The Melbourne Casino Operator (Crown) is regulated by a range of state and federal government regulators and law enforcement agencies. Our role is to regulate gambling and liquor licensees to minimise harm and ensure Victorians and visitors enjoy safe and responsible gambling and liquor environments.
Information about the process for gaming machine applications, including how to make a submission on an application.
Here at the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR), as part of our commitment to continuous improvement we’re making updates to a number of our gambling application forms.
Online or telephone betting operators providing interactive wagering and betting services to Victorian residents must comply with strict requirements regarding betting account deposit limits, restrictions on direct marketing and a ban on inducements for consumers to continue betting.
From 26 May 2019, online or telephone betting operators providing interactive wagering and betting services to Victorian residents must comply with strict new requirements regarding betting account deposit limits, restrictions on direct marketing and a ban on inducements for consumers to continue betting.
The Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR) prepares and publishes decisions and reasons for decisions in relation to certain gaming applications and disciplinary action proceedings.
Supervision charges for the 2017-18 financial year are now due for gaming venue operators. Penalties apply for late payment.
Gaming venue operators are urged to double check their permitted trading hours ahead of Good Friday and Anzac Day next month.
It is important for licensees/permittees to understand their obligations when it comes to people under 18 and recreational minor gaming activities such as raffles.
The VCGLR is committed to working with the gaming industry to help them understand the responsibilities that come with being a registered bookmaker’s key employee. This page is a starting point, but it's up to you to make sure you're aware of all your responsibilities as stated under the Gambling Regulation Act 2003 (the Act).
