You will need this approval to conduct gaming on your premises. Only the following licensed premises may be approved for gaming:
This approval authorises you to have a certain number of gaming machines (poker machines / slot machines) in your club or pub, in an approved area set aside specifically for gaming.
A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.
To be eligible for this approval, you must obtain a planning permit, from your local council, allowing the premises to be used for gaming.
Please consult the responsible agency for more information regarding eligibility requirements.
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Gambling Regulation Act 2003 Victoria
Gambling Regulations 2015 Victoria
Please note, your application must be given to your local council before being lodged with the agency. The local council must notify the agency whether it intends to make a submission within 37 days of being notified by the agency of your application. If they choose to make a submission, it must be made within 60 days of the notification.
Please note, your application must be given to your local council before being lodged with the agency.
The local council must notify the agency whether it intends to make a submission within 37 days of being notified by the agency of your application. If they choose to make a submission, it must be made within 60 days of the notification.
Department of Justice and Community Safety
Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission
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Planning Permits for Gaming Venues (Opens in new window)