Racing, gaming and liquor news

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New Chair appointed to the Gaming and Wagering Commission

26 March 2024

Media release

The government has announced the appointment of highly respected former Deputy Police Commissioner Gary Dreibergs for a three-year term.
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New community goes dry and 3 renew commitment

20 March 2024

Media release

An Aboriginal community in the Pilbara is the latest to ban alcohol and joins 3 north west communities renewing their commitment to being alcohol free.
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Reminder: Good Friday trading

14 March 2024
Under the Liquor Control Act 1988 (the Act), the specified trading hours for Good Friday are treated differently.
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Extended trading for public holidays

16 February 2024
As in past years the Director of Liquor Licensing (DLL), under the Liquor Control Act 1988, is issuing extended trading permits by way of a notice published in the Gazette for non-metropolitan liquor stores for selected Sundays in 2024.
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Liquor Control (Section 31) Notice 2023

16 February 2024
Issued under the Liquor Control Act 1988 sections 31 (4) and (7) and 60 by the Director of Liquor Licensing.
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Gaming house busts send strong message to illegal operators

14 February 2024

Media release

Organisers and players involved in illegal gaming houses are being warned of the serious consequences they could face if caught breaking WA’s gaming laws.
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“Show Cause” notice issued to Broome and Derby liquor licensees restrictions

8 January 2024
On 8 January 2024, the Director of Liquor Licensing (DLL) issued ‘show-cause’ notices to licensees in respect of 37 licensed premises in the Kimberley towns of Broome and Derby outlining proposed liquor sales restrictions under Section 64 of the Liquor Control Act 1988 (the Act). Separate notices proposed different restrictions for the two towns.
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Gaming and Wagering Commission Chair to depart

18 December 2023
The State Government has announced Dr Michael Schaper has resigned as Chair of the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC).
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Mingullatharndo (Five Mile) goes dry to reduce alcohol-related harm

10 November 2023

Media release

Mingullatharndo (Five Mile) in the Pilbara has become the latest liquor restricted community in Western Australia in response to concerns raised by local leaders and as part of the State Government’s ongoing action to reduce alcohol-related harm.
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WA's strengthened Banned Drinkers Register passes Parliament

8 November 2023

Media release

New laws to strengthen the Banned Drinkers Register passed through Parliament yesterday to improve its effectiveness in reducing alcohol-related harm.
Montage of a roulette wheel, playing cards and other gaming equipment.

Gaming and Wagering Commission

16 October 2023
Bulletin 2/2023
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Rugby fans score with extended trading hours during World Cup

22 August 2023

Media release

Western Australian pubs and bars can apply for longer trading hours to show matches in the upcoming 2023 Rugby World Cup in a major win for fans of the sport.
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New regulations to stamp out sly grogging in Carnarvon

14 August 2023
New regulations have come into effect to stamp out sly grogging in Carnarvon, giving WA Police the power to immediately dispose of illegal alcohol when they stop and search a vehicle.
Montage of a roulette wheel, playing cards and other gaming equipment.

Gaming and Wagering Commission

26 July 2023
Bulletin 1/1023
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$10 betting cap now in force for electronic gaming machines on the main floor at Crown Casino Perth

25 July 2023

Media release

The State Government continues to deliver reforms addressing concerns raised by the Perth Casino Royal Commission (PCRC), particularly around reducing the risk of gambling-related harm.
Gaming Community Trust Grants up to $50,000

Unclaimed gambling winnings to fund worthy community projects

30 May 2023
Western Australian community projects will benefit from sharing in about $600,000 in unclaimed gambling winnings.
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