Victorian Casino and Gaming Authority

Full description

Establishment

The Victorian Casino and gaming Authority (VCGA), which monitors and regulates the provision of gambling in Victoria, was established under part 8 of the Gaming and Betting Act 1994 and replaced the Victorian Gaming Commission (VA 4191) and Victorian Casino Control Authority (VA 4290).

Function and Responsibilities

The VCGA is responsible for the regulation of gaming, casino and wagering activities in Victoria. These responsibilities are set out in the Gaming and Betting Act 1994, Casino Control Act 1991, Gaming Machine Control Act 1991, Club Keno Act 1993, Casino (Management Agreement) Act 1993 and the Lotteries, Gaming and Betting Act 1966.

Specifically the responsibilities of the VCGA include:

* to ensure that gambling operations and wagering and approved betting competitions are conducted honestly and that the management and operation of approved gambling activities remains free from criminal influence and exploitation;

* to act as a source of advice to the Minister on gambling issues and ensure that the Governments policy on gambling is implemented;

* to fund research into, and advise the Minister on, the social impact of gambling; and

* to promote tourism, employment and economic development generally in Victoria through the administration of the above Acts.

Administration

The Victorian Casino Gaming Authority consists of a chairperson, a deputy chairperson and not more than eight other members. The members of the authority are appointed by the Governor-in-Council on the recommendation of the Minister.