Vicki Scott, DIA’s director of gambling, said strict gambling licensing requirements exist for a reason.
“We will not hesitate to respond firmly when we see instances of illegal gambling such as unlicensed online lotteries,” said Scott.
“We have no tolerance for those who seek to profit by bypassing the rules.”
Under the Gambling Act (2003), only authorised not-for-profit organisations can offer gambling services with prizes valued over $5000, for specific purposes. They also need a Class 3 gambling licence.
Police have also filed proceedings against the man and his company in the High Court, after a referral from the DIA.
The man and his company have been charged with conducting illegal gambling, promoting illegal gambling, and making a pecuniary gain from illegal gambling.