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Changes to online gambling harm advertising

Apr 9, 2025
In line with the Australian government's National Consumer Protection Framework (NCPF) for Online Wagering, the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC) has changed the messages online bookmakers must use to inform consumers about the potential harms associated with gambling.
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Cross-agency cooperation will target criminal activity in gambling industry

Apr 9, 2025
Three key Western Australian agencies have joined forces to bolster the integrity and monitoring of the gambling industry in the state.
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Landmark legislation to strengthen compliance powers

Dec 17, 2024
The Perth Casino Royal Commission found flaws in operating behaviour and levels of compliance monitoring and enforcement, so late last month it was great to see the Parliament of Western Australia pass legislation to address the findings of the detailed probe.
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Trust a winner for WA community

Dec 17, 2024
Forgetting to claim your winnings is not an ideal situation, but those unclaimed winnings can have a positive outcome for the local community.

Gambling Harm Awareness Week 2024

Oct 21, 2024
Today marks the start of Gambling Harm Awareness Week for 2024.
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Spot the signs and show gambling who’s boss

Nov 8, 2021
As Responsible Gambling Awareness Week (RGAW) kicks off today, the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries is encouraging Western Australians to recognise the warning signs before gambling becomes a problem.
Responsible Gambling Awareness Week 19-25 October

Partnership provides support to problem gamblers

Oct 19, 2020
As Responsible Gambling Awareness Week kicks off for another year, Western Australians are reminded that support is available for those experiencing gambling related harm.
Page reviewed 23 August 2023