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Gambling Regulation Act 2003

Gambling Regulation Act 2003No. 114 of 2003

Version No. 063


No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at1 July 2015

table of provisions

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Chapter 1Preliminary1

1.1Purpose, objectives and outline1

1.2Commencement3

1.3Definitions4

1.3AAMeaning of gambling42

1.3AWhat is intoxication?45

1.3BMeaning of electronic monitoring system45

1.4Who is an associate?46

1.5Money invested48

1.6Act binds the Crown48

Chapter 2General prohibitions and authorisations49

Part 1Introduction49

2.1.1Purposes49

2.1.2Definitions49

Part 2Gambling53

Division 1Unauthorised gambling53

2.2.1Prohibition against unauthorised gambling53

2.2.2Recovery of money lost in unauthorised gambling54

Division 2Authorised gambling54

2.2.3Authorisation for games at amusement centres, fetes, carnivalsetc.54

2.2.4Authorisation for two-up on ANZAC Day55

2.2.5Authorisation for betting games on approved foot or bicycle races56

2.2.6Approved Calcutta Sweepstakes permitted56

2.2.7Suspension or revocation of approval to conduct Calcutta Sweepstakes57

Division 3Advertising of unauthorised gambling58

2.2.8Prohibition against advertising unauthorised gambling58

Part 4Gaming or wagering agreements60

2.4.1Unauthorised gaming or wagering contracts are void60

Part 5Places provided for unauthorised gambling61

Division 5ARegulation of publication and use of race fields62

2.5.20Prohibition against providing place for unauthorised gambling63

2.5.21Warrant to enter place provided for unauthorised gambling and search and seize on premises63

2.5.22Offence to obstruct the entry of authorised police officers65

2.5.23Obstructing entry to be evidence of place being provided for unauthorised gambling65

2.5.25Power of owner to evict occupier of place provided for unauthorised gambling66

2.5.26Cancellation of notice to quit67

2.5.27Declaration of place provided for unauthorised gambling68

2.5.28Application for rescission by owner etc.69

2.5.29Application for rescission by police70

2.5.30Notice in the Government Gazette70

2.5.31Other notices of declaration70

2.5.32Persons found etc. in declared place72

2.5.33Convicted persons found in declared place73

2.5.35Liability of owner73

2.5.36Liability of occupier73

2.5.37Additional penalty for continuing offences74

2.5.38Entry by police74

2.5.40Procedure where place is entered under a warrantetc.75

2.5.41Persons required to be examined as witnesses making a full discovery to receive a certificate78

2.5.42Indemnity of witnesses78

2.5.43Persons found in place provided for unauthorised gambling79

Part 5ABanning irresponsible gambling products and practices81

Division 1Introduction81

2.5A.1Definitions81

Division 2Interim ban orders81

2.5A.2Minister may make interim ban order81

2.5A.3Duration of interim ban order82

2.5A.4Minister to direct Commission to investigate82

Division 3Fixed term ban orders83

2.5A.5Investigation by Commission83

2.5A.6Notice of investigation83

2.5A.7Submissions84

2.5A.8Report on investigation84

2.5A.9Fixed term ban order85

2.5A.10Duration of fixed term ban order86

2.5A.11Revocation of fixed term ban order86

2.5A.12Disallowance of fixed term ban order86

Division 4Effect of ban orders87

2.5A.13Offence to breach ban order87

Division 5General87

2.5A.14No compensation87

Part 6General88

2.6.3Money stolen and paid away in bets is recoverable88

2.6.5Evidence as to offences88

2.6.7Vicarious liability90

2.6.9Entry of police to public places91

Chapter 3Gaming machines92


3.1.1Purpose92

3.1.2Definitions93

3.1.3Machines may be declared to be gaming machines97

3.1.4Conduct of gaming and playing gaming machines97

3.1.4AConduct of monitoring98

3.1.5Application of Chapter to casino operator98

3.1.6Application of Chapter to tabaret premises100

3.1.6AApplication of Chapter to tabaret premises100

Part 2General authorisation for gaming on gaming machines101

Division 1Legality of gaming machine gaming101

3.2.1Gaming in approved venue declared lawful101

3.2.2Possession of gaming equipment or monitoring equipment may be authorised101

Division 2Ministerial directions, regional limits and municipal limits103

3.2.3Ministerial directions as to requirements for gaming machines103

3.2.4Regions for gaming machines104

3.2.5No compensation payable105

Part 2AOwnership and related person restrictions106

Division 1Interpretation106

3.2A.1Definitions106

Division 2Ownership and related person licensee restrictions107

3.2A.2Restrictions for venue operators and related persons107

3.2A.3Monitoring restrictions for persons listed on the Roll and related persons107

3.2A.4Other restrictions for persons listed on the Roll and related persons108

3.2A.5Restrictions for the monitoring licensee and related persons108

3.2A.6Restrictions for a casino operator109

Division 3Gaming machine entitlement prohibited interests110

3.2A.7Prohibited interests in gaming machine entitlements110

Part 3Approval of premises for gaming112


3.3.1Outline of Part112

Division 2Premises approvals112

3.3.2Which premises may be approved as suitable for gaming?112

3.3.3Which premises may be approved for 24hour gaming?113

3.3.4Application for approval of premises113

3.3.5Proposed application must be given to relevant responsible authority before application is made115

3.3.5AACommission to notify relevant responsible authority of receipt of application115

3.3.5ABAmendment of application for premises approval115

3.3.5ANo change permitted to number of gaming machines sought in application after certain period116

3.3.5BRelevant responsible authority must notify Commission of intention to make submission116

3.3.6Responsible authority may make submission116

3.3.7Matters to be considered in determining applications118

3.3.8Determination of application118

3.3.9Conditions of approval120

3.3.10Duration of approval122

3.3.11Variation of approval122

3.3.12Revocation of approval122

3.3.13Automatic revocation of approval123

3.3.14Tribunal review of approval123

3.3.15Surrender of approval124

3.3.15AOne venue operator for an approved venue124

Division 3Modification of gaming machine areas124

3.3.16Modification of gaming machine areas124

3.3.17Appeal125

Part 4Licensing of operators and monitors and listing of manufacturers, suppliers and testers126

Division 1Authority conferred by licences and listing126

3.4.1Authority conferred by venue operator's licence126

3.4.1AVenue operator's licence is not a gaming operator's licence or gaming licence128

3.4.1BVenue operator must comply with standards and operational requirements128

3.4.2Authority conferred by gaming operator's licence129

3.4.3Application of Partgaming operator's licences130

3.4.4Authority conferred by monitoring licence131

3.4.4AMonitoring licence is not a gaming operator's licence or gaming licence134

3.4.4BMonitoring licensee must comply with standards and operational requirements135

3.4.5Authority conferred by listing on the Roll136

3.4.6Offence to breach licence conditions139

3.4.7Offence to breach condition of listing on Roll139

Division 2Venue operator's licence139

3.4.8Application for venue operator's licence139

3.4.9Gaming operator may be granted a hotel venue operator's licence142

3.4.10Objections142


3.4.12Determination of applications and duration of licence145

3.4.12ASelf-exclusion program is a condition of licence146

3.4.12BResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence146

3.4.12CAmendment of self-exclusion program or Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct147

3.4.13Register of venue operators and approved venues147

3.4.13AVenue operator to give Commission certain information about where gaming will be conducted under gaming machine entitlements148

3.4.14Nominee of licensee149

3.4.15Venue operator's licence is non-transferable151

3.4.16Renewal of venue operator's licence151

3.4.17Amendment of conditions152

3.4.18Proposal of amendment by venue operator154

3.4.18ACommission to notify municipal council of receipt of proposal155

3.4.18BAmendment of proposal to increase number of gaming machines permitted in an approved venue155

3.4.18CMunicipal council must notify Commission of intention to make submission156

3.4.19Submissions on proposed amendments156

3.4.20Consideration and making of amendment157

3.4.21Tribunal review of amendment increasing number of gaming machines160

3.4.22Removal of approved venue if liquor licence is cancelled etc.161

3.4.23Notification of certain changes161

3.4.24Endorsement of licence and Register162

3.4.25Disciplinary action against venue operator164

3.4.26Letter of censure168

3.4.27Suspension of venue operator's licence pending criminal proceedings168

3.4.27ANo authority to conduct gaming if venue operator's licence suspended or cancelled169

3.4.28Provisional venue operator's licence170

Division 2AVenue operators and venue agreements170

3.4.28AAApplication of Division170

3.4.28ADefinitions170

3.4.28BCommission may declare certain agreements to be reviewable venue agreements171

3.4.28CEntering into prohibited venue agreement prohibited172

3.4.28DProhibited venue agreements are void172

3.4.28ECommission may issue written notice directing venue operators to give it copies of reviewable venue agreements172

3.4.28FNo compensation payable172

Division 3Gaming operator's licence173

3.4.29Gaming operator's licence173

3.4.30Premium payment173

3.4.31Matters to be considered in determining grant of licence173

3.4.31APre-commitment mechanisms required for prescribed gaming machines1December 2010 to 30November 2015175

