Betting Control Act 1954

The Minister may grant a wagering licence on an application under section 10 if the Minister determines that the granting of the licence is in the public interest.

In particular, the Minister must consider the following —

whether the applicant, and each associate of the applicant, is of good repute;

whether the applicant has financial capacity to conduct a wagering business;

whether the applicant has the operational capability to conduct the activities to be authorised by the wagering licence;

whether the applicant has entered into a wagering licence agreement;

whether the applicant has entered into a racing industry arrangement;

any consumer protection policy proposed by the applicant;

any other matter the Minister considers relevant.

The Minister may request the advice of the Commission in determining the application.