The NSW Independent Casino Commission (NICC) is responsible for regulating casinos in NSW. The Casino Control Act 1992 was amended on 5 September 2022 to establish the NICC and to include comprehensive measures targeting key issues such as money laundering and other criminal activity.
Under the delegation of the NICC, L&GNSW administers systems for the licensing, supervision, and control of NSW's two casinos.
As part of this administration, L&GNSW assists the NICC to:
Before the 2022 reforms, the NSW Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority (ILGA) conducted reviews, investigations and inquiries relating to casino licences and operations. Casino reviews and investigations undertaken by ILGA are listed below.
The Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority of New South Wales established a Review of The Star Pty Ltd in November 2021 that concluded on 31 August 2022 when Adam Bell SC handed down his findings.
For more information visit the NSW Independent Casino Commission. To access transcripts and other publications relating to the review, contact office@nicc.nsw.gov.au.
Under section 31 of the Casino Control Act 1992, every five years, the Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority (ILGA) must investigate and form an opinion as to whether
If a restricted gaming licence is granted before 15 November 2019, the licence is, for the purposes of section 31, taken to be granted on this date.
Follow-up review of 2000 S31 Investigation
Inquiry under section 143 of the Casino Control Act 1992 (NSW)
Terms of Reference PDF, 216.36 KB
Link to Report on NSW Parliament website
Bergin Inquiry Transcripts
Cessation of employment of Mr Sid Vaikunta and allegations and complaints against The Star
Visit the NICC's website to learn more about the NICC's role.
Visit Casino compliance for information on the role government inspectors play at casinos in NSW.