3.4.32Duration of licence175

3.4.33Entitlement of former licensee on grant of new licence176


3.4.35Gaming operator's licence is non-transferable178

3.4.36Disciplinary action178

3.4.37Cancellation of gaming operator's licence179

Division 3BFurther licensing restrictions and requirements180

3.4.37KDefinitions181

3.4.37LRestrictions on directors of licensee or operator181

3.4.37MLicensee and others not to be associated with certain activities182

3.4.37NChange in situation of licensee or operator183

Division 4Monitoring licence185

3.4.38Definitions185

3.4.39One licence188

3.4.40Minister may invite applications188

3.4.41Secretary may report on suitability of persons Minister is considering to invite to apply for licence188

3.4.41AConsent required for reports and investigations189

3.4.42Application for monitoring licence189

3.4.43Report to Minister by Secretary on applications191

3.4.44Determination of applications192

3.4.45Prohibition on improper interference193

3.4.45AProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application193

3.4.46Issue of licence194

3.4.46AMonitoring licence not personal property194

3.4.47Licence conditions194

3.4.48Minister may refuse to issue monitoring licence if related agreements not entered into194

3.4.48ARelated agreements with monitoring licensee194

3.4.48BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements195

3.4.48CLimitation of monitoring licensee's civil liability196

3.4.48DRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister196

3.4.48EMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements196

3.4.49Responsible gambling directions197

3.4.49AMonitoring licensee must establish and maintain approved linked jackpot trust accounts198

3.4.49BOperation of multiple venue linked jackpot arrangements without approved linked jackpot trust account prohibited198

3.4.49CPayments out of approved linked jackpot trust accounts198


3.4.51Extension of licence199

3.4.52Licence may authorise preparatory action200

3.4.53Publication and tabling201

3.4.54Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with monitoring203

3.4.55Transfer only under this Division203

3.4.56Application to transfer licence203

3.4.57Transfer of monitoring licence204

3.4.58Report to Minister by Commission206

3.4.59Related agreements207

3.4.59APublication and tabling208

3.4.59BRequest by licensee for amendment of licence209

3.4.59CAmendment of licence211

3.4.59CAProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence213

3.4.59DGrounds for disciplinary action213

3.4.59ECommission may take or recommend disciplinary action214

3.4.59FMinister may take disciplinary action216

3.4.59GSuspension of licence217

3.4.59GADisciplinary and other action against monitoring licenseepreparatory action218

3.4.59HEffect of licence suspension218

3.4.59ITemporary monitoring licence219

3.4.59JReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence220

3.4.59JAReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary monitoring licence issued for 90 days221

3.4.59KArrangements with former licensee222

3.4.59LFurther provisions for temporary licence222

3.4.59LARelated agreements with temporary licensee223

3.4.59LBNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements224

3.4.59LCLimitation of temporary licensee's civil liability224

3.4.59LDRelated agreements may provide for damages determined by the Minister225

3.4.59LEMinister may determine certain damages that must be included in related agreements225

3.4.59LFAppointment of a monitoring services provider if monitoring licence not granted226

3.4.59LGAppointment of a monitoring services provider after monitoring licence suspended or cancelled228

3.4.59MSecretary may require further information232

3.4.59NUpdating information provided to Secretary234

3.4.59OUpdating information provided to Minister regarding licence application235

3.4.59PUpdating licence transfer application236

3.4.59QNo compensation payable for certain acts and omissions237

3.4.59RCompetition and Consumer Act and Competition Code238

Division 7Roll of Manufacturers, Suppliers and Testers239

3.4.60The Roll239

3.4.61Application to be listed on Roll239

3.4.62Objections242


3.4.64Imposition and amendment of conditions244



3.4.67Voluntary removal from Roll248

3.4.68Payments etc. to venue operator unlawful248

3.4.68APublication of standard price lists249

Part 4AGaming machine entitlements250

Division 1Requirement to hold gaming machine entitlements and authority conferred by them250

3.4A.1Requirement to hold gaming machine entitlements250

3.4A.2Authority conferred by gaming machine entitlements251

Division 2Gaming machine entitlement allocation and transfer rules252

3.4A.3Gaming machine entitlement allocation and transfer rules252

3.4A.4Directions to the Commission in relation to allocation and transfers of gaming machine entitlements253

Division 3Creation and allocation of gaming machine entitlements253

3.4A.5Minister may create and allocate gaming machine entitlements253

3.4A.5AReview of regional and municipal limits for gaming machine entitlements256

3.4A.5BGaming machine entitlement not personal property257

3.4A.6Minister may refuse to allocate gaming machine entitlement if related agreements not entered into257

3.4A.6ADirections in relation to related agreements with Minister258

3.4A.6BNo compensation payable because of direction to enter related agreements under section 3.4A.6A258

3.4A.7Duration of gaming machine entitlements259

3.4A.8Gaming machine entitlements to be noted on Register259

3.4A.9Gaming machine entitlements may authorise preparatory action260

3.4A.10States rights in relation to allocated gaming machine entitlements262

3.4A.11No entitlement to or legitimate expectation of approval of venue262

3.4A.11ARelated agreements between venue operators and monitoring licensee263

3.4A.11BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements under section3.4A.11A264

3.4A.11CPayments for gaming machine entitlements must be made to Commission264

Division 4Amendment of gaming machine entitlement conditions264

3.4A.12Request for amendment of geographic area condition or venue condition264

3.4A.13Commission decision on the request265

3.4A.14Commission must record amendment in Register266

Division 5Transfer of gaming machine entitlements266

3.4A.15Fee payable for gaming machine entitlement transfers266

3.4A.16Gaming machine entitlements cannot be transferred to persons other than venue operators267

3.4A.17Gaming machine entitlements must be transferred in accordance with allocation and transfer rules267

3.4A.17ARelated agreements must be entered into before gaming machine entitlement may be transferred267

3.4A.18Gaming machine entitlements that are transferred before specified date268

3.4A.19Exemption from requirement to pay 75% of prescribed profit obtained on transfer269

3.4A.20Hospitals and Charities Fund270

Division 5APurchase by the State of gaming machine entitlements270

3.4A.20AApplication of Division270

3.4A.20BCommission to determine excess gaming machine entitlements271

3.4A.20CMinisterial Order for purchase of gaming machine entitlements271

3.4A.20DDeterminations for purpose of Division272

3.4A.20EInitial offers by State for purchase of gaming machine entitlements274

3.4A.20FFurther reduction of gaming machine entitlements274

3.4A.20GFurther offers by State for purchase of gaming machine entitlements276

3.4A.20HExtinguishment of gaming machine entitlements purchased for purpose of State limit reduction277

3.4A.20IExtinguishment on reduction of State limit277

3.4A.20JNo compensation payable278

Division 5BExtinguishment of unallocated or forfeited entitlements on reduction of State limit278

3.4A.20KMinisterial Order for extinguishment278

3.4A.20LEffect of Order279

3.4A.20MNo compensation payable280

Division 6Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements not used for conduct of gaming280

3.4A.21Definition280

3.4A.22Meaning of relevant holding period280

3.4A.23Gaming under gaming machine entitlements must be commenced within relevant holding period281

3.4A.24Gaming machine entitlements forfeited to State if gaming not commenced within relevant holding period281

3.4A.25Commission may extend relevant holding period282

Division 7Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following disciplinary action, surrender of licence or expiry283

3.4A.26Gaming machine entitlements forfeited if venue operator's licence cancelled, surrendered or not renewed283

Division 8Forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following default under related agreement284

3.4A.27Gaming machine entitlements forfeited if venue operator defaults under related agreement284

Division 8AForfeiture of gaming machine entitlements following offers to purchase those entitlements285

3.4A.27AForfeiture to Stateafter reduction of regional or municipal district limit285

Division 9Extinguishment of interests and rights in gaming machine entitlements285

3.4A.28Extinguishment285

3.4A.29No compensation payable because of extinguishment286

Division 10Forfeited gaming machine entitlements286

3.4A.30Application of Division286

3.4A.31No compensation payable because of forfeiture of gaming machine entitlements286

3.4A.32Amounts owed to the State in relation to gaming machine entitlements become immediately payable286

3.4A.33Payment of proceeds from forfeited gaming machine entitlements that are allocated again287

Division 11General288

3.4A.34Competition and Consumer Act and Competition Code authorisation288

Part 5Control of gaming290

Division 1Manufacturing and obtaining gaming machines290

3.5.1Manufacture, sale, supply, obtaining or possession of gaming machines290

3.5.2Gaming machine contracts to be approved by Commission292

Division 2Controls over gaming machines and games293

3.5.3Commission's standards for gaming machine types and games293

3.5.4Approval of gaming machine types and games293

3.5.5Variation of gaming machine types and games294

3.5.6Withdrawal of approval296

3.5.7Linked jackpots unlawful without approval297

3.5.7ALinked jackpot arrangements unlawful without approval297

3.5.7BApproval of linked jackpot arrangements298

3.5.7CWithdrawal of approval299

3.5.8Identification of machines300

3.5.9Gaming prohibited on unprotected devices301

3.5.10Unlawful interference with equipment or systems302

3.5.11Protection of sensitive areas of gaming equipment or monitoring equipment303

