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Gambling Regulation Act 2003

Gambling Regulation Act 2003No. 114 of 2003

Version No. 064


No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at1 August 2015

table of provisions

SectionPage

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Chapter 1Preliminary1

1.1Purpose, objectives and outline1

1.2Commencement3

1.3Definitions4

1.3AAMeaning of gambling42

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 gambling65

2.5.25Power of owner to evict occupier of place provided for unauthorised gambling66

2.5.26Cancellation of notice to quit67

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 declaration70

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 occupier73

2.5.37Additional penalty for continuing offences74

2.5.38Entry by police74

2.5.40Procedure where place is entered under a warrantetc.75

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

2.5.42Indemnity of witnesses78

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 machines104

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 persons108

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 requirements180

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 licence188

3.4.41AConsent required for reports and investigations189

3.4.42Application for monitoring licence189

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 application193

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 into194

3.4.48ARelated agreements with monitoring licensee194

3.4.48BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements195

3.4.48CLimitation of monitoring licensee's civil liability196

3.4.48DRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister196

3.4.48EMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements196

3.4.49Responsible gambling directions197

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 accounts198


3.4.51Extension of licence199

3.4.52Licence may authorise preparatory action200

3.4.53Publication and tabling201

3.4.54Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with monitoring203

3.4.55Transfer only under this Division203

3.4.56Application to transfer licence203

3.4.57Transfer of monitoring licence204

3.4.58Report to Minister by Commission206

3.4.59Related agreements207

3.4.59APublication and tabling208

3.4.59BRequest by licensee for amendment of licence209

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 suspension218

3.4.59ITemporary monitoring licence219

3.4.59JReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence220

3.4.59JAReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence issued for 90 days221

3.4.59KArrangements with former licensee222

3.4.59LFurther provisions for temporary licence222

3.4.59LARelated agreements with temporary licensee223

3.4.59LBNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements224

3.4.59LCLimitation of temporary licensee's civil liability224

3.4.59LDRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister225

3.4.59LEMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements225

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 cancelled228

3.4.59MSecretary may require further information232

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 Roll239

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 Register259

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 transferred267

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 approval297

3.5.7BApproval of linked jackpot arrangements298

3.5.7CWithdrawal of approval299

3.5.8Identification of machines300

3.5.9Gaming prohibited on unprotected devices301

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 systems306

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.318

Division 3Responsible gaming measures320

Subdivision 1General measures320

3.5.29Banning large denomination note acceptors and autoplay facilities320

3.5.30Spin rates321

3.5.31Credit etc.321

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 measures324

3.5.33BDefinitions324

3.5.33CAutomatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities prohibited in approved venues not on racecourses325

3.5.33DLimiting placement of automatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities on racecourses325

3.5.33EApplication for approval326

3.5.33FApprovals326

3.5.33GMinisterial directions as to approvals327

3.5.33HConditions of approvals328

3.5.33IAmendment of conditions of approvalsApplications by venue operators329

3.5.33JReview of approvals330

3.5.33KAmendment of conditions of approvalsBy the Commission331

3.5.33LFunctions and powers under this Subdivision may be performed or exercised by a single Commissioner331

3.5.33MAppeal331

3.5.33NNo compensation payable332

Division 4Gaming machine advertising332

3.5.34AAProhibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by or on behalf of venue operators and casino operators332

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 signs339

3.5.35AResponsible gambling signs340

Division 5Loyalty schemes340

3.5.36Preconditions for allowing participation in loyalty scheme340

3.5.36AContent of written statement341

3.5.36BSetting limits under loyalty scheme342

3.5.36CExcluded persons343

3.5.36DLoyalty scheme must use same equipment as pre-commitment system344

3.5.37Player activity statements346

3.5.38Suspension of person who fails to collect their player activity statement347

3.5.39Opting out of loyalty schemes348

3.5.40No advertising to people suspended or removed from loyalty schemes348

3.5.41Loyalty scheme participant information350

Division 6Removal of people from approved venues351

3.5.42Application of Division351

3.5.43Removal of certain persons351

Part 6Returns to players, levies and taxes353

Division 1Returns to players353

3.6.1Returns to players353

3.6.1AReturns to players on expiry of gaming operator's licences353

Division 2Taxes and levies354

3.6.2Definitions354

3.6.3Health benefit levy355

3.6.3AHealth benefit levyfinancial year 2012 to 2013356

3.6.4Hypothecation of health benefit levy357

3.6.5Holder of gaming operator's licence to pay supervision charge357

3.6.5AVenue operators to pay supervision charge357

3.6.6Taxation358

3.6.6ATaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with pub licences360

3.6.6BTaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with club licences362

3.6.7Additional tax for holder of gaming operator's licence365

3.6.8Declaration for club venue operators to pay different tax in some circumstances365

3.6.9Community benefit statements368

3.6.9AMinisterial directions as to requirements of community benefit statements370

3.6.10Interest on late payment371

3.6.11Hospitals and charities and mental health levy372

3.6.12Payment to Community Support Fund372

Division 3Unclaimed winnings373

3.6.13Unclaimed winnings373

Part 7Compliance requirements375


3.7.1Definition375

3.7.2Application of Part375

Division 2Banking, accounting and auditing375

3.7.3Banking375

3.7.4Accounting records376

3.7.5Books etc. to be kept on the premises377

Division 2AApproved linked jackpot trust account compliance requirements378

3.7.6Banking378

3.7.6AAAccounting records in relation to approved linked jackpot trust accounts379

3.7.6ABFunctions of Commission under this Division may be performed by any commissioner379

Division 3Other requirements380

3.7.6ADirections to gaming operator to provide informationetc.380

3.7.6BDirections to monitoring licensee to provide informationetc.381

3.7.6CNo compensation payable382

3.7.6DDirections to monitoring licensee382

Part 8Legacy monitoring systems384

Division 1Preliminary384

3.8.1Definitions384

3.8.2Meaning of legacy monitoring system385

3.8.3Meaning of specified monitoring system information385

3.8.4Authorised persons386

Division 2Information gathering powers386

3.8.5Minister may direct legacy monitoring system owners to provide information and documents386

