Online wagering service providers are banned from accepting credit cards, credit-related products (e.g. digital wallets) or digital currencies (e.g. cryptocurrency) as payment methods. These requirements commenced on 11 June 2024.

This brings online wagering in line with land-based gambling regulations, where credit card use is already banned.

The Australian Communications and Media Authority has responsibility for overseeing compliance with the credit betting ban.

Gambling services broadly fit into three categories:

• Wagering (or betting) services, e.g. betting on racing and sports;
• Lotteries, e.g. Keno; and
• Gaming, e.g. casino style games.

A gambling service is considered “interactive” if it is provided on broadcasting, datacasting, telephone, and online platforms.

Communications services, such as your mobile or internet service, may be unavailable during a network outage or emergency.

We’ve developed information in Auslan and Easy Read to help communities and business prepare for and respond to network outages.

Information for communities in Auslan:

Information for communities in Easy Read:

Mobile, landline and internet services keep Australian businesses connected. But they may not be available if there is a network outage or emergency.

Whilst people will be working to get services back up and running as quickly as they can, this may take time. Preparing in advance can keep you business safe and running.

There are some easy things you can do to prepare for unexpected outages due to an emergency or network fault.