The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) is an independent regulator committed to ensuring the integrity, safety and fairness of Victoria’s gambling industry.
While we are independent, we report to the Victorian Parliament through the Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation. The government provides the legislative framework we operate within, governs our regulatory functions and powers, and issues Ministerial Directions, determinations, and approvals to establish rules or requirements we must consider.
Our objectives, functions and powers are set out in the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission Act 2011. We also operate under and enforce the Gambling Regulation Act 2003, Casino Control Act 1991, Casino Management Agreement Act 1993 and Racing Act 1958.
Governance and leadership
- As an independent regulator, our internal governance ensures we have clear lines of accountability, make transparent decisions, and manage our risks and finances responsibly. This ensures we deliver on our obligations and our Purpose to ensure integrity, safety, and fairness for all.
The Commission
The Commission is tasked with statutory decision making under gambling legislation. It also sets our strategic direction and provides oversight of our organisation. On the recommendation of the Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation, the Governor in Council appoints the Commissioners. The Chair convenes and presides at Commission meetings and is also the public service body head under the Public Administration Act 2004. Decisions are made at convened meetings or by conducting inquiries.
The Commission Charter
Audit and Risk Management Committee
An independent Audit and Risk Management Committee reports directly to the Commission and was established in accordance with the Financial Management Act 1994. The Committee has the following responsibilities:
- reviewing and assessing the effectiveness of our systems and controls for financial management, performance and sustainability, including risk management
- overseeing the effectiveness and efficiency of internal audits
- reviewing and monitoring compliance with the Financial Management Act and associated Standing Directions and instructions
- maintaining effective communication with external auditors and considering their views on issues that affect the management, compliance and risks of our financial affairs
- considering recommendations made by internal and external auditors that affect financial management, performance and sustainability and reviewing the implementation of actions to resolve issues raised.
Executive Management
The Chief Executive Officer is responsible for the effective and efficient management of our organisation in line with our regulatory obligations and Commission-approved Purpose and Strategic Ambitions. The CEO leads an Executive Management team of 9 who together ensure our resources are aligned with, and deliver on, our organisational priorities. The Executive Management team monitors and reports on our progress, performance and outcomes to the Commission.
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