Division 3Due diligence powers387

3.8.6Access notice387

3.8.7Access powers388

3.8.8What can the Minister or authorised person do after service of access notice?389

3.8.9Specified persons must give information to Minister or authorised persons390

3.8.10Direction to provide reasonable assistance392

3.8.11Offences relating to obstruction of Minister or authorised persons394

Division 4Other matters394

3.8.12No compensation payable394

3.8.13Compliance with certain directions is not a breach of contract, breach of confidence or any other civil wrong394

Part 8APre-commitment from 1December2015395



Division 2Pre-commitment direction, approval and testing396

3.8A.2Pre-commitment direction396

3.8A.3Monitoring licensee must not provide unapproved pre-commitment system397

3.8A.4Commission may approve precommitment system397

3.8A.5Testing of pre-commitment system398

Division 3Obligations of monitoring licensee, venue operators and casino operators399


3.8A.7Certificates of installationplayer account equipment and parts of a precommitment system399

3.8A.8Monitoring licensee must ensure that precommitment system complies with standards and operational requirements400

3.8A.9Player account equipment must comply with regulations and standards401

3.8A.10Offence for operator failing to ensure proper installation of player account equipment402

3.8A.11Player cards must comply with regulations and standards402

3.8A.12Operators must ensure functioning of player account equipment and connection to pre-commitment system403

3.8A.13Offence for operator to permit gaming on gaming machine using alternative limit setting scheme404

Division 4Related agreements404


3.8A.15Related agreement between monitoring licensee and venue operator or casino operator405

3.8A.16Related agreement between Minister and venue operator or casino operator405

3.8A.17Content of direction405

3.8A.18Direction to enter into related agreement must be complied with406

3.8A.19No compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreement under section3.8A.15 or3.8A.16406

Division 4AStandard venue conditions406

3.8A.19AMinister may determine standard venue conditions406

3.8A.19BPublication and effect of standard venue conditions407

3.8A.19CNo compensation for determination of standard venue conditions407

Division 5Provision of information407


3.8A.21Directions to monitoring licensee to provide information concerning precommitment408

3.8A.22No compensation payable408

3.8A.23Provision of information for research purposes408

Division 6Confidentiality409

3.8A.24Definition409

3.8A.25Restriction on disclosure of precommitment information409

3.8A.26Disclosure with consent permitted409

3.8A.27Disclosure to enforcement agencies permitted409

3.8A.28Disclosure for performance of functions410

3.8A.29Disclosure of lawfully publicly available information permitted410

3.8A.30Disclosure of de-identified information for research purposes410

Part 9General411

Division 1Declared operator of gaming operator's licence411

3.9.1Minister may declare company to be operator411

3.9.2Application for approval412

3.9.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary412


3.9.4Prohibition on recovery of costs of investigating persons on Roll or their associates413

3.9.5Appeals414

3.9.6Injunctions to prevent contraventions etc.415

Chapter 4Wagering and betting417


4.1.1Purpose417

4.1.2Definitions418

4.1.3Exemption of totalisators420

Part 2General authorisation for wagering and betting422

Division 1Legality of wagering and betting422

4.2.1Wagering and approved betting competitions422

4.2.1AConduct of betting exchanges422

4.2.2Use of totalisator lawful422

4.2.3Approval of totalisator equipment423

Division 1ARegulation of publication and use of race fields424

4.2.3ARestrictions on publication and use of race fields424

4.2.3BApplication for race field publication and use approval425

4.2.3CPublication and use approval425

4.2.3DTribunal review427

4.2.3ECompetition and Consumer Act and Competition Code428

Division 2Betting rules429

4.2.4Totalisator or approved betting competition not to be conducted without rules429

4.2.4ABetting exchange rules429

4.2.5Licensee to make betting rules430

4.2.6Disallowance of betting rules or betting exchange rules433

4.2.7Commission may direct wagering and betting licensee to deal with certain bets434

Division 3Conduct of wagering and betting by wagering and betting licensee435

4.2.8Acceptance of wagers and bets435

4.2.9Agents of licensee435

4.2.10Investigation of complaints436

4.2.11Termination of certain agent agreements436

Part 3Wagering licence and gaming licence439

Division 1Authority of licences439

4.3.1Wagering licence439

4.3.2Gaming licence439

4.3.3One licence439

4.3.4Licences non-transferable440

4.3.4AApplication of Part440

Division 2Grant of licences440

4.3.5Application for licences440

4.3.6Matters to be considered in determining application441

4.3.7Recommendation on application442

4.3.8Grant of licences443

4.3.9Duration of licences and licence conditions444

4.3.10Amendment of licence conditions444

4.3.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence444

4.3.11Powers of licensee under Corporations Act not affected444

Division 3Entitlement of former licensee445

4.3.12Entitlement of former licensee on grant of new licences445

4.3.13What is the licence value of the former licences?445

4.3.14When must the payment be made?447

Division 4Operators448

4.3.15Appointment of operators448


4.3.17Approval of wholly-owned subsidiary449

Division 6Further licensing restrictions and requirements450

4.3.28Restrictions on directors of licensee or operator450

4.3.29Licensee and others not to be associated with certain activities451

Division 7Disciplinary action and cancellation452


4.3.32Cancellation of both licences453

4.3.33Appointment of temporary licensee if licence cancelled455

Division 8Further obligation to provide information456

4.3.34Directions to wagering licensee to provide information456

Part 3AWagering and betting licence458

Division 1AAInterpretation458

4.3A.1AADefinitions458

Division 1Authority and number of wagering and betting licences460

4.3A.1Authority of wagering and betting licence460

4.3A.2One licence461

Division 2Licensing procedure461

4.3A.3Registration of interest461

4.3A.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest465

4.3A.5Application for licence465

4.3A.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications467

4.3A.7Determination of applications467

4.3A.7AProhibition on improper interference470

4.3A.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application470

4.3A.8Issue of licence471

4.3A.8AWagering and betting licence not personal property471

4.3A.9Licence conditions471

4.3A.10Minister may refuse to issue wagering and betting licence if related agreements not entered into472