3.5.12Testing of electronic monitoring system305

3.5.13Approval of electronic monitoring systems306

3.5.15Installation and storage of gaming machines308

3.5.16Certificates of installationgaming equipment and monitoring equipment309

3.5.17Offence to play gaming machine not installed as authorised311

3.5.17AGaming machines must be connected to approved electronic monitoring system311

3.5.17BGaming machines must be connected to approved electronic monitoring system311

3.5.17COffence to interfere with an electronic monitoring system312

3.5.18Gaming only permitted in gaming machine areas312

3.5.19Gaming tokens312

3.5.20Malfunction of gaming machines313

3.5.21Defective gaming machines not allowed313

3.5.22After hours gaming314

3.5.23The Commission's rules315

3.5.24Disallowance of rules316

3.5.25Inspection of rules317

3.5.26Rules to be enforced318

3.5.27Commission may give directions318

3.5.28Inducements, cheating etc.318

Division 3Responsible gaming measures320

Subdivision 1General measures320

3.5.29Banning large denomination note acceptors and autoplay facilities320

3.5.30Spin rates321

3.5.31Credit etc.321

3.5.32Limiting withdrawals and advances from cash facilities322

3.5.33Payment of accumulated credits and cashing of cheques322

3.5.33APlaying of gaming machines by intoxicated persons prohibited324

Subdivision 2Automatic teller machine and alternative cash access facility measures324

3.5.33BDefinitions324

3.5.33CAutomatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities prohibited in approved venues not on racecourses325

3.5.33DLimiting placement of automatic teller machines and alternative cash access facilities on racecourses325

3.5.33EApplication for approval326

3.5.33FApprovals326

3.5.33GMinisterial directions as to approvals327

3.5.33HConditions of approvals328

3.5.33IAmendment of conditions of approvalsApplications by venue operators329

3.5.33JReview of approvals330

3.5.33KAmendment of conditions of approvalsBy the Commission331

3.5.33LFunctions and powers under this Subdivision may be performed or exercised by a single Commissioner331

3.5.33MAppeal331

3.5.33NNo compensation payable332

Division 4Gaming machine advertising332

3.5.34AAProhibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by or on behalf of venue operators and casino operators332

3.5.34ABProhibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by or on behalf of gaming operators335

3.5.34ACProhibition on printing gaming machine advertising on player cards337

3.5.34Prohibition on publishing gaming machine advertising by others338

3.5.35Prohibition on displaying gaming machine related signs339

3.5.35AResponsible gambling signs340

Division 5Loyalty schemes340

3.5.36Preconditions for allowing participation in loyalty scheme340

3.5.36AContent of written statement341

3.5.36BSetting limits under loyalty scheme342

3.5.36CExcluded persons343

3.5.36DLoyalty scheme must use same equipment as pre-commitment system344

3.5.37Player activity statements346

3.5.38Suspension of person who fails to collect their player activity statement347

3.5.39Opting out of loyalty schemes348

3.5.40No advertising to people suspended or removed from loyalty schemes348

3.5.41Loyalty scheme participant information350

Division 6Removal of people from approved venues351

3.5.42Application of Division351

3.5.43Removal of certain persons351

Part 6Returns to players, levies and taxes353

Division 1Returns to players353

3.6.1Returns to players353

3.6.1AReturns to players on expiry of gaming operator's licences353

Division 2Taxes and levies354

3.6.2Definitions354

3.6.3Health benefit levy355

3.6.3AHealth benefit levyfinancial year 2012 to 2013356

3.6.4Hypothecation of health benefit levy357

3.6.5Holder of gaming operator's licence to pay supervision charge357

3.6.5AVenue operators to pay supervision charge357

3.6.6Taxation358

3.6.6ATaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with pub licences360

3.6.6BTaxation in relation to gaming in approved venues with club licences362

3.6.7Additional tax for holder of gaming operator's licence365

3.6.8Declaration for club venue operators to pay different tax in some circumstances365

3.6.9Community benefit statements368

3.6.9AMinisterial directions as to requirements of community benefit statements370

3.6.10Interest on late payment371

3.6.11Hospitals and charities and mental health levy372

3.6.12Payment to Community Support Fund372

Part 7Compliance requirements374


3.7.1Definition374

3.7.2Application of Part374

Division 2Banking, accounting and auditing374

3.7.3Banking374

3.7.4Accounting records375

3.7.5Books etc. to be kept on the premises376

Division 2AApproved linked jackpot trust account compliance requirements377

3.7.6Banking377

3.7.6AAAccounting records in relation to approved linked jackpot trust accounts378

3.7.6ABFunctions of Commission under this Division may be performed by any commissioner378

Division 3Other requirements379

3.7.6ADirections to gaming operator to provide informationetc.379

3.7.6BDirections to monitoring licensee to provide informationetc.380

3.7.6CNo compensation payable381

3.7.6DDirections to monitoring licensee381

Part 8Legacy monitoring systems383

Division 1Preliminary383

3.8.1Definitions383

3.8.2Meaning of legacy monitoring system384

3.8.3Meaning of specified monitoring system information384

3.8.4Authorised persons385

Division 2Information gathering powers385

3.8.5Minister may direct legacy monitoring system owners to provide information and documents385

Division 3Due diligence powers386

3.8.6Access notice386

3.8.7Access powers387

3.8.8What can the Minister or authorised person do after service of access notice?388

3.8.9Specified persons must give information to Minister or authorised persons389

3.8.10Direction to provide reasonable assistance391

3.8.11Offences relating to obstruction of Minister or authorised persons393

Division 4Other matters393

3.8.12No compensation payable393

3.8.13Compliance with certain directions is not a breach of contract, breach of confidence or any other civil wrong393

Part 8APre-commitment from 1December 2015394



Division 2Pre-commitment direction, approval and testing395

3.8A.2Pre-commitment direction395

3.8A.3Monitoring licensee must not provide unapproved pre-commitment system396

3.8A.4Commission may approve precommitment system396

3.8A.5Testing of pre-commitment system397

Division 3Obligations of monitoring licensee, venue operators and casino operators398


3.8A.7Certificates of installationplayer account equipment and parts of a precommitment system398

3.8A.8Monitoring licensee must ensure that precommitment system complies with standards and operational requirements399

3.8A.9Player account equipment must comply with regulations and standards400

3.8A.10Offence for operator failing to ensure proper installation of player account equipment401

3.8A.11Player cards must comply with regulations and standards401

3.8A.12Operators must ensure functioning of player account equipment and connection to pre-commitment system402

3.8A.13Offence for operator to permit gaming on gaming machine using alternative limit setting scheme403

Division 4Related agreements403


3.8A.15Related agreement between monitoring licensee and venue operator or casino operator404

3.8A.16Related agreement between Minister and venue operator or casino operator404

3.8A.17Content of direction404

3.8A.18Direction to enter into related agreement must be complied with405

3.8A.19No compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreement under section3.8A.15 or3.8A.16405

Division 4AStandard venue conditions405

3.8A.19AMinister may determine standard venue conditions405

3.8A.19BPublication and effect of standard venue conditions406

3.8A.19CNo compensation for determination of standard venue conditions406

Division 5Provision of information406


3.8A.21Directions to monitoring licensee to provide information concerning precommitment407

3.8A.22No compensation payable407

3.8A.23Provision of information for research purposes407

Division 6Confidentiality408

3.8A.24Definition408

3.8A.25Restriction on disclosure of precommitment information408

3.8A.26Disclosure with consent permitted408

3.8A.27Disclosure to enforcement agencies permitted408

3.8A.28Disclosure for performance of functions409

3.8A.29Disclosure of lawfully publicly available information permitted409

3.8A.30Disclosure of de-identified information for research purposes409

Part 9General410

Division 1Declared operator of gaming operator's licence410

3.9.1Minister may declare company to be operator410

3.9.2Application for approval411

3.9.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary411


3.9.4Prohibition on recovery of costs of investigating persons on Roll or their associates412

3.9.5Appeals413

3.9.6Injunctions to prevent contraventions etc.414

Chapter 4Wagering and betting416


4.1.1Purpose416

4.1.2Definitions417

4.1.3Exemption of totalisators419

Part 2General authorisation for wagering and betting421

Division 1Legality of wagering and betting421

4.2.1Wagering and approved betting competitions421

4.2.1AConduct of betting exchanges421

4.2.2Use of totalisator lawful421

4.2.3Approval of totalisator equipment422

Division 1ARegulation of publication and use of race fields423

4.2.3ARestrictions on publication and use of race fields423

4.2.3BApplication for race field publication and use approval424

4.2.3CPublication and use approval424

4.2.3DTribunal review426

4.2.3ECompetition and Consumer Act and Competition Code427

Division 2Betting rules428

4.2.4Totalisator or approved betting competition not to be conducted without rules428

4.2.4ABetting exchange rules428

4.2.5Licensee to make betting rules429

4.2.6Disallowance of betting rules or betting exchange rules432

4.2.7Commission may direct wagering and betting licensee to deal with certain bets433

