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'Ask for Angela' safer venues campaign launched in WA
28 January 2026
The WA Government has launched the 'Ask for Angela' initiative in partnership with key industry organisations in the Perth and Northbridge Protected Entertainment Precinct (PEP).
Independent Review Terms of Reference
22 January 2026
The terms of reference for the review into the governance and sustainability of WA racing have been released.
Gazetted Extended Trading
21 January 2026
The Director of Liquor Licensing understands that certain times of the year bring increased demand for packaged liquor, and increased liquor consumption on licensed premises, along with community expectations to access packaged liquor and licensed premises.
Call out to clients of bookmaker following licence termination
16 January 2026
Bookmaker licence termination notice.
Review into governance and sustainability of WA racing
31 December 2025
The WA Government is commencing an independent review to ensure the Western Australian racing industry has a framework for long-term financial sustainability.
2025 Changes to the Liquor Control Act 1988
12 December 2025
Changes to the Liquor Control Act
LGIRS office closure - December and January
10 December 2025
Christmas and new year closure period 2025-26
BudgetBet clients paid out owed money
4 December 2025
Media release
107 BudgetBet customers to receive more than 86 per cent of claim entitlement
New casino carded play set to reduce gambling harm
22 October 2025
Media release
The rollout of mandatory carded play at the casino marks the delivery of a major recommendation from the Perth Casino Royal Commission.
WA Government launches Gambling Harm Awareness Week campaign
20 October 2025
Western Australians are being urged to start a conversation during this year’s Gambling Harm Awareness Week (GHAW) to help normalise discussions about gambling.
New changerooms at Ascot for next generation of female riders
13 October 2025
Media release
Facilities for female jockeys at Ascot Racecourse have received a major upgrade as part of the Western Australian Government's commitment to racing.
Million-dollar Golden Saddle kicks off new era for Goldfields' racing
6 October 2025
Media release
The inaugural Golden Saddle slot race was run and won in Kalgoorlie-Boulder on 4 October 2025 after the WA Government's commitment of $1.5 million to establish the new regional racing drawcard.
Extra resources bolster the Gaming and Wagering Commission
1 September 2025
Media release
The WA Government has expanded the capacity and capability of the Gaming and Wagering Commission of Western Australia (GWC) to support its role as a regulator of the State's gaming and wagering industry.
Communique — 2025 Australasian Racing Ministers Conference
28 August 2025
On 15 August 2025, Racing Ministers met at the annual Australasian Racing Ministers’ Conference (ARMC), which was held in Broome in Western Australia and provided a valuable opportunity to consider issues affecting the Australian and New Zealand racing industries.
Racegoers flock to WA’s north west for Broome Cup
18 August 2025
Thousands of horse racing enthusiasts gathered in the State’s north west on Saturday for the Broome Cup, the Kimberley’s showcase racing event.
Dealer licence suspended and cash seized at an illegal home casino
8 August 2025
Gaming authorities have raided a private home in Marangaroo where it’s alleged an illegal game of Baccarat was underway at a makeshift casino.
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