4.3A.10AARelated agreements with wagering and betting licensee472

4.3A.10ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements473

4.3A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence473

4.3A.11Duration of licence474

4.3A.12Licence may authorise preparatory action474

4.3A.13Premium payment475

4.3A.13APenalty interest for late payment476

4.3A.13BRecovery of amounts476

4.3A.14Publication and tabling477

4.3A.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with wagering and betting478

4.3A.15AAppointment of wagering and betting operator479

4.3A.15BApproval of wholly-owned subsidiary479

4.3A.15CRights and obligations of wagering and betting operator479

Division 3Transfer of licence481

4.3A.16Transfer only under this Division481

4.3A.17Application to transfer licence481

4.3A.18Transfer of wagering and betting licence482

4.3A.19Report to Minister by Commission485

4.3A.20Related agreements486

4.3A.21Publication and tabling486

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence488

4.3A.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence488

4.3A.23Amendment of licence489

4.3A.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence491

4.3A.24Surrender of licence491

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action492

4.3A.26Grounds for disciplinary action492

4.3A.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action493

4.3A.28Minister may take disciplinary action495

4.3A.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings496

4.3A.30Effect of licence suspension497

4.3A.30ADisciplinary and other action against wagering and betting licenseepreparatory action497

Division 6Temporary wagering and betting licence498

4.3A.31Temporary wagering and betting licence498

4.3A.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence501

4.3A.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence issued for 90days502

4.3A.33Arrangements with former licensee502

4.3A.34Further provisions for temporary licence503

4.3A.34AARelated agreements with temporary wagering and betting licensee504

4.3A.34ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements505

Division 6ABetting exchanges505

4.3A.34ADefinitions505

4.3A.34BApproval of telecommunication devices by Commission508

4.3A.34CLicensee not to enable betting by way of a betting exchange on races, competitions or events without relevant consent509

4.3A.34DLicensee must conduct a betting exchange by way of certain telecommunication devices509

4.3A.34ECommission or controlling body may request information509

4.3A.34FCompliance with information notice510

4.3A.34GOffences by the wagering and betting licensee as operator of betting exchange510

4.3A.34HOffence by direct participant511

4.3A.34IOffence by a person who has an interest in the outcome of a brokered betting event511

4.3A.34JOffence by the owner of a horse to bet through betting exchange512

4.3A.34KOffence by the owner of a greyhound to bet through betting exchange512

Division 6BRequirements in relation to registered players513

4.3A.34LVerification of registered player's identity513

4.3A.34MWagering and betting funds of registered players513

4.3A.34NDisclosure of names of registered players515

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations516


4.3A.36Secretary may require further information517

4.3A.37Updating information provided to Secretary518

4.3A.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application519

4.3A.39Updating licence transfer application520

4.3A.39ADirections to provide information521

4.3A.39BDirections to licensees522


4.3A.40Powers of Secretary523

Part 4On-course wagering permit524

Division 1Authority of permit524

4.4.1On-course wagering permit524

Division 2Grant of permit524

4.4.2Application for permit524

4.4.3Matters to be considered in determining application525

4.4.4Grant of permit526

4.4.5Permit is non-transferable527

Division 3Conduct of on-course wagering527

4.4.6Compliance with betting rules527

4.4.7Racing industry and licensee527

Division 4Commissions, dividends and taxes527

4.4.8Commissions527

4.4.9Dividends528

4.4.10Wagering tax529

4.4.11Hospitals and Charities Fund529

4.4.12Supervision charge529


4.4.13Unclaimed refunds and dividends530

Part 5Approved betting competitions and sports betting531


4.5.1Definitions531

4.5.2Events and betting competitions that cannot be approved under this Part532

Division 2Approved betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound racing532

4.5.3Approval of betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound races532

4.5.4Notice of approval533

4.5.5Variation and revocation of approval533

Division 3Approval of other events for betting purposes534

4.5.6Approval of events for betting purposes534

4.5.7What kinds of events can be approved?534

4.5.8What must Commission consider in approving events?535

4.5.9Designation of sports betting events536

4.5.10Notice and publication requirements536

4.5.11Variation and revocation of approval536

Division 3AApproval of simulated racing events537

4.5.11AApproval of simulated racing events for betting purposes537

4.5.11BWhat must Commission consider in approving simulated racing events?538

4.5.11CNotice and publication requirements538

4.5.11DVariation and revocation of approval538

4.5.11EApproval does not limit Minister's power to approve keno game under Chapter 6A539

Division 4Approval or declaration of sports controlling bodies for sports betting purposes539


4.5.13Objections540

4.5.14Matters to be considered in determining applications for approval540

4.5.15Determination of applications and duration of approval542

4.5.15ADeclaration of sports controlling body from another jurisdiction542


4.5.17Variation and revocation of approval or declaration544

4.5.18Surrender of approval or declaration544

4.5.19Change in situation of sports controlling body545

4.5.20Tribunal reviews545

Division 5Requirements on sports betting providers546

4.5.21What is offering a betting service?546

4.5.22Prohibition on offering betting service without agreement or determination546

4.5.23Agreement of sports controlling body547

4.5.24Application for Commission determination if no sports controlling body agreement548

4.5.25Procedure on application548

4.5.26Determination of Commission549

4.5.27Variation and revocation of determination550

4.5.28Costs of investigating applications551

Division 6Prohibition of betting contingencies552

4.5.29Commission may prohibit betting on contingencies552


4.5.31Offence to offer bets on prohibited betting contingencies554

Division 7Monitoring integrity in sports betting555

4.5.32Sports controlling body to notify Commission555

4.5.33Direction to sports controlling body to provide information about integrity mechanisms556

Part 5ABookmaker and bookmaking related registrations557


4.5A.2Application for registration as bookmaker557

4.5A.3Application for registration as bookmaker's key employee558

4.5A.4Determination of application for registration as bookmaker558

4.5A.5Determination of application for registration as bookmaker's key employee560

