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Decisions 2012 to 2014

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The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) prepares and publishes decisions and reasons for decisions in relation to certain gaming applications and disciplinary action proceedings.

If you would like a copy of any of the decisions in a more accessible format, please contact us.

2012

EGM increase - Moonee Valley Hospitality Pty Ltd - Templestowe Hotel

On 21 December 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of the application by Moonee Valley Hospitality Pty Ltd for the amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines at the approved premises, the Templestowe Hotel.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Moonee Valley Hospitality Pty Ltd

EGM increase - Ferntree Gully Bowling Club Inc - Ferntree Gully Bowling Club

On 18 December 2012, the Commission finalised the decision on Ferntree Gully Bowling Club Inc's application for the amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines at the approved venue The application was granted.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Ferntree Gully Bowling Club Inc

EGM increase - Gida Construction Pty Ltd - Browns Corner Hotel

On 12 December 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of Gida Construction Pty Ltd's application for the amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines at the Browns Corner Hotel.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Gida Construction Pty Ltd

EGM increase - Wonthaggi Club

On 26 November, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of Wonthaggi Club's application to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines at the approved premises. The application was granted.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Wonthaggi Club

EGM increase - Craigieburn Sporting Club Inc

On 23 November 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on Craigieburn Sporting Club's application to increase the number of gaming machines at the approved premises. The application was granted subject to the conditions set out in paragraph 37 of the Reasons for Decision.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Craigieburn Sporting Club Inc.

On 21 December 2016, the Commission subsequently granted an application by Craigieburn Sporting Club Inc to amend the conditions that are outlined in the above decision. In particular, the Commission granted an extension to 10 November 2017 for the substantial completion of works at the Craigieburn Sporting Club. The Craigieburn Sporting Club Inc must further cease operation of the additional electronic gaming machines between 21 December 2016 and 10 November 2017.

On 6 December 2017, the Commission granted an application by Craigieburn Sporting Club Inc to extend the time for the substantial completion of works at the Craigieburn Sporting Club until 15 February 2018. Craigieburn Sporting Club Inc must not operate the additional electronic gaming machines until the works are substantially completed.

EGM increase - WGH Pty Ltd - Watergardens Hotel

On 5 November 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on WGH Pty Ltd's application for the amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines at the Watergardens Hotel.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - WGH Pty Ltd.

New premises - Pink Hill Hotel Pty Ltd - Terminus Hotel

On 27 September 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on Pink Hill Hotel Pty Ltd's application for the approval of gaming at the Terminus Hotel.

For the full Commission decision, download Gaming decision - new premises - Pink Hill Hotel Pty Ltd, and reasons for the decision Reasons for gaming decision - Pink Hill Hotel Pty Ltd.

New premises - Sale Community Bowls Club Inc - Lakeside Club

On 24 September 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on the application by Sale Community Bowls Club Inc, trading as Lakeside Club, for approval as a suitable gaming venue.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - new premises - Sale Community Bowls Club Inc.

EGM increase - Hoppers Crossing Sports Club Inc - Hoppers Crossing Sports Club

On 14 September 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on the application to amend the gaming venue operator's licence for Hoppers Crossing Sports Club Inc.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Hopper Crossing Sports Club Inc.

EGM increase - Maryborough Highland Society Inc - Traralgon Bowls Club

On 22 August 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on applications from Maryborough Highland Society Inc and Traralgon Bowls Club to amend their gaming venue operator's licences.

For the full Commission decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Maryborough Highland Society Inc, and reasons for the decision Reasons for gaming decision - Maryborough Highland Society Inc.

Commission hearing decision - Casa D'Abruzzo Club Inc - Casa D'Abruzzo Club

On 27 July 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on the application to amend the gaming venue operator's licence for the Casa D'Abruzzo Club.

For a full copy of the Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Casa D'Abruzzo Club Inc.

New premises - PJ Cook Investments Pty Ltd - Fyansford Hotel

On 13 July 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on PJ Cook Investments Pty Ltd's application for the approval of gaming at the Fyansford Hotel.
For the full Commission decision, download reasons for the decision Reasons for gaming decision – Fyansford Hotel Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Rhetro Pty Ltd - Birallee Tavern

On 11 July 2012, the Commission handed down its decision to grant an application to increase the number of electronic gaming machines at Birallee Tavern from 24 to 30.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Rhetro Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Whittlesea Bowls Club Inc - Whittlesea Bowls Club

On 30 May 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on the application to amend the gaming venue operator's licence for the Whittlesea Bowls Club.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Whittlesea Bowls Club Inc.

