Insights
AML/CTF Reform: What existing reporting entities need to know before 31 March 2026
Australia’s AML/CTF reforms represent one of the most significant shifts in the country’s financial crime regulatory framework in recent years.
Designed to address the evolving risks of money laundering, terrorism financing, and proliferation financing, these changes will fundamentally reshape how organisations identify, manage and mitigate financial crime risk.
For existing reporting entities, the 31 March 2026 is the date when new obligations formally commence for existing reporting entities.
Victorian gambling regulator shares plans for 2025–26
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has recently released its Annual Plan for 2025-26, setting out its regulatory priorities and objectives for the year ahead.
AML/CTF Amendment Act – Significant changes are set to take effect from March 2026 for the Australian Gambling Sector
Significant reforms to Australia’s AML/CTF regime will take effect in 2026 impacting both existing reporting entities, including gaming venues, wagering service providers and casinos.
VGCCC’s Dual Approach to Harm Minimisation: Enforcement and Innovation
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission’s (VGCCC) July 2025 Industry News contains important updates and compliance reminders for gaming venues.
Victorian Regulator (VGCCC) reviews activity statements and issues new expectations document
The National Consumer Protection Framework (NCPF) outlines the requirements for activity statements which are to be provided to active wagering customers of each wagering service provider in Australia.