Victorian Gambling Legislation

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Victoria Gambling Legislation

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Gambling was one of the issues the reforming middle classes energetically took up against both the highest and lowest orders. In 1845, the reformers had their first success as Parliament passed an act to amend the laws concerning games and wagers. In effect, it removed gambling from the jurisdiction of the courts.
In 1845, the reformers had their first success as Parliament passed an act to amend the laws concerning games and wagers. In effect, it removed gambling from the jurisdiction of the courts. This was an attempt to remove the legal facilities for recovering gambling debts, hoping to dissuade people from an ever more unsure temptation (Clapson, A Bit of a Flutter, 19).
The Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR) (External link) is an independent statutory authority established under the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation Act 2011. The VCGLR is responsible for regulating all forms of legalised gambling and liquor licence activities in Victoria.

These are the key pieces of legislation that govern how gambling is conducted in Victoria and Australia.

Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation Act 2011. Act number 62/2011. The Victorian Government acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander.

Gambling legislation

Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation Act 2011

The Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation Act 2011 provides for the creation of the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation.

Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation Act 2011

The Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation Act 2011 provides for the creation of the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR) to regulate the gambling and liquor industries in Victoria.

Gambling Regulation Act 2003

The Gambling Regulation Act 2003 governs the conduct of gambling activities in Victoria, other than the casino. The objective of the Act is 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.

Casino Control Act 1991

The Casino Control Act 1991 governs the conduct of gambling activities at casinos in Victoria. To date, Crown Melbourne is the only casino operator approved in Victoria.

Casino (Management Agreement) Act 1993

The Casino (Management Agreement) Act 1993 details the agreement entered into between the State of Victoria and Crown Melbourne, in particular the intended management of the casino.

Gambling regulations

Gambling Regulations 2015

The Gambling Regulations 2015 prescribe detailed regulations on the operation of different forms of gambling, including gaming machines, wagering and betting, trade promotion lotteries, raffles and bingo.

Gambling Regulation (Pre-commitment and Loyalty Scheme) Regulations 2014

The Gambling Regulation (Pre-commitment and Loyalty Scheme) Regulations 2014 prescribe matters in relation to pre-commitment and the conduct of loyalty schemes at gaming machine venues, including the casino.

Casino Control (Fees) Regulations 2015

The Casino Control (Fees) Regulations 2015 prescribe the fees to accompany various applications, including an application for a casino special employee licence.

Other regulatory elements – gaming venues

There are also Ministerial directions, guidelines and orders from the Minister for Gaming and Liquor Regulation that venues must comply with. Included in these are ministerial directions for the creation of responsible gambling codes of conduct and self-exclusion programs.

As part of its powers provided under the Gambling Regulation Act 2003, the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation has approved VCGLR directions and guidelines that commercial licensees, equipment manufacturers and their associates and nominees must follow.

A list of approved Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct is available from VCGLR.

In addition, there are specific technical standards the VCGLR has provided to assist in the evaluation of gaming equipment for operation in Victoria.

Online gambling

Interactive Gambling Act 2001

Online gambling is regulated by the Australian government under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. This Act is regulated by the Department of Communications and the Arts, and prohibits online gambling, with the exception of Australian licensed companies providing race and sports betting services, and supplying lottery tickets.

Gambling advertising

Gambling advertisements during live sport

Gambling advertising during the broadcast of live sport in Australia is covered by a number of rules approved by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA).

These Codes of Practice prohibit gambling advertisements being shown during the broadcast of live sport on free TV, pay TV and radio. The ban applies from five minutes before the live sports event commences, during the event and for five minutes after the event has concluded. The ban applies between 5 am and 8.30 pm. After 8.30 pm, gambling advertisements can be shown but the promotion of live odds remains prohibited. Advertisements for racing and lotteries are exempt from these restrictions.

ACMA is also responsible for prohibiting gambling advertisements during the online streaming of live sport.

The Broadcasting Services (Online Content Service Provider Rules) 2018 prohibits gambling advertising during live sport that is streamed online between 5 am and 8.30 pm. These rules bring online services in line with television and radio broadcasting services and create a safe zone for children and families to watch live sport across a variety of platforms.

Content of gambling advertisements

The Australian Association of National Advertisers (AANA) has a self-regulatory communication code (the AANA Wagering Advertising and Marketing Communications Code) on wagering advertising and marketing that covers Australian licensed wagering operators, such as TABs and online bookmakers.

ACMA approves the codes while complaints about breaches of the code are determined by the Ad Standards Community Panel which forms part of the self-regulatory structure.

Static betting advertisements

In Victoria, betting advertisements are banned on roads, public transport, and within 150 metres of schools. These laws apply to all static betting advertising, including outdoor billboards, on public transport, roads and associated infrastructure such as stations, bridges, noise walls and embankments. These betting advertising bans are enforced under section 4.7.1 of the Gambling Regulation Act 2003.

Gambling legislation and regulation news

New 14-day verification rules for online betting accounts — 28 Feb 2019
Cashless gaming commences at Victorian venues — 14 Feb 2019
Feedback sought on Victorian keno licence — 28 Nov 2018
Australian government completes inquiry on loot boxes — 28 Nov 2018
Post-2022 gaming machine entitlements allocated — 26 Oct 2018

Full description

The Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation Act 2011 established the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR) which commenced operations on 6 February 2012. The Act transferred the roles and functions of the Victorian Commission for Gambling Regulation [VA4856], the Director of Liquor Licensing [VA 4824], and the Liquor Licensing Panel [VA4269], to the VCGLR.
The VCGLR is an independent statutory authority which regulates Victoria's liquor and gambling industries. It is responsible for liquor and gambling licensing, and works to ensure compliance with regulations. This includes informing and educating industry participants and the Victorian public about regulatory practices and requirements, and working to minimise harm.
Under the Act the VCGLR also has the power to undertake liquor disciplinary actions, replacing the role of the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal in relation to liquor matters. In addition, the VCGLR assumed the administrative and educative functions of Responsible Alcohol Victoria (RAV).

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