EGM increase - Epping RSL Sub-Branch Inc - Epping RSL

On 29 May 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on the application to amend the gaming venue operator's licence for the Epping RSL.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Epping RSL Sub-Branch Inc.

EGM increase - L'Unico Pty Ltd - L'Unico Hotel

On 9 May 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on the application to amend the gaming venue operator's licence for the L'Unico Hotel in Clayton.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - L'Unico Pty Ltd.

On 4 September 2013, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal varied the Commission’s decision on review and imposed additional conditions regarding the grant of the additional electronic gaming machines. A full copy of the tribunal’s decision and reasons for decision can be accessed here.

On 21 October 2015, the Commission subsequently granted an application by L’Unico Pty Ltd to amend the conditions that are outlined in the tribunal’s decision. In particular, the Commission granted an extension to 16 August 2016 for the substantial completion of works at the L’Unico Hotel.

EGM increase - Italian and Australian Social and Sporting Club of Gippsland Inc

On 11 April 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on the application to amend the gaming venue operator's licence for the Italian and Australian Social and Sporting Club of Gippsland. Details of the determination and decision can be viewed below.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Italian and Australian Social and Sporting Club of Gippsland Inc.

EGM increase - Cranbourne RSL Sub-Branch Inc - Cranbourne RSL

On 2 April 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision for the public inquiry held for the Cranbourne RSL.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Cranbourne RSL Sub-Branch Inc.

EGM increase - Wodonga Holdings Pty Ltd - Blazing Stump Hotel

On 2 April 2012, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision for the public inquiry held for the Wodonga Holdings Pty Ltd for the premises known as Blazing Stump Hotel.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - Gaming decision - EGM increase - Wodonga Holdings Pty Ltd.

2013

EGM increase - Tooradin & District Sports Club

On the 18 December 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Tooradin & District Sports Club to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, from 42 to 46.

The application has been granted.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Tooradin & District Sports Club

EGM increase - Vickers Willis Pty Ltd - The Torquay Hotel

On 23 October 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Vickers Willis Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, The Torquay Hotel, from 15 to 30.

The application has been granted.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Vickers Willis Pty Ltd.

New premises - Pakenham Racing Club Inc

On 27 November 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Pakenham Racing Club Inc for approval of a proposed premises to be located at the southwest corner of Bridge and Cardinia Roads, Officer as suitable for gaming with 60 electronic gaming machines.

The Commission approved the premises as suitable for gaming with 60 electronic gaming machines.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - new premises - Pakenham Racing Club Inc.

EGM increase - Bakers Arms Hotel Pty Ltd - Braybrook Hotel

On 31 October 2013, the Commission handed down its Decision in respect to the application by the Bakers Arms Hotel Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines from 31 to 50 at the approved venue, the Braybrook Hotel.

The application has been refused.

The Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision on 19 November 2013.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Bakers Arms Hotel Pty Ltd and Reasons for gaming decision - Bakers Arms Hotel Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Rumotel Pty Ltd - Tower Hotel

On Friday 4 October 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect to the application by Rumotel Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines, from 25 to 33, at the approved venue.

The application has been granted.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Rumotel Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Sunbury United Sporting Club

On 15 August 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of Sunbury United Sporting Club's application to amend its venue operator licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines, from 27 to 50, at the approved venue.

The application has been granted.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Sunbury United Sporting Club.

EGM increase - Bentleigh RSL Sub-Branch - Bentleigh RSL

On 18 July 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision with respect to an application by Bentleigh RSL Sub-Branch for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at the approved venue, the Bentleigh RSL, from 75 to 90.

The application has been granted.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Bentleigh RSL Sub-Branch.

EGM increase - Cranbourne Hotel Pty Ltd - The Settlement at Cranbourne

On 12 July 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by the Cranbourne Hotel Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at the approved venue, The Settlement at Cranbourne, from 44 to 52.

The application has been granted.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Cranbourne Hotel Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Spar Holdings Pty Ltd - Sugar Gum Hotel

On 5 July 2013, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (the Commission) handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Spar Holdings Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the Sugar Gum Hotel, from 50 to 70.

The Commission has granted the application.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase Spar Holdings Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Branbeau Pty Ltd - The Family Hotel

On 26 June 2013, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  (the Commission) handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Branbeau Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, The Family Hotel, from 20 to 28.

The Commission has granted the application with conditions.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Branbeau Pty Ltd.

New premises - Bridele Hotel Pty Ltd

On 7 June 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application from Bridele Hotel Pty Ltd for approval of the premises, Cardinia Park Hotel, as suitable to conduct gaming on 40 electronic gaming machines.