Division 3Conduct of wagering and betting by wagering and betting licensee434

4.2.8Acceptance of wagers and bets434

4.2.9Agents of licensee434

4.2.10Investigation of complaints435

4.2.11Termination of certain agent agreements435

Part 3Wagering licence and gaming licence438

Division 1Authority of licences438

4.3.1Wagering licence438

4.3.2Gaming licence438

4.3.3One licence438

4.3.4Licences non-transferable439

4.3.4AApplication of Part439

Division 2Grant of licences439

4.3.5Application for licences439

4.3.6Matters to be considered in determining application440

4.3.7Recommendation on application441

4.3.8Grant of licences442

4.3.9Duration of licences and licence conditions443

4.3.10Amendment of licence conditions443

4.3.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence443

4.3.11Powers of licensee under Corporations Act not affected443

Division 3Entitlement of former licensee444

4.3.12Entitlement of former licensee on grant of new licences444

4.3.13What is the licence value of the former licences?444

4.3.14When must the payment be made?446

Division 4Operators447

4.3.15Appointment of operators447


4.3.17Approval of wholly-owned subsidiary448

Division 6Further licensing restrictions and requirements449

4.3.28Restrictions on directors of licensee or operator449

4.3.29Licensee and others not to be associated with certain activities450

Division 7Disciplinary action and cancellation451


4.3.32Cancellation of both licences452

4.3.33Appointment of temporary licensee if licence cancelled454

Division 8Further obligation to provide information455

4.3.34Directions to wagering licensee to provide information455

Part 3AWagering and betting licence457

Division 1AAInterpretation457

4.3A.1AADefinitions457

Division 1Authority and number of wagering and betting licences459

4.3A.1Authority of wagering and betting licence459

4.3A.2One licence460

Division 2Licensing procedure460

4.3A.3Registration of interest460

4.3A.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest464

4.3A.5Application for licence464

4.3A.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications466

4.3A.7Determination of applications466

4.3A.7AProhibition on improper interference469

4.3A.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application469

4.3A.8Issue of licence470

4.3A.8AWagering and betting licence not personal property470

4.3A.9Licence conditions470

4.3A.10Minister may refuse to issue wagering and betting licence if related agreements not entered into471

4.3A.10AARelated agreements with wagering and betting licensee471

4.3A.10ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements472

4.3A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence472

4.3A.11Duration of licence473

4.3A.12Licence may authorise preparatory action473

4.3A.13Premium payment474

4.3A.13APenalty interest for late payment475

4.3A.13BRecovery of amounts475

4.3A.14Publication and tabling476

4.3A.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with wagering and betting477

4.3A.15AAppointment of wagering and betting operator478

4.3A.15BApproval of wholly-owned subsidiary478

4.3A.15CRights and obligations of wagering and betting operator478

Division 3Transfer of licence480

4.3A.16Transfer only under this Division480

4.3A.17Application to transfer licence480

4.3A.18Transfer of wagering and betting licence481

4.3A.19Report to Minister by Commission484

4.3A.20Related agreements485

4.3A.21Publication and tabling485

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence487

4.3A.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence487

4.3A.23Amendment of licence488

4.3A.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence490

4.3A.24Surrender of licence490

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action491

4.3A.26Grounds for disciplinary action491

4.3A.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action492

4.3A.28Minister may take disciplinary action494

4.3A.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings495

4.3A.30Effect of licence suspension496

4.3A.30ADisciplinary and other action against wagering and betting licenseepreparatory action496

Division 6Temporary wagering and betting licence497

4.3A.31Temporary wagering and betting licence497

4.3A.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence499

4.3A.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary wagering and betting licence issued for 90days500

4.3A.33Arrangements with former licensee501

4.3A.34Further provisions for temporary licence502

4.3A.34AARelated agreements with temporary wagering and betting licensee503

4.3A.34ABNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements504

Division 6ABetting exchanges504

4.3A.34ADefinitions504

4.3A.34BApproval of telecommunication devices by Commission507

4.3A.34CLicensee not to enable betting by way of a betting exchange on races, competitions or events without relevant consent507

4.3A.34DLicensee must conduct a betting exchange by way of certain telecommunication devices508

4.3A.34ECommission or controlling body may request information508

4.3A.34FCompliance with information notice509

4.3A.34GOffences by the wagering and betting licensee as operator of betting exchange509

4.3A.34HOffence by direct participant510

4.3A.34IOffence by a person who has an interest in the outcome of a brokered betting event510

4.3A.34JOffence by the owner of a horse to bet through betting exchange511

4.3A.34KOffence by the owner of a greyhound to bet through betting exchange511

Division 6BRequirements in relation to registered players512

4.3A.34LVerification of registered player's identity512

4.3A.34MWagering and betting funds of registered players512

4.3A.34NDisclosure of names of registered players514

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations515


4.3A.36Secretary may require further information515

4.3A.37Updating information provided to Secretary516

4.3A.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application517

4.3A.39Updating licence transfer application519

4.3A.39ADirections to provide information520

4.3A.39BDirections to licensees521


4.3A.40Powers of Secretary521

Part 4On-course wagering permit522

Division 1Authority of permit522

4.4.1On-course wagering permit522

Division 2Grant of permit522

4.4.2Application for permit522

4.4.3Matters to be considered in determining application523

4.4.4Grant of permit524

4.4.5Permit is non-transferable525

Division 3Conduct of on-course wagering525

4.4.6Compliance with betting rules525

4.4.7Racing industry and licensee525

Division 4Commissions, dividends and taxes525

4.4.8Commissions525

4.4.9Dividends526

4.4.10Wagering tax527

4.4.11Hospitals and Charities Fund527

4.4.12Supervision charge527


4.4.13Unclaimed refunds and dividends528

Part 5Approved betting competitions and sports betting529


4.5.1Definitions529

4.5.2Events and betting competitions that cannot be approved under this Part530

Division 2Approved betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound racing530

4.5.3Approval of betting competitions on horse, harness and greyhound races530

4.5.4Notice of approval531

4.5.5Variation and revocation of approval531

Division 3Approval of other events for betting purposes531

4.5.6Approval of events for betting purposes531

4.5.7What kinds of events can be approved?532

4.5.8What must Commission consider in approving events?533

4.5.9Designation of sports betting events533

4.5.10Notice and publication requirements534


Division 3AApproval of simulated racing events535

4.5.11AApproval of simulated racing events for betting purposes535

4.5.11BWhat must Commission consider in approving simulated racing events?535

4.5.11CNotice and publication requirements536

4.5.11DVariation and revocation of approval536

4.5.11EApproval does not limit Minister's power to approve keno game under Chapter 6A537

Division 4Approval of sports controlling bodies for sports betting purposes537


4.5.13Objections538


4.5.15Determination of applications and duration of approval539



4.5.18Surrender of approval541

4.5.19Change in situation of sports controlling body541

4.5.20Tribunal reviews541

Division 5Requirements on sports betting providers542

4.5.21What is offering a betting service?542

4.5.22Prohibition on offering betting service without agreement or determination542

4.5.23Agreement of sports controlling body543

4.5.24Application for Commission determination if no sports controlling body agreement544

4.5.25Procedure on application545

4.5.26Determination of Commission545

4.5.27Variation and revocation of determination547

4.5.28Costs of investigating applications548

Division 6Prohibition of betting contingencies548

4.5.29Commission may prohibit betting on contingencies548


4.5.31Offence to offer bets on prohibited betting contingencies550

Part 5ABookmaker and bookmaking related registrations551


4.5A.2Application for registration as bookmaker551

4.5A.3Application for registration as bookmaker's key employee552

4.5A.4Determination of application for registration as bookmaker552

4.5A.5Determination of application for registration as bookmaker's key employee554

4.5A.6Certificate of registration and identity card554

4.5A.7Duration of registration as bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee555

4.5A.8Nominee of corporation555

4.5A.9Application of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships557

4.5A.10Approval of registered bookmakers to be in partnerships557

4.5A.10AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of registration for a bookmaker559

4.5A.11Conditions of registration559

4.5A.12Amendment of conditions559

4.5A.13Registration renewal560

4.5A.14Disciplinary action against registered bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee561

4.5A.14ASuspension of a bookmaker's registration pending criminal proceedings564

4.5A.14BSuspension of a bookmaker's key employee's registration pending criminal proceedings565

4.5A.15Review by VCAT of registrations as a bookmaker or bookmaker's key employee565

