Lotteries and Art Unions Act 1901 (NSW)

Raffles and art unions — permit compliance

NSW · Liquor & Gaming NSWExternal responsibility

If the club conducts raffles, art unions, or fundraising lotteries, it must hold the appropriate L&GNSW permit or operate within a permit exemption for small lotteries under $30,000 total prize value.

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Citation
Lotteries and Art Unions Act 1901 (NSW), Part 3 (Permits); Public Lotteries Act 1996 (NSW)
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Frequency
On event
Binds
venue, gm
Strategic tier
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Consequence of breach

What can go wrong.

Conducting an unauthorised lottery is an offence. Penalties include fines and potential prosecution. L&GNSW may consider it a fitness-and-propriety concern.

Consequences are summarised from the underlying legislation. Specific penalties depend on the breach pattern, prior history, and the regulator's enforcement posture. Talk to a liquor and gaming lawyer for a definitive view of your venue's exposure.

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