The Commission determined to grant the application subject to the following condition:

  • the applicant must make cash contributions of $45,000 per annum (adjusted annually to reflect increases to the CPI) and distribute the increased contributions in accordance with its proposal as set out in paragraph 19 of the Reasons for Decision from the date it commences to operate electronic gaming machines at the premises until 15 August 2022.

For a full copy of the decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - new premises - Bridele Hotel Pty Ltd

EGM increase - The Cranbourne Hotel Pty Ltd - The Settlement at Cranbourne

On 6 June 2013, the Commission handed down its decision in respect to the application by The Cranbourne Hotel Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at the approved venue, the Settlement at Cranbourne, from 44 to 52.

The application has been granted.

Please note that Reasons for the Decision will be provided within 28 days of today's date.

For a full copy of the decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - The Cranbourne Hotel Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Bairnsdale Bowls Club

On 15 May 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application from Bairnsdale Bowls Club to vary the number of gaming machines permitted at the approved premises, the Bairnsdale Bowls Club, from 25 to 26.

As this application related to an increase of less than 10 per cent, the Commission determined this matter without a public hearing.

The Commission determined to approve the application.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Bairnsdale Bowls Club.

EGM increase - Williamstown Football Club - Seagulls Nest

On 7 May 2013, the Commission finalised its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Williamstown Football Club to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at the approved venue, Seagulls Nest, from 61 to 66.

The Commission has granted the application.

For a full copy of the decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Williamstown Football Club.

EGM increase - McKinnon Hotels Pty Ltd - McKinnon Hotel

On 29 April 2013, the Commission finalised its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by McKinnon Hotels Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the McKinnon Hotel, from 19 to 45.

The Commission has granted the application subject to the conditions set out in paragraph 58 of the Reasons for Decision.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming Decision - EGM increase - McKinnon Hotels Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - S & J Bryant Developments Pty Ltd - Golf House Hotel

On 10 April 2013, the Commission finalised its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by S & J Bryant Developments Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at the approved venue, the Golf House Hotel, from 20 to 30.

The Commission has granted the application.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - S & J Bryant Developments Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Waurn Ponds Management Pty Ltd - Waurn Ponds Hotel

On 5 April 2013, the Commission finalised its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Waurn Ponds Management Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the Waurn Ponds Hotel, from 56 to 70.

The Commission has granted the application.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Waurn Ponds Management Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Phillip Island RSL Sub-Branch Inc - Phillip Island RSL

On 28 March 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Phillip Island RSL Sub-Branch Inc for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the Phillip Island RSL, from 53 to 58.

The Commission granted the application.

For a full copy of the decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Phillip Island RSL Sub-Branch Inc.

EGM increase - Dun-Ra Investments Pty Ltd - Sphinx Entertainment Centre

On 25 March 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Dun-Ra Investments Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the Sphinx Entertainment Centre, from 63 to 67.

The Commission has granted the application.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Dun-Ra Investments Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - The Cranbourne Hotel Pty Ltd - Craig's Royal Hotel

On 25 March 2013, the Commission finalised the decision on the Cranbourne Hotel Pty Ltd's application to amend the venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, Craig's Royal Hotel.

The Commission granted the application.

For a full copy of the decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - The Cranbourne Hotel Pty Ltd - Craigs Royal Hotel.

EGM increase - Collingwood Football Club Ltd - Coach and Horses

On 13 March 2013, the Commission finalised the decision on Collingwood Football Club Ltd's application to amend the venue operator's licence at the Coach and Horses, Ringwood. The application has been refused.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Collingwood Football Club Ltd and Reasons for gaming decision - Collingwood Football Club Ltd.

EGM increase - Yadnum Pty Ltd - Cove Hotel

On 18 February 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Yadnum Pty Ltd to amend the venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at the Cove Hotel, from 45 to 53.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Yadnum Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Kilmore Racing Club Pty Ltd - Kilmore Trackside

On 15 February 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Kilmore Racing Club Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the Kilmore Trackside, from 56 to 76.

The Commission granted the application.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Kilmore Racing Club Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - B & M Francis Hotel Pty Ltd - Greensborough Hotel

On 14 February 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by B & M Francis Hotel Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the Greensborough Hotel, from 24 to 30.

The Commission granted the application.

For a full copy of the Commission's decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - B & M Francis Hotel Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Twinpath Pty Ltd - Village Belle Hotel

On 10 January 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Twinpath Pty Ltd for the amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines at the Village Belle Hotel.

The application has been granted.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Twinpath Pty Ltd trading as Village Belle Hotel 10 January 2013.

