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This section contains links to media releases about gambling, responsible gambling and harm minimisation from government, industry and other bodies in Australia and New Zealand.
Online gambling companies and major sporting codes to appear before parliamentary committee
The House Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs will hold public hearings on Tuesday, 4 April and Wednesday, 5 April 2023 as part of its inquiry into online gambling and its impacts on those experiencing gambling harm.
New reforms to crack down on gambling harm (VIC)
The casino’s Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct sets limits on the length of time a person may gamble at the Casino, with the operator required to enforce 15-minute breaks if a person has been gambling for three continuous hours.
New research reveals extent of gambling harm to Australian families
Research released today by the Australian Institute of Family Studies has examined gambling participation and harm in Australia.
The research also shed light on community views and responses to gambling advertising and its potential impact on gambling behaviour.
Funding support to build stronger Lotto retailers (WA)
The West Australian Government has launched a new $39 million program to support Lotterywest's retail network of almost 500 small businesses with a funding boost to ensure their long-term sustainability.
Star Entertainment pleads guilty (QLD)
Star Entertainment, operators of Brisbane’s Treasury Casino and the Star Gold Coast, has pleaded guilty to seven charges under the Casino Control Act 1982. The offences occurred between 2 June 2017 and 29 December 2018, and between 23 March 2022 and 2 April 2022.
WA Government responds to Perth Casino Royal Commission
The Western Australian Government has released its response to the Perth Casino Royal Commission. It supports 49 of the 59 recommendations, with a further eight supported in principle and one supported in part.
New approaches to gambling harm minimisation
The House Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs will hold public hearings on Tuesday, 28 February and Wednesday, 1 March 2023 as part of its inquiry into online gambling and its impacts on those experiencing gambling harm. The hearings are live streamed on the APH website
New independent Chair of Gaming and Wagering Commission (WA)
The State Government has announced Dr. Michael Schaper as the new independent Chair of the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC) — an appointment in response to the Perth Casino Royal Commission (PCRC)
Impeccable timing: Norths Collective takes up global benchmark guarding against gambling harm and financial crime
Senet Assure, the compliance accreditation program has been developed by Australia’s leading specialist gambling law, regulatory, and compliance advisory, Senet, and set to launch with the assessment of its first candidate a NSW registered club group.
The way linked jackpots are managed at gaming venues will change on 10 March 2023 (VIC)
The way linked jackpots are managed is changing for Victorian venues. For more information click here The changes are the result of amendments to the Gambling Regulation Act 2003. The VGCCC are amending the relevant sections in Accounting and Auditing Venue Requirements (AAVR) and other resources.
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