Gaming Machine Act 1991

The commissioner must consider an increase application (gaming machines) received by the commissioner before approving, or refusing to approve, the application.

In considering the increase application, the commissioner may, by written notice given to the applicant, require the applicant, within a reasonable time stated in the notice, to give the commissioner further information or a document that is necessary and reasonable to help the commissioner consider the application.

Also, in considering the increase application, the commissioner—

must have regard to—

the increased number of gaming machines sought in the application; and

any supporting material for the application; and

any relevant community comments on the application; and

may have regard to—

the monthly taxable metered win of gaming machines currently operated on the premises; and

the size and layout of, and facilities on, the premises, together with any proposed changes to, or relocation of, the gaming machine areas of the premises; and

the nature or character of the premises; and

the general use of the premises or the enjoyment of persons using the premises; and

the public interest; and

any other matters the commissioner considers relevant.