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Fines for organiser and others involved in an illegal gaming house
25 July 2025
Media release
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.
Casino licensee found suitable by the Racing and Gaming Minister
8 July 2025
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.
Cross-agency cooperation will target criminal activity in gambling industry
9 April 2025
Three key Western Australian agencies have joined forces to bolster the integrity and monitoring of the gambling industry in the state.
Consistent Gambling Messaging Notice 2025
24 March 2025
Reducing harm caused by online wagering to Australian wagering customers
Approved Responsible Service of Online Gambling Training Notice 2025
24 March 2025
Reducing harm caused by online wagering to Australian wagering customers
New Chair appointed to the Gaming and Wagering Commission
26 March 2024
Media release
The government has announced the appointment of highly respected former Deputy Police Commissioner Gary Dreibergs for a three-year term.
Gaming house busts send strong message to illegal operators
14 February 2024
Media release
Organisers and players involved in illegal gaming houses are being warned of the serious consequences they could face if caught breaking WA’s gaming laws.
Gaming and Wagering Commission Chair to depart
18 December 2023
The State Government has announced Dr Michael Schaper has resigned as Chair of the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC).
Gaming and Wagering Commission
16 October 2023
Bulletin 2/2023
Gaming and Wagering Commission
26 July 2023
Bulletin 1/1023
New independent Chair of Gaming and Wagering Commission
23 February 2023
The State Government has announced Dr Michael Schaper as the new independent Chair of the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC) — an appointment in response to the Perth Casino Royal Commission (PCRC).
State Government appoints 2 new Gaming and Wagering Commission members
4 July 2022
Racing and Gaming Minister Dr Tony Buti has appointed 2 new members to the Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC), bringing the total number of appointees this year to 4.
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