4.5A.6Certificate of registration and identity card560

4.5A.7Duration of registration as bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee561

4.5A.8Nominee of corporation561

4.5A.9Application of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships563

4.5A.10Approval of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships563

4.5A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of registration for a bookmaker565

4.5A.11Conditions of registration565

4.5A.12Amendment of conditions565

4.5A.13Registration renewal566

4.5A.14Disciplinary action against registered bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee567

4.5A.14ASuspension of a bookmaker's registration pending criminal proceedings570

4.5A.14BSuspension of a bookmaker's key employee's registration pending criminal proceedings571

4.5A.15Review by VCAT of registrations as a bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee571

4.5A.16Time limit for applying for review572

4.5A.17Registered bookmaker must not engage convicted person573

Part 6Commissions, dividends and taxes574

Division 1Wagering574

4.6.1Commissions574

4.6.2Dividends574

4.6.3Wagering tax576

4.6.3AWagering tax review579

Division 2Approved betting competitions579

4.6.4Commissionstotalisators579

4.6.5Dividends579

4.6.6TaxApproved betting competitions581

Division 2AApproved simulated racing events582

4.6.6ATaxApproved simulated racing events582

Division 2BBetting exchanges583

4.6.6BTaxBetting exchange commissions583

Division 3Supervision charge584

4.6.7Licensee to pay charge584

4.6.7AWagering and betting licensee to pay charge584


4.6.8Hospitals and Charities Fund585

4.6.9Unclaimed refunds, dividends and prizes585

Part 7Offences587

4.7.1AADefinition587

4.7.2Offences relating to totalisators and approved betting competitions587

4.7.3Tickets purportedly issued by licensee590

4.7.4Offence related to payment of dividends or prizes590


4.7.6Offence to extend credit etc.592

4.7.7Gambling by intoxicated persons prohibited592

4.7.8Appropriate advertising standards required592

4.7.9Prescribed statement to be included in advertisements593

4.7.10Offence to offer inducement to open betting account593


Division 1Banking, accounting and auditing594


4.8.2Banking594

4.8.3Accounts596

4.8.4Books etc. to be kept on the premises597

4.8.5Audit of books, accounts and financial statements599

Division 2Reporting600

4.8.6Submission of reports600

Part 9Other matters602

4.9.1Competition and Consumer Act and Competition Code602

Chapter 5Lotteries605


5.1.1Purposes605

5.1.2Definitions605

5.1.3Application of Chapter606

Part 2Public lotteries607

Division 1Legality of public lotteries607

5.2.1Public lotteries declared lawful607

5.2.1AApproval of computer system etc.607

Division 2Public lottery rules608

5.2.2Lottery rules608

5.2.3When do lottery rules come into force?609

5.2.4Publication and inspection of lottery rules609

5.2.5Disallowance of lottery rules610

Division 3Conduct of public lotteries611

5.2.6Supervision of public lottery draws by Commission's representative611

5.2.7Licensee to record entries612

5.2.9Licensee not to act as credit provider613

5.2.10Non-monetary prizes613

5.2.11Prohibition of certain schemes613

5.2.12Publicity concerning prizewinners614

Part 3Public lottery licences616


5.3.1AADefinitions616

Division 1Number and type of public lottery licences618

5.3.1Minister determines number and type of public lottery licences618

5.3.2Which public lotteries can be licensed?619


5.3.2ARegistration of interest619

5.3.3Application for licence621

5.3.4Report to Minister by Commission622


5.3.5AProhibition on improper interference624

5.3.5BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application624

5.3.6Issue of licence624

5.3.7Licence conditions625

5.3.7AAncillary agreements626

5.3.7BResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence626


5.3.8ALicence may authorise preparatory action627

5.3.9Premium payment628

5.3.10Licence is non-transferable629

5.3.11Publication and tabling629

5.3.12Inspection of licence630

5.3.13Register of licences630

Division 3Appointing subsidiaries to conduct public lotteries630

5.3.14Appointment of subsidiaries630

5.3.15Approval of subsidiary631

5.3.15AEngaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with public lotteries631

Division 4Amending and surrendering licences632

5.3.16Request by licensee for amendment of licence632

5.3.17Notification of other affected licensees632

5.3.18Objection by other licensees633

5.3.19Amendment of licence633

5.3.19AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence635

5.3.20Surrender of licence635

Division 5Disciplinary action636

5.3.21Grounds for disciplinary action636

5.3.22Commission may recommend disciplinary action637

5.3.23Minister may take disciplinary action637

5.3.24Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings638

5.3.25Effect of licence suspension639

5.3.26Application of Division to appointed subsidiaries639

Division 6Temporary public lottery licences639

5.3.27Temporary public lottery licences639

5.3.28Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence642

5.3.28AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence issued for 90days643

5.3.29Arrangements with former licensee644

5.3.30Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of temporary licence644

Part 4Returns to players and taxes645



Division 2Taxes645


5.4.3Public lottery tax646

5.4.4Penalty interest for late payment647

5.4.5Recovery of amounts647

5.4.6Application of tax proceeds648

5.4.7Sharing tax with other jurisdictions648


Division 1Financial recording and reporting651

5.5.1Licensee to keep accounts and records651

5.5.2Annual financial statements651

5.5.6Subsidiaries to comply with Division651

Division 2Other requirements652

5.5.6ADirections to provide information etc.652

5.5.7Directions to licensees653

5.5.8Claims for prize653

5.5.9Unclaimed prizes655

5.5.10Complaints656

Part 7Trade promotion lotteries658

Division 1Legality of trade promotion lotteries658

5.7.1Trade promotion lotteries declared lawful658

5.7.2Conduct of trade promotion lotteries658

Division 4Compliance and offences660

5.7.16AADefinitions660

5.7.16Conducting trade promotion lottery in contravention of Actetc.661

5.7.16AVenue operators must not conduct trade promotion lotteries in relation to gaming661

