Australia

ACMA: National Gambling Self-exclusion Register One Step Closer

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  Australia’s national self-exclusion register for online and phone gambling has moved a step closer with the release of industry rules for the register and the announcement of its new name – BetStop. Under the rules, interactive wagering providers will be required to promote BetStop through their website, apps and marketing. The rules also detail…

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VGCCC Commences Further Disciplinary Proceedings Against Crown Melbourne

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  The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has commenced a second round of disciplinary proceedings against Crown Melbourne Limited, this time in relation to its responsible gambling failures. Less than two months after whacking Crown Melbourne with an AU$80 million fine for the illegal use of China UnionPay cards – a process uncovered…

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CROWN CASINO GIVEN CONDITIONAL APPROVAL TO OPERATE GAMING

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  The NSW Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority has given Crown Sydney casino conditional approval to open its gaming operations The Authority’s Chairperson, Philip Crawford, said Crown will be allowed to conditionally begin casino operations, giving the Authority the chance to monitor the final phase of its restricted gaming licence suitability assessment, after the 2021…

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ACMA Moves to Block Major Illegal Gambling Website

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  The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has requested Australian internet service providers (ISPs) to block the illegal gambling website thepokies.net. This is one of the most significant websites to be blocked since the ACMA started using this regulatory tool in November 2019. Payments to the site are estimated to run into tens of…

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BLACKSTONE GETS GREEN LIGHT TO OPERATE CROWN SYDNEY

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  The NSW Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority has approved funds manager Blackstone’s suitability to hold a casino licence in NSW, paving the way for the company to become the operator of Crown Sydney casino. Authority Chairperson Philip Crawford said Blackstone had been subject to an extensive probity assessment that examined its capacity to address…

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REMAKE OF KEY NSW GAMBLING REGS

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  Time will soon be up on two key gambling regulations with new versions being put to industry and the community for comment. The Betting and Racing Regulation and Totalizator Regulation cover gambling harm minimisation measures such as counselling services, penalty notice prescriptions, allowable TAB shareholdings, and special exemptions. They are both due to expire…

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