4.5A.16Time limit for applying for review566

4.5A.17Registered bookmaker must not engage convicted person567

Part 6Commissions, dividends and taxes568

Division 1Wagering568

4.6.1Commissions568

4.6.2Dividends568

4.6.3Wagering tax570

4.6.3AWagering tax review573

Division 2Approved betting competitions573

4.6.4Commissionstotalisators573

4.6.5Dividends573

4.6.6TaxApproved betting competitions575

Division 2AApproved simulated racing events576

4.6.6ATaxApproved simulated racing events576

Division 2BBetting exchanges577

4.6.6BTaxBetting exchange commissions577

Division 3Supervision charge578

4.6.7Licensee to pay charge578

4.6.7AWagering and betting licensee to pay charge578


4.6.8Hospitals and Charities Fund579

4.6.9Unclaimed refunds, dividends and prizes579

Part 7Offences581

4.7.1AADefinition581

4.7.2Offences relating to totalisators and approved betting competitions581

4.7.3Tickets purportedly issued by licensee584

4.7.4Offence related to payment of dividends or prizes584


4.7.6Offence to extend credit etc.586

4.7.7Gambling by intoxicated persons prohibited586

4.7.8Appropriate advertising standards required586

4.7.9Prescribed statement to be included in advertisements587

4.7.10Offence to offer inducement to open betting account587


Division 1Banking, accounting and auditing588


4.8.2Banking588

4.8.3Accounts590

4.8.4Books etc. to be kept on the premises591

4.8.5Audit of books, accounts and financial statements593

Division 2Reporting594

4.8.6Submission of reports594

Part 9Other matters596

4.9.1Competition and Consumer Act and Competition Code596

Chapter 5Lotteries599


5.1.1Purposes599

5.1.2Definitions599

5.1.3Application of Chapter600

Part 2Public lotteries601

Division 1Legality of public lotteries601

5.2.1Public lotteries declared lawful601

5.2.1AApproval of computer system etc.601

Division 2Public lottery rules602

5.2.2Lottery rules602

5.2.3When do lottery rules come into force?603

5.2.4Publication and inspection of lottery rules603

5.2.5Disallowance of lottery rules604

Division 3Conduct of public lotteries605

5.2.6Supervision of public lottery draws by Commission's representative605

5.2.7Licensee to record entries606

5.2.9Licensee not to act as credit provider607

5.2.10Non-monetary prizes607

5.2.11Prohibition of certain schemes607

5.2.12Publicity concerning prizewinners608

Part 3Public lottery licences610


5.3.1AADefinitions610

Division 1Number and type of public lottery licences612

5.3.1Minister determines number and type of public lottery licences612

5.3.2Which public lotteries can be licensed?613


5.3.2ARegistration of interest613

5.3.3Application for licence615

5.3.4Report to Minister by Commission616


5.3.5AProhibition on improper interference618

5.3.5BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application618

5.3.6Issue of licence618

5.3.7Licence conditions619

5.3.7AAncillary agreements620

5.3.7BResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence620


5.3.8ALicence may authorise preparatory action621

5.3.9Premium payment622

5.3.10Licence is non-transferable623

5.3.11Publication and tabling623

5.3.12Inspection of licence624

5.3.13Register of licences624

Division 3Appointing subsidiaries to conduct public lotteries624

5.3.14Appointment of subsidiaries624

5.3.15Approval of subsidiary625

5.3.15AEngaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with public lotteries625

Division 4Amending and surrendering licences626

5.3.16Request by licensee for amendment of licence626

5.3.17Notification of other affected licensees626

5.3.18Objection by other licensees627

5.3.19Amendment of licence627

5.3.19AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence629

5.3.20Surrender of licence629

Division 5Disciplinary action630

5.3.21Grounds for disciplinary action630

5.3.22Commission may recommend disciplinary action631

5.3.23Minister may take disciplinary action631

5.3.24Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings632

5.3.25Effect of licence suspension633

5.3.26Application of Division to appointed subsidiaries633

Division 6Temporary public lottery licences633

5.3.27Temporary public lottery licences633

5.3.28Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence636

5.3.28AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary public lottery licence issued for 90days637

5.3.29Arrangements with former licensee638

5.3.30Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of temporary licence638

Part 4Returns to players and taxes639



Division 2Taxes639


5.4.3Public lottery tax640

5.4.4Penalty interest for late payment641

5.4.5Recovery of amounts641

5.4.6Application of tax proceeds642

5.4.7Sharing tax with other jurisdictions642


Division 1Financial recording and reporting645

5.5.1Licensee to keep accounts and records645

5.5.2Annual financial statements645

5.5.6Subsidiaries to comply with Division645

Division 2Other requirements646

5.5.6ADirections to provide information etc.646

5.5.7Directions to licensees647

5.5.8Claims for prize647

5.5.9Unclaimed prizes649

5.5.10Complaints650

Part 7Trade promotion lotteries652

Division 1Legality of trade promotion lotteries652

5.7.1Trade promotion lotteries declared lawful652

5.7.2Conduct of trade promotion lotteries652

Division 4Compliance and offences654

5.7.16AADefinitions654

5.7.16Conducting trade promotion lottery in contravention of Actetc.655

5.7.16AVenue operators must not conduct trade promotion lotteries in relation to gaming655

5.7.18AGaming machine play restrictions to be included trade promotion lottery advertisements656

5.7.18BCommission determinations about the manner of display of gaming machine play restrictions656


5.7.20Commissioner may perform Commission's functions657

Chapter 6Club keno658


6.1.1Purpose658

6.1.2Definitions658

Part 2Club keno games659

Division 1Legality of club keno games659

6.2.1Club keno games conducted by participants are lawful659

6.2.2Authorisation for club keno games659

6.2.3Club keno not subject to Chapter 3659

6.2.4Club Keno games may be conducted in approved venues659

Division 2Conducting club keno games660

6.2.5Sale of tickets660

6.2.6Agents of participants660

6.2.6AApproval of club keno system660

6.2.6BSecurity of certain equipment661

6.2.6CResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct661

6.2.7Defective machinery etc.661

6.2.8Unlawful interference with club keno system662

6.2.9Use of defective club keno machinery etc.662

6.2.10Credit etc.663

6.2.11Club keno rules663

6.2.12Commencement of rules664

6.2.13Publication and inspection of club keno rules664

6.2.14Disallowance of club keno rules665

Part 3Returns to players, taxes and levies667



Division 2Taxes and levies667

6.3.2Duty payable by participants667

6.3.3Hospitals, charities and mental health levy669

Division 3Unclaimed prizes669

6.3.4Unclaimed prizes669


Division 1Accounting records671

6.4.1Accounting records671

Division 2Complaints671

6.4.5Investigation of complaints671

Part 5Approval of subsidiaries673

6.5.1Minister may declare company to be participant673


6.5.3Approval of a wholly-owned subsidiary674

Part 6General677

6.6.1Directions to participants to provide information677

Chapter 6AKeno679


6A.1.1Purpose679

6A.1.2Definitions679

6A.1.3Keno linked jackpot arrangements680

Part 2Keno games681

Division 1Legality of keno games681

6A.2.1Keno games conducted under this Chapter are lawful681

6A.2.2Keno not subject to Chapter 3681

Division 2Conducting keno games681

6A.2.3Sale of tickets681

6A.2.4Agents of licensee681

6A.2.4ATermination of certain agent agreements682

6A.2.5Approval of keno system683

6A.2.6Security of certain equipment684

6A.2.7Defective machinery, equipment and computer systems684

6A.2.8Unlawful interference with keno system685

6A.2.9Use of defective keno machinery, equipment or computer system685

6A.2.10Credit and loans685

6A.2.11Keno rules686

6A.2.12Commencement of rules687

6A.2.13Publication and inspection of keno rules687

6A.2.14Disallowance of keno rules687

Part 2AApproval of games as keno games690

6A.2A.1Approval of keno games for betting purposes690

6A.2A.2Notice and publication requirements691

6A.2A.3Variation and revocation of approval691

6A.2A.4Approval does not limit Commission's power to approve simulated racing events under Chapter4691

Part 3Keno licence692


6A.3.1AADefinitions692

Division 1Authority and number of keno licences694

6A.3.1Authority of keno licence694

6A.3.2One licence694


6A.3.3Registration of interest694

6A.3.4Report to Minister by Secretary on registrations of interest697

6A.3.5Application for licence697

6A.3.6Report to Minister by Secretary on applications699

6A.3.7Determination of applications699

6A.3.7AProhibition on improper interference701

6A.3.7BProhibition on lobbying in relation to grant of application701

6A.3.8Issue of licence702

6A.3.8AKeno licence not personal property702

6A.3.9Licence conditions702

6A.3.9AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence703

6A.3.10Minister may refuse to issue keno licence if related agreements not entered into703

6A.3.10ARelated agreements with keno licensee703

6A.3.10BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements704

6A.3.11Duration of licence704

6A.3.12Licence may authorise preparatory action704

6A.3.13Premium payment705

6A.3.13APenalty interest for late payment706

6A.3.13BRecovery of amounts706

6A.3.14Publication and tabling706

6A.3.15Engaging contractors and appointing agents to assist with keno games708

Division 3Transfer of licence708

6A.3.16Transfer only under this Division708

6A.3.17Application to transfer licence708

6A.3.18Transfer of a keno licence709

6A.3.19Report to Minister by Commission712

6A.3.20Related agreements712

6A.3.21Publication and tabling713

Division 4Amendment and surrender of licence715

6A.3.22Request by licensee for amendment of licence715

6A.3.23Amendment of licence716

6A.3.23AProhibition on lobbying for amendment of licence718

6A.3.24Surrender of licence718

Division 5Monitoring and disciplinary action718

6A.3.26Grounds for disciplinary action718

6A.3.27Commission may take or recommend disciplinary action720

6A.3.28Minister may take disciplinary action721

6A.3.29Suspension of licence pending criminal proceedings722

6A.3.30Effect of licence suspension723

6A.3.30ADisciplinary and other action against keno licenseepreparatory action723

Division 6Temporary keno licence724

6A.3.31Temporary keno licence724

6A.3.32Report to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence726

6A.3.32AReport to Minister by Commission for a temporary keno licence issued for 90days727