5.7.18AGaming machine play restrictions to be included trade promotion lottery advertisements662

5.7.18BCommission determinations about the manner of display of gaming machine play restrictions662


5.7.20Commissioner may perform Commission's functions663

Chapter 6Club keno664


6.1.1Purpose664

6.1.2Definitions664

Part 2Club keno games665

Division 1Legality of club keno games665

6.2.1Club keno games conducted by participants are lawful665

6.2.2Authorisation for club keno games665

6.2.3Club keno not subject to Chapter 3665

6.2.4Club Keno games may be conducted in approved venues665

Division 2Conducting club keno games666

6.2.5Sale of tickets666

6.2.6Agents of participants666

6.2.6AApproval of club keno system666

6.2.6BSecurity of certain equipment667

6.2.6CResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct667

6.2.7Defective machinery etc.667

6.2.8Unlawful interference with club keno system668

6.2.9Use of defective club keno machinery etc.668

6.2.10Credit etc.669

6.2.11Club keno rules669

6.2.12Commencement of rules670

6.2.13Publication and inspection of club keno rules670

6.2.14Disallowance of club keno rules671

Part 3Returns to players, taxes and levies673



Division 2Taxes and levies673

6.3.2Duty payable by participants673

6.3.3Hospitals, charities and mental health levy675

Division 3Unclaimed prizes675

6.3.4Unclaimed prizes675


Division 1Accounting records677

6.4.1Accounting records677

Division 2Complaints677

6.4.5Investigation of complaints677

Part 5Approval of subsidiaries679

6.5.1Minister may declare company to be participant679


6.5.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary680

Part 6General683

6.6.1Directions to participants to provide information683

Chapter 6AKeno684


6A.1.1Purpose684

6A.1.2Definitions684

6A.1.3Keno linked jackpot arrangements685

Part 2Keno games686

Division 1Legality of keno games686

6A.2.1Keno games conducted under this Chapter are lawful686

6A.2.2Keno not subject to Chapter 3686

Division 2Conducting keno games686

6A.2.3Sale of tickets686

6A.2.4Agents of licensee686

6A.2.4ATermination of certain agent agreements687

6A.2.5Approval of keno system688

6A.2.6Security of certain equipment689

6A.2.7Defective machinery, equipment and computer systems689

6A.2.8Unlawful interference with keno system690

6A.2.9Use of defective keno machinery, equipment or computer system690

6A.2.10Credit and loans690

6A.2.11Keno rules691

6A.2.12Commencement of rules692

6A.2.13Publication and inspection of keno rules692

6A.2.14Disallowance of keno rules692

Part 2AApproval of games as keno games695

6A.2A.1Approval of keno games for betting purposes695

6A.2A.2Notice and publication requirements696

6A.2A.3Variation and revocation of approval696

6A.2A.4Approval does not limit Commission's power to approve simulated racing events under Chapter4696

Part 3Keno licence697


6A.3.1AADefinitions697

Division 1Authority and number of keno licences699

6A.3.1Authority of keno licence699

6A.3.2One licence699


6A.3.3Registration of interest699

6A.3.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest702

6A.3.5Application for licence702

6A.3.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications704

6A.3.7Determination of applications704

6A.3.7AProhibition on improper interference706

6A.3.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application706

6A.3.8Issue of licence707

6A.3.8AKeno licence not personal property707

6A.3.9Licence conditions707

6A.3.9AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence708

6A.3.10Minister may refuse to issue keno licence if related agreements not entered into708

6A.3.10ARelated agreements with keno licensee708

6A.3.10BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements709

6A.3.11Duration of licence709

6A.3.12Licence may authorise preparatory action709

6A.3.13Premium payment710

6A.3.13APenalty interest for late payment711

6A.3.13BRecovery of amounts711

6A.3.14Publication and tabling711

6A.3.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with keno games713

Division 3Transfer of licence713

6A.3.16Transfer only under this Division713

6A.3.17Application to transfer licence713

6A.3.18Transfer of a keno licence714

6A.3.19Report to Minister by Commission717

6A.3.20Related agreements717

6A.3.21Publication and tabling718

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence720

6A.3.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence720

6A.3.23Amendment of licence721

6A.3.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence723

6A.3.24Surrender of licence723

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action723

6A.3.26Grounds for disciplinary action723

6A.3.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action725

6A.3.28Minister may take disciplinary action726

6A.3.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings727

6A.3.30Effect of licence suspension728

6A.3.30ADisciplinary and other action against keno licenseepreparatory action728

Division 6Temporary keno licence729

6A.3.31Temporary keno licence729

6A.3.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence731

6A.3.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence issued for 90days732

