AU CONTEXT

Australian legal context

Australia does not use one permission for every form of gambling. Federal interactive-gambling rules, state and territory venue rules, wagering licences and advertising restrictions must be kept separate.

Online casino services

ACMA states that online casinos and casino-style games offered to people in Australia are banned services under the Interactive Gambling Act. Banned services must not be advertised in Australia.

Licensed wagering

Sports and race wagering can fall within a regulated category when the provider holds the required Australian licence and follows federal and state or territory rules. ACMA maintains a register for licensed interactive wagering providers.

Venue machines

Land-based gaming machines are regulated by states and territories. A lawful venue machine does not establish that a visually similar online service is lawful. This page is general information, not legal advice.

Official sources

Use the current primary record for a decision:

ACMA — About the Interactive Gambling Act ACMA — Protect yourself from illegal gambling operators