission1051

11.1.2Service of documents on other persons1051

Division 2Records and forms1052

11.1.3Records not kept in writing1052

11.1.4Sufficient compliance with approved forms1052


11.1.5Destruction of finger prints and palm prints1053

11.1.6Refund of fees1054

11.1.7Supreme Courtlimitation of jurisdiction1054

11.1.8No entitlement to or legitimate expectation of licence1054

Part 2Regulations1056

11.2.1Regulations1056

Chapter 12Amendments, repeals and transitional and other provisions1059

Part 2Transitional provisions1060

12.2.1Transitional provisions1060

Part 3Tattersall's1061

12.3.1Definition1061

12.3.2Transfer of Trustees' gaming operator's licence1061

12.3.3Transfer of Trustees' public lottery licence1063

Schedules1067

Schedule 1Subject matter for regulations1067

Schedule 2Modifications of Tasmanian Act1077

Schedule 3Modifications of Tasmanian regulations1080

Schedule 4Forms for Chapter 21081

Schedule 7Transitional provisions1085

Endnotes1179

1General information1179

2Table of Amendments1180

3Amendments Not in Operation1190

4Explanatory details1191

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Version No. 062


No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at20 June 2015

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 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 1July 2004.

(3)Section 12.1.5 comes into operation on 1 July 2009.

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

(4)If a provision referred to in subsection (2) (other than 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;

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