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Permits, guides and information for gaming activities in Western Australia.
The department has forms and application kits relevant to gaming.
A permit may be issued to an organisation on the proviso that the purpose of raising funds is not for private gain or commercial undertaking.
You can apply for the following gaming applications through the online portal:
Apply for a licence through the online portal
Gaming permit forms to download, complete and submit.
Fees and charges are subject to change on 1 January each year.
Fees and charges
The department administers a rebate scheme, which is available to WA-based racing and gambling operations claiming GST payable on gross gambling margin.
GST rebate