Online Policy
5 articles
Online gambling restrictions: what is permitted vs prohibited
Understanding the Interactive Gambling Act and state licensing frameworks for online wagering in Australia
Australia's Interactive Gambling Act draws a line between permitted and prohibited online gambling services. This article explains the legal framework and how it is enforced.
ACMA enforcement actions against illegal offshore gambling sites
The Australian Communications and Media Authority's ongoing campaign to block unlicensed gambling services
The Australian Communications and Media Authority continues to exercise its powers under the Interactive Gambling Act to investigate and block unlicensed offshore gambling services…
Cross-border online betting compliance challenges
How Australian regulators manage the complexities of licensed operators serving customers across state and territory boundaries
Australia's online betting market operates under a complex regulatory structure where operators licensed in one jurisdiction serve customers nationally, creating compliance challen…
Interactive Gambling Act amendments and enforcement history
A timeline and analysis of how Australia's primary online gambling legislation has evolved since 2001
The Interactive Gambling Act 2001 is the cornerstone of Australia's online gambling regulation. This article traces its legislative evolution, major amendments, and enforcement mil…
Northern Territory's role as a licensing hub for online wagering
How the Northern Territory became Australia's primary jurisdiction for licensing online wagering operators
The Northern Territory has become the predominant licensing jurisdiction for online wagering operators serving Australian customers. This article examines the historical, regulator…