The department will be closed from Monday 26 December 2022 to Monday 2 January 2023. We will respond to queries in the New Year. Best wishes for a safe and happy Christmas and New Year.
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A $10 betting limit for Electronic Gaming Machines (EGMs) will be enforced at Crown Casino from 1 July 2023.
Laws to enhance safety in Western Australia's popular entertainment precincts by banning perpetrators of violent or threatening behaviour have passed through Parliament.
Western Australia's small bars — which transformed laneways, activated entertainment precincts, and gave rise to a more sophisticated drinking culture — have celebrated their 15th year.
On health advice, Western Australia’s State of Emergency for the COVID-19 pandemic ended at 12.01am, the morning of Friday 4 November 2022. As a result, the Liquor Control (Section 31) Notice expired at this time.
The State Government has introduced the Liquor Control Amendment (Protected Entertainment Precincts) Bill 2022 in Parliament.
With Gambling Harm Awareness Week 2022 kicking off today, Western Australians are being encouraged to recognise the warning signs of gambling-related harm and seek help.
The State Government has appointed the Independent Monitor to oversee remediation at Perth's casino following the Royal Commission Final Report handed down earlier this year.
A consultation on options to strengthen the Banned Drinkers Register (BDR) has been launched after an independent evaluation of the scheme’s trial in the Pilbara.
Proposed new legislation will exclude convicted offenders and perpetrators of antisocial behaviour in designated Protected Entertainment Precincts from entering those areas.
Western Australia’s hospitality and bar scene will receive a major boost thanks to the State Government’s one-off extended trading permits policy for the upcoming 2022 FIFA World Cup football (soccer) games.
Licensees are advised that the permitted trading hours on Thursday 22 September 2022 will be the same as any other Thursday.
Deadline for industry submissions extended until 1 September 2022.
Renewing and applying for liquor licenses, permits, conditions including fees and charges.
Certain applications are required to be advertised for a specified period, allowing for the public to obtain more details about the application or the objection process.
Licence types, trading hours, approved managers, restrictions and information for licensees.
Help for individuals to apply to become an approved manager, renew or replace your card.
Policies to ensure responsible regulation of the hospitality industry.
The commission reviews decisions and complaints in accordance with the Liquor Control Act.
Responsible service of alcohol, staff training and registered training organisations.
Some restrictions apply in areas of Western Australia.
Permits, guides and information for gaming activities in Western Australia.
Renewing and applying for licences, permits, conditions including fees and charges.
Betting operators who engage in or conduct betting on Western Australian races are authorised to publish/use Western Australian race fields.
Casino application forms
The RPAT is an impartial judicial forum for the racing industry.
Administering the law relating to gaming and wagering.
Ensuring that community gaming stakeholders and the industry meet their regulatory obligations.
Relevant legislation for the gaming and wagering industry.
Addressing the social and economic issues that result from problem gambling in WA.
Telephone 61 8 6551 4888Freecall 1800 634 541 (WA country callers only)Email rgl@dlgsc.wa.gov.au