January – December: Throughout 2020, Australia’s online gambling market continued to operate within the existing regulatory framework. The Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (IGA) is a federal law that sets the basic framework for online gambling in the country, but individual states and territories also have their own regulations.
In 2020, responsible gambling measures, consumer protection, and harm minimization remained key focuses. Discussions included ongoing efforts to address issues related to offshore operators and illegal online gambling services. Some states explored potential changes to their regulations, while others maintained their existing frameworks.