6A.3.33Arrangements with former licensee727

6A.3.34Further provisions for temporary licence728

6A.3.34ARelated agreements with temporary keno licensee729

6A.3.34BNo compensation payable because of a direction to enter into related agreements730

Division 7Further information-gathering powers and obligations730


6A.3.36Secretary may require further information730

6A.3.37Updating information provided to Secretary732

6A.3.38Updating information provided to Minister regarding registration of interest or licence application732

6A.3.39Updating licence transfer application734

6A.3.39ADirections to provide information735

6A.3.39BDirections to licensee735

6A.3.39CClaim for prize736

6A.3.39DUnclaimed prizes737


6A.3.40Powers of Secretary738

Part 4Returns to players, taxes and funds739


6A.4.1Returns to players739

Division 2Taxes739

6A.4.2Duty payable by licensee739

Division 3Supervision charge741

6A.4.3Supervision charge741

Division 4Funds742

6A.4.4Hospitals and Charities Fund and Mental Health Fund742


Division 1Accounting records743

6A.5.1Accounting records743

Division 2Complaints743

6A.5.2Investigation of complaints743

Part 6Other matters744

6A.6.1Trade Practices Act and Competition Code744

Chapter 7Interactive gaming745


7.1.1Purpose745

7.1.2Definitions745

7.1.3Meaning of interactive game747

7.1.4Meaning of approved game749

7.1.5Participating jurisdictions749

7.1.6Territorial application of this Chapter751

Part 2General authorisation for interactive gaming752

7.2.1Lawful activities752

7.2.2Offence to conduct unauthorised interactive gaming752

Part 3Interactive gaming licences754


7.3.1Application for interactive gaming licence754


7.3.3Suitability of applicant to hold interactive gaming licence756

7.3.4Suitability of associates757



7.3.6Changing conditions of licence758

7.3.7Interactive gaming licence non-transferable759

7.3.8Surrender of interactive gaming licence759


7.3.9Definitions759

7.3.10Grounds for disciplinary action760

7.3.11Taking disciplinary action762


7.3.13Suspension of interactive gaming licence pending criminal proceedings763

7.3.14Effect of licence suspension763

Division 3Endorsement of licence763

7.3.15Power to executors, trustees etc. to carry on business under licence763

7.3.16Effect of endorsements764

7.3.17Licence lapses if not endorsed765

Part 4Control of interactive gaming766

Division 1Player registration766

7.4.1Player registration and acceptance of wagers766

7.4.3Verification of player's identity766

Division 2General conduct of interactive gaming767

7.4.4Compliance with certain conditions767

7.4.5Licensed testers to test interactive gaming equipment768

7.4.6Offence for licensed provider to participate etc.768

7.4.7Commission's power to restrict participation in approved games by gaming officials768

7.4.8Licensed provider not to act as credit provider769

Division 3Players' funds and prizes769

7.4.9Players funds769

7.4.10Funds held on behalf of players769

7.4.11Inactive players770

7.4.12Disposal of unclaimed non-monetary prizes770

7.4.13Claims for prize771

7.4.14Monetary prizes not claimed within 2years772

7.4.15Power to withhold prizes in certain cases772

Division 4Responsible gambling measures773

7.4.16Limitation on amount wagered773

7.4.17Self-exclusion order774

Part 5Returns to players and taxes776



Division 2Taxes776


7.5.3Interactive gaming tax777

7.5.4Returns for calculation of tax778

7.5.5Penalty interest for late payment778

7.5.6Recovery of amounts779

7.5.7Revenue offences779


Division 1Directions780

7.6.1Directions780

Division 2Complaint handling780

7.6.2Inquiries about complaints780

Part 8Tribunal reviews783

7.8.1Review by Tribunal783

Chapter 8Community and charitable gaming785


8.1.1Purpose785

8.1.2Definitions785

Part 2Legality of community and charitable gaming788

8.2.1Community and charitable gaming declared lawful788

8.2.2Minor gaming must be in accordance with Chapteretc.788

8.2.3Permit not required for raffle where prize value $5000 or less789

8.2.4Bingo sessions conducted by or on behalf of community or charitable organisations789

8.2.4ABingo sessions conducted by others790

8.2.5Disclosure if raffle proceeds to be paid to or for a political party791

Part 3Community or charitable organisations792

Division 1Community or charitable organisations792

8.3.1Application to be declared as a community or charitable organisation792

8.3.2Commission may require further information etc.792

8.3.3Commission may make declaration793

8.3.4Can the applicant appeal?794

8.3.5Commission to determine appeal794

8.3.6Duration of declaration795

8.3.6ARenewal of declaration795

8.3.7Commission may require organisation to show cause796

8.3.8Organisation may make submissions796

8.3.9Revocation of declaration797

8.3.10Appeal to Supreme Court797

8.3.11Suspension of declaration798

8.3.11AInvestigation of community or charitable organisations799

8.3.11BProvision of information799

Division 2Minor gaming permits801

8.3.12Application for minor gaming permit801

8.3.13Determination of application802

8.3.14What does a minor gaming permit authorise?803

8.3.15Duration of minor gaming permit803

8.3.16Nominee of organisation803

8.3.17Amendment of permit conditions804

8.3.18Appeal805





8.3.22Performance of functions809

Part 4Conduct of community and charitable gaming810

Division 1Lucky envelopes810

8.4.1Lucky envelopes must comply with prescribed standards810

8.4.2Lucky envelopes only to be supplied to permit holder810

Division 2Bingo810

8.4.2ANotification of intention to conduct or cease conducting bingo sessions810

8.4.2BNominees812

8.4.2CNotification of large bingo prizes813

8.4.2DBingo rules813

8.4.2ERules binding unless Commission approves a variation814

8.4.2FCommission may require notification of bingo rules815

8.4.3Bingo equipment must comply with prescribed standards815

8.4.4Restriction on supply of bingo equipment816

8.4.5Braille bingo tickets817

8.4.6Community or charitable organisation may contract with bingo centre operator to conduct bingo817

8.4.7Expenses operators can charge for bingo819

8.4.7APayment of prize money and cashing of cheques819

Division 3Bingo pooling schemes820

8.4.8When can a pooling scheme operate?820

8.4.9Membership of pooling scheme820

8.4.10Pooling scheme rules821

8.4.11Commission may specify matters for rules821

8.4.12Disallowance of rules822

8.4.13Scheme administrator822

8.4.14Amendment of rules823

8.4.15Declaration of interest824

8.4.16Application to political parties824

Division 4Disciplinary action against community or charitable organisations in relation to bingo825




8.4.20Appeal828

Part 5Bingo centres830

Division 1Licensing of bingo centre operators830

8.5.1Requirement to be licensed830

8.5.2Application for licence830

8.5.3Application procedure830

8.5.4Objections831

8.5.5Responsible authority's report832





8.5.9Nominee of licensee834

8.5.10Licence non-transferable837

8.5.11Licence renewal837




8.5.15Effect and maximum period of suspension of bingo centre operator's licence843

8.5.16Suspension of bingo centre operator's licence pending criminal proceedings843

8.5.17Licence document to be surrendered843

8.5.18Provisional bingo centre operator's licence844

Division 3Compliance requirements and monitoring844

8.5.37Accounts and financial statements844

8.5.38Returns to the Commission845

8.5.42Gaming machines in bingo centres845

Part 5ACommercial raffle organisers846

8.5A.1Definition846

8.5A.2Requirement to be licensed846

8.5A.3Commission may require person to show cause846

8.5A.4Appeal847

8.5A.5Application for licence848

8.5A.6Objections849

8.5A.7Matters to be considered in determining applications849

8.5A.8Determination of application850

8.5A.8AResponsible Gambling Code of Conduct is a condition of licence851

8.5A.9Duration of licence851

8.5A.10Nominee of licensee851

8.5A.11Licence non-transferable853

8.5A.12Licence renewal853

8.5A.13Amendment of conditions855

8.5A.14Disciplinary action856

8.5A.15Letter of censure859

8.5A.16Effect and maximum period of suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence859

8.5A.17Suspension of commercial raffle organiser's licence pending criminal proceedings860

8.5A.18Licence document to be surrendered860

8.5A.19Provisional commercial raffle organiser's licence860

8.5A.23Community or charitable organisation may contract with licensee to conduct raffle861