6A.3.33Arrangements with former licensee732

6A.3.34Further provisions for temporary licence733

6A.3.34ARelated agreements with temporary keno licensee734

6A.3.34BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements735

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations735


6A.3.36Secretary may require further information735

6A.3.37Updating information provided to Secretary737

6A.3.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application737

6A.3.39Updating licence transfer application739

6A.3.39ADirections to provide information740

6A.3.39BDirections to licensee740

6A.3.39CClaim for prize741

6A.3.39DUnclaimed prizes742


6A.3.40Powers of Secretary743

Part 4Returns to players, taxes and funds744


6A.4.1Returns to players744

Division 2Taxes744

6A.4.2Duty payable by licensee744

Division 3Supervision charge746

6A.4.3Supervision charge746

Division 4Funds747

6A.4.4Hospitals and Charities Fund and Mental Health Fund747


Division 1Accounting records748

6A.5.1Accounting records748

Division 2Complaints748

6A.5.2Investigation of complaints748

Part 6Other matters749

6A.6.1Trade Practices Act and Competition Code749

Chapter 7Interactive gaming750


7.1.1Purpose750

7.1.2Definitions750

7.1.3Meaning of interactive game752

7.1.4Meaning of approved game754

7.1.5Participating jurisdictions754

7.1.6Territorial application of this Chapter756

Part 2General authorisation for interactive gaming757

7.2.1Lawful activities757

7.2.2Offence to conduct unauthorised interactive gaming757

Part 3Interactive gaming licences759


7.3.1Application for interactive gaming licence759


7.3.3Suitability of applicant to hold interactive gaming licence761

7.3.4Suitability of associates762



7.3.6Changing conditions of licence763

7.3.7Interactive gaming licence non-transferable764

7.3.8Surrender of interactive gaming licence764


7.3.9Definitions764

7.3.10Grounds for disciplinary action765

7.3.11Taking disciplinary action767


7.3.13Suspension of interactive gaming licence pending criminal proceedings768

7.3.14Effect of licence suspension768

Division 3Endorsement of licence768

7.3.15Power to executors, trustees etc. to carry on business under licence768

7.3.16Effect of endorsements769

7.3.17Licence lapses if not endorsed770

Part 4Control of interactive gaming771

Division 1Player registration771

7.4.1Player registration and acceptance of wagers771

7.4.3Verification of player's identity771

Division 2General conduct of interactive gaming772

7.4.4Compliance with certain conditions772

7.4.5Licensed testers to test interactive gaming equipment773

7.4.6Offence for licensed provider to participate etc.773

7.4.7Commission's power to restrict participation in approved games by gaming officials773

7.4.8Licensed provider not to act as credit provider774

Division 3Players' funds and prizes774

7.4.9Players funds774

7.4.10Funds held on behalf of players774

7.4.11Inactive players775

7.4.12Disposal of unclaimed non-monetary prizes775

7.4.13Claims for prize776

7.4.14Monetary prizes not claimed within 2years777

7.4.15Power to withhold prizes in certain cases777

Division 4Responsible gambling measures778

7.4.16Limitation on amount wagered778

7.4.17Self-exclusion order779

Part 5Returns to players and taxes781



Division 2Taxes781


7.5.3Interactive gaming tax782

7.5.4Returns for calculation of tax783

7.5.5Penalty interest for late payment784

7.5.6Recovery of amounts784

7.5.7Revenue offences784


Division 1Directions786

7.6.1Directions786

Division 2Complaint handling786

7.6.2Inquiries about complaints786

Part 8Tribunal reviews789

7.8.1Review by Tribunal789

Chapter 8Community and charitable gaming791


8.1.1Purpose791

8.1.2Definitions791

Part 2Legality of community and charitable gaming794

8.2.1Community and charitable gaming declared lawful794

8.2.2Minor gaming must be in accordance with Chapteretc.794

8.2.3Permit not required for raffle where prize value $5000 or less795

8.2.4Bingo sessions conducted by or on behalf of community or charitable organisations795

8.2.4ABingo sessions conducted by others796

8.2.5Disclosure if raffle proceeds to be paid to or for a political party797

Part 3Community or charitable organisations798

Division 1Community or charitable organisations798

8.3.1Application to be declared as a community or charitable organisation798

8.3.2Commission may require further information etc.798

8.3.3Commission may make declaration799

8.3.4Can the applicant appeal?800

8.3.5Commission to determine appeal800

8.3.6Duration of declaration801

8.3.6ARenewal of declaration801

8.3.7Commission may require organisation to show cause802

8.3.8Organisation may make submissions802

8.3.9Revocation of declaration803

8.3.10Appeal to Supreme Court803

8.3.11Suspension of declaration804

8.3.11AInvestigation of community or charitable organisations805

8.3.11BProvision of information805

Division 2Minor gaming permits807

8.3.12Application for minor gaming permit807

8.3.13Determination of application808

8.3.14What does a minor gaming permit authorise?809

8.3.15Duration of minor gaming permit809

8.3.16Nominee of organisation809

8.3.17Amendment of permit conditions810

8.3.18Appeal811





8.3.22Performance of functions815

Part 4Conduct of community and charitable gaming816

Division 1Lucky envelopes816

8.4.1Lucky envelopes must comply with prescribed standards816

8.4.2Lucky envelopes only to be supplied to permit holder816

Division 2Bingo816

8.4.2ANotification of intention to conduct or cease conducting bingo sessions816

8.4.2BNominees818

8.4.2CNotification of large bingo prizes819

8.4.2DBingo rules819

8.4.2ERules binding unless Commission approves a variation820

8.4.2FCommission may require notification of bingo rules821

8.4.3Bingo equipment must comply with prescribed standards821

8.4.4Restriction on supply of bingo equipment822

8.4.5Braille bingo tickets823

8.4.6Community or charitable organisation may contract with bingo centre operator to conduct bingo823

8.4.7Expenses operators can charge for bingo825

8.4.7APayment of prize money and cashing of cheques825

Division 3Bingo pooling schemes826

8.4.8When can a pooling scheme operate?826

8.4.9Membership of pooling scheme826

8.4.10Pooling scheme rules827

8.4.11Commission may specify matters for rules827

8.4.12Disallowance of rules828

8.4.13Scheme administrator828

8.4.14Amendment of rules829

8.4.15Declaration of interest830

8.4.16Application to political parties830

Division 4Disciplinary action against community or charitable organisations in relation to bingo831




8.4.20Appeal834

Part 5Bingo centres836

Division 1Licensing of bingo centre operators836

8.5.1Requirement to be licensed836

8.5.2Application for licence836

8.5.3Application procedure836

8.5.4Objections837

8.5.5Responsible authority's report838





8.5.9Nominee of licensee840

8.5.10Licence non-transferable843

8.5.11Licence renewal843




8.5.15Effect and maximum period of suspension of bingo centre operator's licence849

8.5.16Suspension of bingo centre operator's licence pending criminal proceedings849

