What is the ACMA?
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) is a government body responsible for the regulation of broadcasting, the internet and radiocommunications in Australia. In the context of online gambling, the ACMA enforces the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 (IGA).
The Interactive Gambling Act 2001
The IGA prohibits Australian-based operators from providing online casino services — including online pokies — to Australian residents. The law targets operators, not players. Australian players accessing offshore-licensed pokies sites are not in breach of the IGA.
ACMA's Blocked Sites List
The ACMA maintains a register of prohibited gambling services. Sites listed may be blocked by Australian internet service providers under direction from the ACMA. However, many Australians access offshore pokies sites without restriction. PokiesAustralia only reviews sites that hold valid international licences.
Our Compliance Position
PokiesAustralia is an information and review website. We do not operate an online gambling service and we do not accept bets or wagers. We provide information about offshore-licensed pokies sites that are accessible to Australian players in accordance with applicable law.
Report Illegal Sites
If you encounter an unlicensed or illegal gambling site, you can report it to the ACMA directly via their official website at acma.gov.au.