New premises - Isle of Wight Hotel Pty Ltd - Continental Hotel

On 17 January 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of the application by Isle of Wight Pty Ltd for approval of the premises, the Continental Hotel, as suitable for gaming with 27 electronic gaming machines.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Isle of Wight Hotel Pty Ltd.

New premises - Micden Pty Ltd - Albion Hotel

On 10 January 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of the application by Micden Pty Ltd for approval of the Albion Hotel as suitable for gaming with 14 gaming machines.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - New Premises - Micden Pty Ltd.

New premises - Shepparton Club Inc - Shepparton Club

On 7 January 2013, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by the Shepparton Club Inc for approval of the premises, the Shepparton Club, as suitable for gaming. The application was heard and determined on 21 November 2012. The Commission approved the premises as suitable for gaming with 61 electronic gaming machines.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for decision, download Gaming decision - New premises - Shepparton Club Inc.

2014

EGM increase - Montmorency-Eltham RSL Sub-Branch Inc - Montmorency RSL

On 23 December 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in an application by Montmorency-Eltham RSL Sub-Branch Inc. for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the Montmorency RSL, Montmorency, from 35 to 50 electronic gaming machines.

The Commission has approved the application.

For a full copy of the Commission’s decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Montmorency-Eltham RSL Sub-Branch Inc.

Stay application - Geelong Amateur Arts Fund Inc

On 17 December 2014 the Commission handed down its reasons regarding a stay application on behalf of Geelong Amateur Arts Fund Inc for refusing to declare them as a community or charitable organisation, pending the determination of an appeal pursuant to section 8.3.5 of the Gambling Regulation Act 2003.

The Commission has determined to grant the stay application subject to certain conditions outline in paragraph 23 of the reasons.

The appeal hearing will be conducted on 3 and 4 February 2015.

For a full copy of the Commission’s decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - stay application - Geelong Amateur Arts Fund Inc.

EGM increase - RPH Pty Ltd - Roxburgh Park Hotel

On 11 November 2014 the Commission handed down its decision and reasons for decision in respect of an application by RPH Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the Roxburgh Park Hotel (Cnr Somerton and Pascoe Vale Roads, Coolaroo) from 71 to 80 electronic gaming machines.

The Commission has approved the application subject to the conditions set out in paragraph 72 of the reasons.

For a full copy of the Commission’s decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - RPH Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Benmara Pty Ltd - Bridge Inn Hotel

On 11 November 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Benmara Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at the approved venue, The Bridge Inn Hotel, 1425 Plenty Road, Mernda, from 40 to 60.

That the application be granted subject to the conditions set out at paragraph 83 of these Reasons for Decision.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Benmara Pty Ltd.

On 17 February 2016, the Commission subsequently granted an application by Benmara Pty Ltd to amend the conditions that are outlined in the above decision. In particular, the Commission granted an extension to 30 June 2017 for the substantial completion of Stage 1 Works and an extension to 31 December 2018 for the substantial completion of Stage 2 Works at the Bridge Inn Hotel.

EGM increase - Rubicon Hotel Motel Pty Ltd - Rubicon Hotel

On the 26 September 2014, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission  handed down its Reasons for Decision with respect to an application by Rubicon Hotel Motel Pty Ltd for amendment of its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, the Rubicon Hotel, Thornton from 16 to 25 electronic gaming machines.

The Commission has approved the application.

For a full copy of the Commission’s decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - Rubicon Hotel Motel Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Castello Pakenham Hotels Pty Ltd - Pakenham Hotel

On 9 September 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Castello Pakenham Hotels Pty Ltd. The application was to amend the venue operator's licence by increasing the number of electronic gaming machines at the Pakenham Hotel from 50 to 70.

The Commission granted the application, subject to the conditions outlined at paragraph 66 of the Reasons.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Castello Pakenham Hotels Pty Ltd.

On 29 June 2016, the Commission subsequently granted an application by Castello Pakenham Hotel Pty Ltd to amend the conditions that are outlined in the above decision. In particular, the Commission granted an extension to 30 September 2016 for the substantial completion of works at the Pakenham Hotel.

EGM increase - Dandenong Club Inc - Dandenong Club

On 8 September 2014, the Commission handed down its reasons for decision in respect of an application by the Dandenong Club Inc. The application was to amend the venue operator's licence by increasing the number of electronic gaming machines at the Dandenong Club from 94 to 103.

The application was granted.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Dandenong Club Inc.

