The Victoria Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has imposed a hefty $100,000 fine for licence misinformation. Goulburn Valley Hotel in Shepparton provided false details during its poker machine licence application, violating state gambling laws. What does this mean for Victoria’s gambling industry? It signals a no-nonsense approach to maintaining integrity and compliance. Learn how […]
A transformative leader in gambling regulation, Annette Kimmitt, is stepping down as VGCCC CEO two years early. During her tenure, the VGCCC became Australia’s toughest gambling regulator, enforcing $260m in fines and 88 disciplinary actions in 2023 alone. Discover how her leadership reshaped the gambling industry and the reasons behind her decision to focus on […]
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has released its impactful 2023-24 report. With 88 disciplinary actions, over 1,600 audits, and 2,770 inspections, the VGCCC is raising the bar for gambling regulation. From hefty fines to transformative reforms, the VGCCC’s efforts aim to ensure a safer and more accountable gambling industry. Discover the commission’s […]
Australia’s long-anticipated gambling ad ban will not move forward this year, leaving reforms on hold until 2025. With Senate resistance and legislative delays, the path to stricter advertising laws remains unclear, frustrating advocates and opposition. Discover how the delay impacts gambling reform and what this means for future efforts to regulate gambling advertising in Australia. […]
Victoria’s government has introduced a landmark Gambling Legislation Amendment Bill 2024, aiming to overhaul how gaming machines operate in the state. The bill mandates carded play for electronic gaming machines and reduces maximum input limits to combat gambling harm. With measures like slower spin rates and spending limits, these reforms promise safer gaming environments across […]
Australia’s much-anticipated gambling ad reform has been delayed, sparking confusion and criticism from advocacy groups and opposition leaders. Conflicting explanations from government ministers have added uncertainty to proposed restrictions on gambling advertisements during sporting events. Advocacy groups demand urgent action to address the societal impacts of gambling advertising, which disproportionately affects vulnerable populations. Discover why […]
Australia is at a pivotal moment in its approach to gambling advertising, with the government actively considering a ban on in-stadium ads aimed at limiting youth exposure to betting influences. The proposed reforms are a direct response to growing calls from advocates who argue that the pervasiveness of gambling ads normalizes betting for young audiences. […]
Former Tasmanian finance minister Michael Ferguson has openly criticized the Tasmanian Hospitality Association’s (THA) lobbying efforts against the proposed mandatory pre-commitment card for gaming machines. Ferguson, who introduced the reform in 2022, argues that the THA’s campaign misrepresents the impact of this proposal on the hospitality industry, even as it pressures Tasmanian politicians to back […]
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued formal warnings to three online gambling operators – SlotCatalog, Lucky Block, and Rooli – for violations of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (IGA). Each of these operators was found to have provided unlicensed gambling services with Australian customer links, breaching the regulations aimed at protecting Australian […]
The Australian Government has launched a review of the BetStop self-exclusion register, aimed at protecting vulnerable Australians from online gambling harms. With registrations declining and the need for further policy refinement, the upcoming report will evaluate how effective BetStop has been since its launch last year. Australia to Review BetStop Self-Exclusion Program as Registrations Drop […]