8.5A.24Expenses licensee can charge for raffle862

8.5A.25Promotion of raffle862

8.5A.26Accounts and financial statements863

8.5A.27Returns to the Commission864

Part 6General compliance requirements865

Division 1Banking and records865

8.6.1Banking865

8.6.2Records866

Division 2Ongoing notification requirements867

8.6.3Change in situation of person or associate867

Part 7Reviews869

8.7.1Tribunal reviews869

Part 8General870

8.8.1Refusal to issue licence or permit870

Chapter 9Onboard gaming872


9.1.1Purpose872

9.1.2Definitions872

9.1.3Application of Chapter873

Part 2Application of Tasmanian Act874

9.2.1Tasmanian Act applies as law of Victoria874

9.2.2Amendment of Schedules874

Part 3Further provisions regulating onboard gaming875

Division 1Legality of onboard gaming875

9.3.1Legality of onboard gaming875

9.3.2Non-applicability of other laws875

Division 2Conduct of onboard gaming876

9.3.3Limit on number of gaming machines876

9.3.4Unlawful interference with gaming equipment876


Division 3Taxes878

9.3.6Revenue-sharing agreement878

Part 4Suspension of Chapter879

9.4.1Suspension of Chapter879

Chapter 9ALicensing of gaming industry employees880


9A.1.2Authority conferred by a gaming industry employee's licence880

9A.1.3Gaming industry employees to be licensed882

9A.1.4Application for gaming industry employee's licence883

9A.1.5Determination of application884

9A.1.6Conditions of gaming industry employee's licence884

9A.1.7Appeal885

9A.1.8Identification of gaming industry employee886

9A.1.9Provisional licence887

9A.1.10Duration of gaming industry employee's licence888

9A.1.11Renewal of gaming industry employee's licence888

9A.1.12Disciplinary action889

9A.1.13Suspension of gaming industry employee's licence in connection with criminal proceedings891

9A.1.14Effect etc. of suspension891

9A.1.15Return of licence on suspension or cancellation892

9A.1.16Termination of employment on suspension or cancellation of licence892

9A.1.17Licensee to provide information relating to licence892

9A.1.18Compulsory training for certain gaming industry employees893

9A.1.19Venue operator may perform duties of gaming industry employee896

9A.1.20Volunteers at bingo centres896

9A.1.21Casino employees897

9A.1.22Change in situation of licensees898

Chapter 10Administration and enforcement899

Part 1The Commission's functions899

Division 1General functions899

10.1.4Functions of Commission899

10.1.5AStandards for approvals of technical equipment and systems902

10.1.5BStandards relating to certain matters903

10.1.5COperational requirements904

Division 6Confidentiality907


10.1.30General duty of confidentiality909

10.1.31Disclosure in legal proceedings910

10.1.32Other permitted disclosures910

10.1.33Aggregation of statistical information912

10.1.34Third party disclosures913

Part 1AThe Minister and the Secretary914

10.1A.1Nomination of assistants and advisers914

10.1A.2Directions to licence holders to provide information for policy development914

Part 2Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council916

10.2.1Minister may establish Responsible Gambling Ministerial Advisory Council916

10.2.2Function of Council916

Part 2AReview Panel917



Division 2Establishment and functions919

10.2A.2Establishment of Review Panel919

10.2A.3Functions and powers of Review Panel919

Division 3Membership of Review Panel922

10.2A.4Membership of Review Panel922

10.2A.5Chairperson922

10.2A.6Other members923

10.2A.7Vacancies and resignation923

10.2A.8Acting chairperson924

Division 4Procedure of Review Panel925

10.2A.9Meetings925

10.2A.10Reports926

10.2A.11Publication of Review Panel reports926

10.2A.12Direction in response to Review Panel's reports929

Part 3Funds930

Division 1Community Support Fund930

10.3.1Community Support Fund930

10.3.2Payments into Community Support Fund930

10.3.3Payments from the Community Support Fund930

10.3.3AAdditional payment from the Community Support Fund932

Division 2Mental Health Fund933

10.3.4Mental Health Fund933

10.3.5Payments into the Mental Health Fund933

10.3.6Payments from the Mental Health Fund933

Part 4Investigations and information gathering by the Commission934

Division 1Investigation of applications934


10.4.2Investigation of application935

10.4.3Photographs, finger prints and palm prints937

10.4.4Police inquiry and report938

10.4.5Commission may require further information etc.940

10.4.6Updating of application942

10.4.7Costs of investigating applications944

Division 1AInvestigations of registrations of interest and applications for wagering and betting licence and keno licence945

10.4.7ADefinitions945

10.4.7BInvestigations and inquiries946

10.4.7CPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints947

10.4.7DPolice inquiry and report948

10.4.7ECommission may require further information949

10.4.7FUpdating information950

10.4.7GCosts of investigating951

10.4.7HService agreement951

10.4.7HAPowers of Secretary952

Division 1BInvestigations of transfers of monitoring licence, wagering and betting licence and keno licence and temporary licensing952

10.4.7IDefinitions952

10.4.7JInvestigations and inquiries953

10.4.7KPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints954

10.4.7LPolice inquiry and report954

10.4.7MCommission may require further information955

10.4.7NUpdating information956

10.4.7OCosts of investigating957

Division 1CInvestigations of persons for suitability for invitation, and to apply, for monitoring licence958

10.4.7PDefinitions958

10.4.7QInvestigations and inquiries958

10.4.7RPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints960

10.4.7SPolice inquiry and report961

10.4.7TCommission may require further information962

10.4.7UUpdating information963

10.4.7VCosts of investigating964

10.4.7WService agreement964

10.4.7XPowers of Secretary965

Division 1DInvestigations of applications for monitoring licence965

10.4.7YDefinitions965

10.4.7ZInvestigations and inquiries966

10.4.7ZAPhotographs, finger prints and palm prints967

10.4.7ZBPolice inquiry and report968

10.4.7ZCCommission may require further information969

10.4.7ZDUpdating information970

10.4.7ZECosts of investigating970

10.4.7ZFService agreement971

10.4.7ZGPowers of Secretary971

Division 2General investigatory powers of Commission971


10.4.10Provision of information973

Division 3Information gathering for law enforcement purposes974

10.4.11Information gathering for law enforcement purposes974

Part 4AMonitoring of relationships with associates977

Division 1Interpretation977


10.4A.2Relevant interests978

10.4A.3References to the Corporations Act978

Division 2Notifications in relation to associates979

10.4A.4Change in situation of gambling industry participants, associatesetc.979

10.4A.5Notification of Commission of persons who are likely to become associates979

10.4A.6Notification of Commission of persons who have become associates979

Division 3Commission approval980

10.4A.7Prior Commission approval required before certain persons become associates980

Division 4Termination of associations, warnings and undertakings981

10.4A.8Termination of association981

10.4A.9Written warnings and undertakings in relation to conduct of associates982

Division 5Forfeiture and sale of shares in gambling industry participants983

10.4A.10Disposal, forfeiture etc. of shares983

10.4A.11Sale of forfeited shares985

Division 6Investigations for purposes of Divisions4 and5985

10.4A.12Investigation of associates and others985

10.4A.13Provision of information to Commission986

10.4A.14Reports to Minister988

Part 5Compliance and enforcement989

Division 1Inspectors989

10.5.4Police may perform functions of inspectors989

10.5.5Responsibilities of inspectors while on duty989

Division 2Functions of inspectors990

10.5.7Functions of inspectors990

10.5.8Right of entry990

10.5.9Powers of inspectors991

10.5.10Power to require names and addresses993

10.5.11Inspector to investigate complaints993

10.5.12Search warrants994

10.5.13Announcement before entry996

10.5.14Copy of warrant to be given to occupier or person in charge of vehicle996

10.5.14ASearch and seizure powers under section 2.6.2 not affected997

Division 3Offences997

10.5.15Offences relating to obstruction of inspectors997

10.5.16False or misleading information999

10.5.17Impersonation of inspectors or commissioners999

10.5.18Bribery of authorised person1000

10.5.19Protection against self-incrimination1001

Division 4Infringement notices1002

10.5.20Power to serve a notice1002

10.5.21Prescribed infringement penalty1002

10.5.27Proof of prior convictions1002

Division 5Forfeiture1004

10.5.28Forfeiture1004

10.5.29Seizure and forfeiture of equipment1004

Division 6Prosecutions and evidentiary provisions1006

10.5.30Offences by bodies1006

10.5.31Proceedings1006

10.5.32Evidence1007

Part 6Self exclusion programs and Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1009

Division 1Self-exclusion programs1009

10.6.1Ministerial directions as to requirements of self-exclusion programs1009

10.6.2Self-exclusion program additional requirements1009

10.6.3Approval of self-exclusion program1010

10.6.4Obligation on venue operators if requirements in respect of self-exclusion program change1010

10.6.4AVenue operator may apply to Commission to approve amended self-exclusion program1011

Division 2Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1011

10.6.5Definition1011

10.6.6Ministerial directions as to requirements of Responsible Gambling Codes of Conduct1012

10.6.7Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct additional requirements1013

10.6.8Approval of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct1013

10.6.9Obligation on relevant persons if requirements in respect of Responsible Gambling Code of Conduct change1014

