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5 articles

20 Feb 2026

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.

Editorial Desk · 7 min read
13 Feb 2026

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…

Editorial Desk · 6 min read
10 Feb 2026

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…

Editorial Desk · 6 min read
2 Feb 2026

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…

Editorial Desk · 7 min read
31 Jan 2026

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…

Editorial Desk · 6 min read