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ARTICLE · 31 DECEMBER 2013

Victoria is the first Australian state to introduce a pre-commitment scheme for gaming machines.

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New legislation will require all venue operators to link to a state-wide pre-commitment system by 1 December 2015.

AustraliaMedia, Telecoms, IT, Entertainment
Jamie Nettleton
Jamie Nettleton
Kate Eaglen
Kate Eaglen

Type : Focus Paper

On 12 December 2013, Victoria passed the Gambling Regulation Amendment (Pre-commitment) Bill 2013 (the Bill), making it the first Australian jurisdiction to introduce a pre-commitment scheme for gaming machines. The Bill, which is awaiting assent, requires that all venue operators link to a state-wide pre-commitment system by 1 December 2015.

The Bill provides for a 'double voluntary' pre-commitment scheme, making it voluntary for players to:

  • use the scheme; and
  • set a limit.

The pre-commitment system will, however, be mandatory and must be installed on all gaming machines installed at gaming venues in Victoria.

Gambling Regulation Amendment (Pre-commitment) Bill

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