10.6.9ARelevant person may apply to Commission to approve amended Code of Conduct1015


10.6.10Reports to Minister1015

Part 7Minors1017


10.7.2Application of Part1019

10.7.3Offences in respect of allowing a minor to gamble1020

10.7.4Offence to assist minor to gamble1021

10.7.5Offence by minor to gamble1021

10.7.6Offences in respect of minors in a gaming machine area or casino1021

10.7.7Offence by minor to enter gaming machine area or casino1022

10.7.8Offence by minor using false evidence of age1022

10.7.9Notices to be displayed1023

10.7.10Supervision of vending machines1023

10.7.11No offence if gambling employee a minor1023

10.7.12Defences1024

10.7.13Proof of age may be required1024

Chapter 11General1026

Part 1Administrative provisions1026

Division 1Service of documents1026

11.1.1Service of documents on Commission1026

11.1.2Service of documents on other persons1026

Division 2Records and forms1027

11.1.3Records not kept in writing1027

11.1.4Sufficient compliance with approved forms1027


11.1.5Destruction of finger prints and palm prints1028

11.1.6Refund of fees1029

11.1.7Supreme Courtlimitation of jurisdiction1029

11.1.8No entitlement to or legitimate expectation of licence1029

Part 2Regulations1031

11.2.1Regulations1031

Chapter 12Amendments, repeals and transitional and other provisions1034

Part 2Transitional provisions1035

12.2.1Transitional provisions1035

Part 3Tattersall's1036

12.3.1Definition1036

12.3.2Transfer of Trustees' gaming operator's licence1036

12.3.3Transfer of Trustees' public lottery licence1038

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Schedules1042

Schedule 1Subject matter for regulations1042

Schedule 2Modifications of Tasmanian Act1052

Schedule 3Modifications of Tasmanian regulations1055

Schedule 4Forms for Chapter 21056

Schedule 7Transitional provisions1060

Endnotes1158

1General information1158

2Table of Amendments1159

3Amendments Not in Operation1169

4Explanatory details1170

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Version No. 063


No. 114 of 2003

Version incorporating amendments as at1 July 2015

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The Parliament of Victoria enacts as follows:

Chapter 1Preliminary

1.1Purpose, objectives and outline

S. 1.1(1) amended by No. 58/2011 s.69(1).

(1)The main purpose of this Act is to re-enact and consolidate the law relating to various forms of gambling.

(2)The main objectives of this Act are

(a)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;

S. 1.1(2)(ab) inserted by No. 71/2008 s.3(a).

(ab)to ensure that minors are neither encouraged to gamble nor allowed to do so;

(b)to ensure that gaming on gaming machines is conducted honestly;

S.1.1(2)(c) amendedby No.58/2009 s.112(1).

(c)to ensure that the management of gaming equipment and monitoring equipment is free from criminal influence and exploitation;

(d)to ensure that other forms of gambling permitted under this or any other Act are conducted honestly and that their management is free from criminal influence and exploitation;

(e)to ensure that

S. 1.1(2)(e)(i) substituted by No. 71/2008 s.3(b).

(i)community and charitable gaming benefits the community or charitable organisation concerned;

(ii)practices that could undermine public confidence in community and charitable gaming are eliminated;

(iii)bingo centre operators do not act unfairly in providing commercial services to community or charitable organisations;

(f)to promote tourism, employment and economic development generally in the State.

(3)In outline, this Act

(a)generally prohibits gambling and activities relating to gambling unless authorised under this Act or the Casino Control Act 1991;

(b)provides for the conduct under licence of gaming on gaming machines at approved venues and the casino;

(c)provides for the licensing of wagering and betting competitions, including on-course wagering;

S. 1.1(3)(d) amended by No. 64/2014 s.3.

(d)provides for the conduct under licence of public lotteries and the conduct of trade promotion lotteries;

(e)provides for the conduct of club keno games;

(f)provides for the conduct under licence of interactive gaming;

S.1.1(3)(g) amendedby No.58/2009 s.112(2).

(g)provides for the conduct of activities authorised under Chapter 8 by community or charitable organisations;

(h)provides for the licensing of bingo centre operators and employees;

S.1.1(3)(i) amendedby No.58/2009 s.112(3).

(i)provides for the conduct of gaming and conduct of monitoring on board ships travelling between Victoria and Tasmania;

S. 1.1(3)(j) substituted by No. 58/2011 s.69(2).

(j)confers functions and powers and imposes duties on the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation to oversee gambling in Victoria;

S. 1.1(3)(k) repealedby No.104/2004 s.40(a), new s.1.1(3)(k) inserted by No. 11/2007 s.4(a).

(k)establishes a Review Panel to report to the Minister on certain processes;

(l)provides for the appointment of inspectors and inspection powers to ensure compliance with the Act;

(m)sets out offences;

(n)repeals 8 existing Acts that prohibit or regulate various forms of gambling, amends the Casino Control Act 1991 and makes consequential amendments to other Acts.

(4)Subsection (3) is intended only as a guide to readers as to the general scheme of this Act.

1.2Commencement

S. 1.2(1) amendedby No. 45/2004 s.15.

(1)This Chapter and section 12.1.4 come into operation on the day after the day on which this Act receives the Royal Assent.

S. 1.2(2) amendedby No. 45/2004 s.16(1).

(2)Subject to subsections (2A), (3) and (4), the remaining provisions of this Act come into operation on a day or days to be proclaimed.

S. 1.2(2A) insertedby No. 45/2004 s.16(2).

(2A)Section 3.6.12 comes into operation on 1July 2004.

(3)Section 12.1.5 comes into operation on 1 July 2009.

S. 1.2(4) amendedby No. 45/2004 s.16(3).

(4)If a provision referred to in subsection (2) (other than section 3.6.12 or 12.1.5) does not come into operation before 1July 2005, it comes into operation on that day.

1.3Definitions

(1)In this Act

S. 1.3(1) def.of AFL footy tipping competition substitutedby No. 54/2006 s.3(a), amendedby Nos22/2005 s.6(2), 72/2007 s.51(a).

AFL footy tipping competition means a lottery in which the prizes are distributed on the basis of results of matches in the Australian Football League and in accordance with the lottery rules for the lottery;

S. 1.3(1) def.of aircraft insertedby No. 25/2009 s.12.

aircraft means a machine or structure used or intended to be used for navigation of the air;

S.1.3(1) def.of alternative cash access facility insertedby No. 32/2012 s.3(1).

alternative cash access facility means a facility that

(a)enables a person to debit his or her funds without a person employed or engaged by a venue operator enabling the debit of those funds; and

(b)issues a receipt or other authority requiring the venue operator to pay to that person cash representing the amount debited;

amusement machine means

(a)any machine, device, contrivance or electronic apparatus operated for pecuniary consideration for the purpose of playing games which involve the activation or manipulation of the machine, device, contrivance or electronic apparatus to achieve a preset, programmed, designated or otherwise defined score, object or result; and

(b)any machine, device, contrivance or electronic apparatus prescribed as an amusement machine;

S. 1.3(1) def. of approved betting competition substitutedby No. 18/2007 s.4(b).

approved betting competition means a betting competition approved by the Minister under section 4.5.3 or the Commission under section 4.5.6;

S. 1.3(1) def. of approved betting event insertedby No. 18/2007 s.4(a).

approved betting event has the meaning given in section 4.5.1;

S. 1.3(1) def. of approved bookmaker insertedby No. 45/2004 s.17(b), repealedby No. 73/2008 s.18(1).

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S. 1.3(1) def.of approved bookmaking company repealedby No. 73/2008 s.18(1).

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approved gaming machine means a gaming machine of a type approved by the Commission under section 3.5.4;

approved racing club means a club, society or other association the rules of which are approved under section 26 of the Racing Act 1958;

approved venue means premises

(a)to which a venue operator's licence applies; and

(b)in respect of which an approval is in force under Part 3 of Chapter 3;

associate has the meaning given in section1.4;

S. 1.3(1) def. of approved bookmaker repealedby No. 45/2004 s.17(a).

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S.1.3(1) def.of authorised deposit-taking institution repealedby No.64/2014 s.4(a).

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authorised person means

(a)a commissioner; or

(b)an inspector; or

(c)a person appointed under subsection(3);

S. 1.3(1) def.of authorising officer inserted by No. 29/2009 s.4(1), amended by Nos 20/2012 s.226(Sch. 5 item 14(a)), 9/2013 s.42(Sch. 2 item 10).

authorising officer, of a club that is

(a)a company, means the company's secretary;

(b)a co-operative (within the meaning of the Cooperatives National Law (Victoria)), means the secretary of the co-operative;

(c)an incorporated association (within the meaning of the Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012), means the secretary of the association;

S. 1.3(1) def.of betting contract inserted by No. 29/2009 s.44(1).

betting contract means a contract, arrangement or understanding

(a)to make a bet; or

(b)to enter into betting or take a share or interest in another transaction that involves a bet;

S. 1.3(1) def.of betting exchange inserted by No. 29/2009 s.44(1).

betting exchange means a facility, electronic or otherwise, that provides a mechanism through wh

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