The ACT Gambling and Racing Commission
The Commission is an independent body established under section 5 of the Gambling and Racing Control Act 1999. The Act provides for the continued administration of certain Acts relating to gambling and racing and establishes the powers, functions and activities of the Commission.
The prevention, minimisation and reduction of gambling harm are core objectives of the Gambling and Racing Commission. The Commission is currently seeking feedback on its new Public Health Approach to Gambling Regulation in the ACT: 2027–2032 Harm Prevention Strategy.
Talking about gambling and related harms
The Commission has released a guide to support safer, more inclusive conversations about gambling and related harms.
The guide promotes a balanced narrative - recognising that gambling is a risky activity that can harm anyone - and offers practical tips for using person-first language, avoiding stereotypes, and acknowledging the wide range of harms that can affect individuals, families and communities.