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.

15 December 2023

Minns Government set to deliver bigger and broader cashless gaming trial (NSW)

The NSW Government's Independent Panel on Gaming Reform has agreed on a bigger and broader cashless gaming trial as the Government continues its gambling reforms.  This expanded trial will include around 4,500 machines across 28 clubs and hotels across 24 metropolitan and regional areas.

15 December 2023

Keeping Patrons Safe From Gambling Harm (VIC)

Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation Melissa Horne has welcomed the start of mandatory pre-commitment at the Melbourne casino.  In an Australian-first, everyone who uses a gaming machine at Crown Casino is now required to set time and loss limits using the state-wide YourPlay system.

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14 December 2023

Major reform recommended for greyhound racing (SA)

The SA State Government today released the report from the Independent Inquiry into the Governance of the Greyhound Racing Industry (the Inquiry).  The Inquiry's recommendations include significant animal welfare, integrity and administrative reforms.

13 December 2023

Gaming and Wagering Commission Chair to depart (WA)

The Government of Western Australia has announced Dr. Michael Schaper has resigned as Chair of the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC).  Dr. Schaper will finish in the role in February 2024. He has resigned due to other commitments.

13 December 2023

ACMA blocks more illegal offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites (FED)

The ACMA has requested that Australian internet service providers (ISPs) block more illegal offshore gambling and affiliate marketing websites, after investigations found 11 services to be operating in breach of interactive gambling laws. 

09 December 2023

Queensland’s racing integrity framework set for review (QLD)

Queensland has announced an independent best practice review of the state's racing regulatory body, the Queensland Racing Integrity Commission (QRIC) in January 2024. 

08 December 2023

Government delivers credit card ban for online wagering (FED)

Legislation has been passed to amend the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 to prohibit the use credit cards, credit-related products and digital currency to gamble online.  Industry will be provided with a six-month transition period to prepare for the ban.

30 November 2023

ALH Hotels and Support Act team up for Australia’s live music community (FED)

As part of its commitment to Australia's live music scene, ALH Hotels have donated one dollar for each ticket sold at participating events through the month of November, with all proceeds going to Support Act.

29 November 2023

Final Murrihy Report received (TAS)

The Tasmanian Government has received the final report into allegations of team driving, race fixing and animal welfare concerns in the Tasmanian harness racing industry and the management of those issues by the Office of Racing Integrity.

29 November 2023

$6.1 million infrastructure boost for local communities (NSW)

Thirty-five community groups will share $6.1 million in funding under the latest round of the NSW Government’s Clubgrants Category 3 Infrastructure Grants Program.  

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