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Acts/CWLTH· 2001

Interactive Gambling Act 2001

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In plain English

This Act regulates interactive gambling services offered to Australian consumers.

The Interactive Gambling Act 2001 regulates interactive gambling. It applies to businesses offering online gambling services. The Act restricts certain interactive gambling activities. It also establishes requirements for licensing and consumer protection. The Act came into force in 2001.

Why it matters

If your business offers online gambling services, this Act is crucial. Non-compliance can impact your operations. Understand your obligations to avoid potential issues.

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AI-assisted summary, grounded in the source link below. Generated 2026-05-23 via gemma3:12b.

Summary

Prohibits interactive gambling services + designated content services to AU customers — wagering carve-out. Strengthened 2017 + 2023.

Topics

gambling

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