EGM increase - Murray Downs Gold and Country Club Ltd - Swan Hill Club

On 20 August 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by the Murray Downs Gold and Country Club Ltd. The application was to amend the venue operator's licence by increasing the number of electronic gaming machines at the Swan Hill Club from 35 to 55.

The application has been granted.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Murray Downs Gold and Country Club Ltd.

EGM increase - Drayton Manor Pty Ltd - Foundry Hotel Complex

On 30 July 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Drayton Manor Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator's licence to increase the number of electronic gaming machines at the Foundry Hotel Complex from 25 to 45.

The application has been granted.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Drayton Manor Pty Ltd.

On 9 February 2017, the Commission subsequently granted an application by Drayton Manor Pty Ltd to amend the conditions that are outlined in the above decision. In particular, the Commission granted an extension to 31 March 2017 for the substantial completion of Stage 1 works, an extension to 31 December 2018 for the substantial completion of Stage 2 works and an extension to 31 December 2019 for the substantial completion of Stage 3 works at the Foundry Hotel Complex.

EGM increase - Castello Hotel Investments Pty Ltd - Victorian Tavern

On 30 June 2014, the Commission approved an application by Castello Hotel Investments Pty Ltd to increase the number of electronic gaming machines at the Victorian Tavern from 42 to 50.

For the full Commission decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Castello Hotel Investments Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Tamari Holdings Pty Ltd - Malvern Vale Club Hotel

On 16 June 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Tamari Holdings Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator’s licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at Malvern Vale Club Hotel from 30 to 38.

The application has been granted.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Tamari Holdings Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Rankindi Pty Ltd - Baxter Tavern Hotel Motel

On 20 May 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Rankindi Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator’s licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at Baxter Tavern Hotel Motel, Baxter from 30 to 45.

The application has been granted.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Rankindi Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Greyhound Promotions Pty Ltd - Greyhounds Entertainment

Please see attached the Commission's Decision and Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Greyhound Promotions Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator’s licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at Greyhounds Entertainment, Lightwood Road, Springvale from 93 to 102 EGMs.

The application has been refused.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Greyhound Promotions Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Sharay Investments Pty Ltd - Old Town 'N' Country Tavern

On 14 May 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Sharay Investments Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines operating at the Old Town 'N' Country Tavern, Wangaratta, from 29 to 35.

The application has been granted, subject to conditions.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Sharay Investments Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Hogans Shamrock Hotel Pty Ltd - Shamrock Hotel

On 1 April 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Hogans Shamrock Hotel Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines at the approved premises, Shamrock Hotel, from 45 to 65.

The application has been granted.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Hogans Shamrock Hotel Pty Ltd.

EGM increase - Lordhaven Pty Ltd - Albion Hotel

On 28 March 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Lordhaven Pty Ltd to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of gaming machines at the approved venue, the Albion Hotel, from 24 to 30.

The application has been granted, subject to conditions.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Lordhaven Pty Ltd.

On 10 June 2015, the Commission subsequently granted an application by Lordhaven Pty Ltd to amend the conditions that are outlined in the above decision. In particular, the Commission granted an extension to 30 June 2016 for the substantial completion of works at the Albion Hotel.

EGM increase - Footscray Football Club - Peninsula Club

On 28 March 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Footscray Football Club Limited to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, Peninsula Club, from 20 to 38.

The application has been granted.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Footscray Football Club.

Approval of badminton for sports betting - Badminton Australia

The Commission has approved badminton as a sports betting event. Badminton Australia and/or the Badminton World Federation control and regulate the sport, except for those competitions restricted to age groups younger than 18 years of age, and when those events are contested in the following tournaments:

  • Badminton World Championships
  • Badminton Super Series
  • The Uber Cup
  • The Sudirman Cup
  • The Badminton Grand Prix
  • Li Ning, Clendinnen Shield
  • Australian Closed Championships.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - approval of betting event - sport of badminton.

EGM increase - Noble Park RSL Sub-Branch Inc - Noble Park RSL

On 21 January 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Noble Park RSL Sub-Branch Inc to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, Noble Park RSL, from 30 to 35.

The application has been granted.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Noble Park RSL Sub-Branch Inc.

EGM increase - Longbeach RSL Sub-Branch Inc - Longbeach RSL

On 7 January 2014, the Commission handed down its Reasons for Decision in respect of an application by Longbeach RSL Sub-Branch Inc to amend its venue operator's licence to vary the number of electronic gaming machines permitted at the approved venue, Longbeach RSL, from 65 to 80.

The application has been granted.

For the full decision and reasons for the decision, download Gaming decision - EGM increase - Longbeach RSL Sub-Branch Inc.