8.5.17Licence document to be surrendered849

8.5.18Provisional bingo centre operator's licence850

Division 3Compliance requirements and monitoring850

8.5.37Accounts and financial statements850

8.5.38Returns to the Commission851

8.5.42Gaming machines in bingo centres851

Part 5ACommercial raffle organisers852

8.5A.1Definition852

8.5A.2Requirement to be licensed852

8.5A.3Commission may require person to show cause852

8.5A.4Appeal853

8.5A.5Application for licence854

8.5A.6Objections855

8.5A.7Matters to be considered in determining applications855

8.5A.8Determination of application856

8.5A.8AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence857

8.5A.9Duration of licence857

8.5A.10Nominee of licensee857

8.5A.11Licence non-transferable859

8.5A.12Licence renewal859

8.5A.13Amendment of conditions861

8.5A.14Disciplinary action862

8.5A.15Letter of censure865

8.5A.16Effect and maximum period of suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence865

8.5A.17Suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence pending criminal proceedings866

8.5A.18Licence document to be surrendered866

8.5A.19Provisional commercial raffle organiser's licence866

8.5A.23Community or charitable organisation may contract with licensee to conduct raffle867

8.5A.24Expenses licensee can charge for raffle868

8.5A.25Promotion of raffle868

8.5A.26Accounts and financial statements869

8.5A.27Returns to the Commission870

Part 6General compliance requirements871

Division 1Banking and records871

8.6.1Banking871

8.6.2Records872

Division 2Ongoing notification requirements873

8.6.3Change in situation of person or associate873

Part 7Reviews875

8.7.1Tribunal reviews875

Part 8General876

8.8.1Refusal to issue licence or permit876

Chapter 9Onboard gaming878


9.1.1Purpose878

9.1.2Definitions878

9.1.3Application of Chapter879

Part 2Application of Tasmanian Act880

9.2.1Tasmanian Act applies as law of Victoria880

9.2.2Amendment of Schedules880

Part 3Further provisions regulating onboard gaming881

Division 1Legality of onboard gaming881

9.3.1Legality of onboard gaming881

9.3.2Non-applicability of other laws881

Division 2Conduct of onboard gaming882

9.3.3Limit on number of gaming machines882

9.3.4Unlawful interference with gaming equipment882


Division 3Taxes884

9.3.6Revenue-sharing agreement884

Part 4Suspension of Chapter885

9.4.1Suspension of Chapter885

Chapter 9ALicensing of gaming industry employees886


9A.1.2Authority conferred by a gaming industry employee's licence886

9A.1.3Gaming industry employees to be licensed888

9A.1.4Application for gaming industry employee's licence889

9A.1.5Determination of application890

9A.1.6Conditions of gaming industry employee's licence890

9A.1.7Appeal891

9A.1.8Identification of gaming industry employee892

9A.1.9Provisional licence893

9A.1.10Duration of gaming industry employee's licence894

9A.1.11Renewal of gaming industry employee's licence894

9A.1.12Disciplinary action895

9A.1.13Suspension of gaming industry employee's licence in connection with criminal proceedings897

9A.1.14Effect etc. of suspension897

9A.1.15Return of licence on suspension or cancellation898

9A.1.16Termination of employment on suspension or cancellation of licence898

9A.1.17Licensee to provide information relating to licence898

9A.1.18Compulsory training for certain gaming industry employees899

9A.1.19Venue operator may perform duties of gaming industry employee901

9A.1.20Volunteers at bingo centres902

9A.1.21Casino employees902

9A.1.22Change in situation of licensees903

Chapter 10Administration and enforcement904

Part 1The Commission's functions904

Division 1General functions904

10.1.4Functions of Commission904

10.1.5AStandards for approvals of technical equipment and systems907

10.1.5BStandards relating to certain matters908

10.1.5COperational requirements909

Division 6Confidentiality912


10.1.30General duty of confidentiality914

10.1.31Disclosure in legal proceedings915

10.1.32Other permitted disclosures915

10.1.33Aggregation of statistical information917

10.1.34Third party disclosures918

Part 1AThe Minister and the Secretary919

10.1A.1Nomination of assistants and advisers919

10.1A.2Directions to licence holders to provide information for policy development919

Part 2Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council921

10.2.1Minister may establish Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council921

10.2.2Function of Council921

Part 2AReview Panel922



Division 2Establishment and functions924

10.2A.2Establishment of Review Panel924

10.2A.3Functions and powers of Review Panel924

Division 3Membership of Review Panel927

10.2A.4Membership of Review Panel927

10.2A.5Chairperson927

10.2A.6Other members928

10.2A.7Vacancies and resignation928

10.2A.8Acting chairperson929

Division 4Procedure of Review Panel930

10.2A.9Meetings930

10.2A.10Reports931

10.2A.11Publication of Review Panel reports931

10.2A.12Direction in response to Review Panel's reports934

Part 3Funds935

Division 1Community Support Fund935

10.3.1Community Support Fund935

10.3.2Payments into Community Support Fund935

10.3.3Payments from the Community Support Fund935

10.3.3AAdditional payment from the Community Support Fund937

Division 2Mental Health Fund938

10.3.4Mental Health Fund938

10.3.5Payments into the Mental Health Fund938

10.3.6Payments from the Mental Health Fund938

Part 4Investigations and information gathering by the Commission939

Division 1Investigation of applications939


10.4.2Investigation of application940

10.4.3Photographs, finger prints and palm prints942

10.4.4Police inquiry and report943

10.4.5Commission may require further information etc.945

10.4.6Updating of application947

10.4.7Costs of investigating applications949

Division 1AInvestigations of registrations of interest and applications for wagering and betting licence and keno licence950

10.4.7ADefinitions950

10.4.7BInvestigations and inquiries951

10.4.7CPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints952

10.4.7DPolice inquiry and report953

10.4.7ECommission may require further information954

10.4.7FUpdating information955

10.4.7GCosts of investigating956

10.4.7HService agreement956

10.4.7HAPowers of Secretary957

Division 1BInvestigations of transfers of monitoring licence, wagering and betting licence and keno licence and temporary licensing957

10.4.7IDefinitions957

10.4.7JInvestigations and inquiries958

10.4.7KPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints959

10.4.7LPolice inquiry and report959

10.4.7MCommission may require further information960

10.4.7NUpdating information961

10.4.7OCosts of investigating962

Division 1CInvestigations of persons for suitability for invitation, and to apply, for monitoring licence963

