The department will be closed from Monday 23 December 2024 and will reopen on Thursday 2 January 2025. We will respond to queries in the new year. Best wishes for a safe and happy festive season.
A list of publications put out by the department's service areas.
For the year ended 30 June 2024.
Ensuring the integrity and fairness of gaming and wagering in Western Australia.
Gambling for most people is a form of entertainment that is enjoyed responsibly, however, for some people their gambling can lead to problems that may not only affect them individually, but also have an effect on their families and friends.
Information for permit holders.
For the year ended 30 June 2023.
Gaming and Wagering Commission of WA
This guideline explains how minimum bet limits apply for thoroughbred, greyhound and/or harness racing in Western Australia.
For the year ended 30 June 2022.
For the year ended 30 June 2021.
Gaming and Wagering Commission Act 1987 Section 101(1)(a)
For the year ended 30 June 2020.
For the year ended 30 June 2019.
WA Appendix to the Gaming Machine National Standard 2016
The purpose of this guideline is to clarify the legislative requirements surrounding gambling advertising and the offering of certain benefits, considerations or rewards (for example, inducements).
For Bingo permit holders.
General information for Standard Lotteries (raffles)
Guidance for cruise ships with onboard casino gaming facilities travelling through or docking in Western Australian waters.
Adoption of technical standards for electronic gaming machines (EGMs) as set out in the Gaming Machine National Standard.
Guidelines used by the Gaming and Wagering Commission (the Commission) in determining whether a game played by an electronic gaming machine (EGM) that is not a poker machine is authorised for use at the casino.
Guidance for casino operators and persons wishing to be employed as security officers by the casino operator as to the licensing requirements of the Gaming and Wagering Commission.