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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.
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.
Thousands of horse racing enthusiasts gathered in the State’s north west on Saturday for the Broome Cup, the Kimberley’s showcase racing event.
Gaming authorities have raided a private home in Marangaroo where it’s alleged an illegal game of Baccarat was underway at a makeshift casino.
Respected former Western Australian Government Minister Bill Johnston and Town of Victoria Park Mayor Karen Vernon have been appointed to the Burswood Park Board, which manages the 53-hectare parkland on the banks of the Swan River.
Three men have been fined by the Perth Magistrate Court for their involvement in an illegal common gaming house in Mount Lawley which was raided in April 2023.
Racing and Gaming Minister Paul Papalia has found Crown Perth to be a suitable licensee to operate the Perth Casino. The finding was made as recommended by the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC) of Western Australia pursuant to section 21Q of the Casino Control Act 1984.
Work is already underway at the Geraldton Turf Club as part of the WA Government’s commitment to invest $25.2 million dollars to upgrade regional racecourses and support the State’s racing industry in the regions.
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.
Three key Western Australian agencies have joined forces to bolster the integrity and monitoring of the gambling industry in the state.
With the summer sports season coming to an end, it’s an ideal time for licensees at clubs to review policies and guidelines to know their limits and boundaries ahead of the wind-ups and annual dinners.
Licensees planning a special event for Good Friday have the opportunity to apply for an occasional liquor licence and trade without the requirement for liquor to be sold or supplied alongside a meal.
Renewing and applying for liquor licenses, permits, conditions including fees and charges.
Certain applications are required to be advertised for a specified period, allowing for the public to obtain more details about the application or the objection process.
Licence types, trading hours, approved managers, restrictions and information for licensees.
Help for individuals to apply to become an approved manager, renew or replace your card.
Policies to ensure responsible regulation of the hospitality industry.
The commission reviews decisions and complaints in accordance with the Liquor Control Act.
Mandatory training requirements for licensees, approved managers and employees.
Some restrictions apply in areas of Western Australia.
Relevant legislation for the gaming and wagering industry.
Ensuring that community gaming stakeholders and the industry meet their regulatory obligations.
Administering the law relating to gaming and wagering.
Casino application forms
The RPAT is an impartial judicial forum for the racing industry.
Renewing and applying for licences, permits, conditions including fees and charges.
Requirements of betting operators who use or publish WA race fields as part of their wagering operations.
Permits, guides and information for gaming activities in Western Australia.
Addressing and trying to prevent gambling-related harm in WA.
Telephone 61 8 6551 4888Freecall 1800 634 541 (WA country callers only)Email rgl@dlgsc.wa.gov.au