AFL Orders Sportsbet to Remove AI-Generated Player Videos
Sportsbet has removed AI-generated videos featuring AFL players after concerns were raised about consent and commercial image rights. The dispute comes as Australia prepares for tighter gambling advertising restrictions.
Northern Territory Bill Targets Betting Bonuses and Young Adult Deposits
A bill introduced by Justine Davis would cap deposits for bettors aged 18–24, ban betting inducements and impose stronger harm-prevention duties on NT-licensed operators.
New South Wales Cracks Down on Pokies Venues Breaching Shutdown Rules
Liquor & Gaming NSW has fined two venues and issued further regulatory action following inspections targeting compliance with mandatory poker machine shutdown hours.
ACT Gambling Reforms to Ban Cash Withdrawals at Pokie Venues
The ACT plans to restrict cash withdrawals at pokie venues and introduce mandatory cashless gaming, alongside longer shutdown periods and fewer gaming machines.
Queensland Sports Club's 60-Pokie Plan Sparks Community Opposition
A Sunshine Coast sports club's application for 60 poker machines has sparked opposition over its proximity to homelessness and community support services.
The Star Sydney Licence Suspension Extended as Regulatory Oversight Continues
The Star Sydney will remain under independent management until June 2027 as regulators continue assessing whether the casino is suitable to regain control of its licence.
Crown Resorts Sues Insurer Over $72.5 Million Class Action Payout
Crown Resorts is seeking $22.5 million from RiverStone following a $72.5 million shareholder class action settlement.
Palmerbet Faces Enforcement Action After Self-Excluded Player Kept Betting
Australian bookmaker Palmerbet has entered into a court-enforceable undertaking after regulators found it allowed a BetStop-registered customer to continue gambling.
Aussie High Roller Wins Right to Pursue Royal Caribbean Over A$22,000 Casino Cruises
Australian casino player Mark Timothy Grant can continue his QCAT case against Royal Caribbean after five complimentary Casino Royale cruises worth A$22,040 were cancelled.
Dabble Fined AU$1 Million for Breaching Australia’s BetStop Rules
Dabble Sports has paid more than AU$1 million in penalties after Australia’s communications regulator found the bookmaker failed to properly protect customers registered with BetStop.