10.4.7PDefinitions963

10.4.7QInvestigations and inquiries963

10.4.7RPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints965

10.4.7SPolice inquiry and report966

10.4.7TCommission may require further information967

10.4.7UUpdating information968

10.4.7VCosts of investigating969

10.4.7WService agreement969

10.4.7XPowers of Secretary970

Division 1DInvestigations of applications for monitoring licence970

10.4.7YDefinitions970

10.4.7ZInvestigations and inquiries971

10.4.7ZAPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints972

10.4.7ZBPolice inquiry and report973

10.4.7ZCCommission may require further information974

10.4.7ZDUpdating information975

10.4.7ZECosts of investigating975

10.4.7ZFService agreement976

10.4.7ZGPowers of Secretary976

Division 2General investigatory powers of Commission976


10.4.10Provision of information978

Division 3Information gathering for law enforcement purposes979

10.4.11Information gathering for law enforcement purposes979

Part 4AMonitoring of relationships with associates982

Division 1Interpretation982


10.4A.2Relevant interests983

10.4A.3References to the Corporations Act983

Division 2Notifications in relation to associates984

10.4A.4Change in situation of gambling industry participants, associatesetc.984

10.4A.5Notification of Commission of persons who are likely to become associates984

10.4A.6Notification of Commission of persons who have become associates984

Division 3Commission approval985

10.4A.7Prior Commission approval required before certain persons become associates985

Division 4Termination of associations, warnings and undertakings986

10.4A.8Termination of association986

10.4A.9Written warnings and undertakings in relation to conduct of associates987

Division 5Forfeiture and sale of shares in gambling industry participants988

10.4A.10Disposal, forfeiture etc. of shares988

10.4A.11Sale of forfeited shares990

Division 6Investigations for purposes of Divisions4 and5990

10.4A.12Investigation of associates and others990

10.4A.13Provision of information to Commission991

10.4A.14Reports to Minister993

Part 5Compliance and enforcement994

Division 1Inspectors994

10.5.4Police may perform functions of inspectors994

10.5.5Responsibilities of inspectors while on duty994

Division 2Functions of inspectors995

10.5.7Functions of inspectors995

10.5.8Right of entry995

10.5.9Powers of inspectors996

10.5.10Power to require names and addresses998

10.5.11Inspector to investigate complaints998

10.5.12Search warrants999

10.5.13Announcement before entry1001

10.5.14Copy of warrant to be given to occupier or person in charge of vehicle1001

10.5.14ASearch and seizure powers under section 2.6.2 not affected1002

Division 3Offences1002

10.5.15Offences relating to obstruction of inspectors1002

10.5.16False or misleading information1004

10.5.17Impersonation of inspectors or commissioners1004

10.5.18Bribery of authorised person1005

10.5.19Protection against self-incrimination1006

Division 4Infringement notices1007

10.5.20Power to serve a notice1007

10.5.21Prescribed infringement penalty1007

10.5.27Proof of prior convictions1007

Division 5Forfeiture1009

10.5.28Forfeiture1009

10.5.29Seizure and forfeiture of equipment1009

Division 6Prosecutions and evidentiary provisions1011

10.5.30Offences by bodies1011

10.5.31Proceedings1011

10.5.32Evidence1012

Part 6Self exclusion programs and Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1014

Division 1Self-exclusion programs1014

10.6.1Ministerial directions as to requirements of self-exclusion programs1014

10.6.2Self-exclusion program additional requirements1015

10.6.3Approval of self-exclusion program1015

10.6.4Obligation on venue operators if requirements in respect of self-exclusion program change1015

10.6.4AVenue operator may apply to Commission to approve amended self-exclusion program1016

Division 2Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1017

10.6.5Definition1017

10.6.6Ministerial directions as to requirements of Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1017

10.6.7Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct additional requirements1018

10.6.8Approval of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct1019

10.6.9Obligation on relevant persons if requirements in respect of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct change1019

10.6.9ARelevant person may apply to Commission to approve amended Code of Conduct1020


10.6.10Reports to Minister1020

Part 7Minors1022


10.7.2Application of Part1024

10.7.3Offences in respect of allowing a minor to gamble1025

10.7.4Offence to assist minor to gamble1026

10.7.5Offence by minor to gamble1026

10.7.6Offences in respect of minors in a gaming machine area or casino1026

10.7.7Offence by minor to enter gaming machine area or casino1027

10.7.8Offence by minor using false evidence of age1027

10.7.9Notices to be displayed1028

10.7.10Supervision of vending machines1028

10.7.11No offence if gambling employee a minor1028

10.7.12Defences1029

10.7.13Proof of age may be required1029

Chapter 11General1031

Part 1Administrative provisions1031

Division 1Service of documents1031

11.1.1Service of documents on Commission1031

11.1.2Service of documents on other persons1031

Division 2Records and forms1032

11.1.3Records not kept in writing1032

11.1.4Sufficient compliance with approved forms1032


11.1.5Destruction of finger prints and palm prints1033

11.1.6Refund of fees1034

11.1.7Supreme Courtlimitation of jurisdiction1034

11.1.8No entitlement to or legitimate expectation of licence1034

Part 2Regulations1036

11.2.1Regulations1036

Chapter 12Amendments, repeals and transitional and other provisions1039

Part 2Transitional provisions1040

12.2.1Transitional provisions1040

Part 3Tattersall's1041

12.3.1Definition1041

12.3.2Transfer of Trustees' gaming operator's licence1041

12.3.3Transfer of Trustees' public lottery licence1043

Schedules1047

Schedule 1Subject matter for regulations1047

Schedule 2Modifications of Tasmanian Act1057

Schedule 3Modifications of Tasmanian regulations1060

Schedule 4Forms for Chapter 21061

Schedule 7Transitional provisions1065

Endnotes1163

1General information1163

2Table of Amendments1165

3Amendments Not in Operation1175

4Explanatory details1176

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Version No. 064


No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at1 August 2015

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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 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;

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 Act 1958;

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 Act 2012), means the secretary of the association;

S. 1.3(1) def.of betting

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