Australian Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Gambling Website Thepokies.net

The Australian Media and Communications Authority (ACMA) is taking strong measures against unlawful wagering platforms operating within Australia. Recently, they’ve implemented a significant action, mandating that Australian internet providers restrict connectivity to thepokies.net.

The ACMA approximates that the platform, which chiefly provides online casino-type amusements, has processed vast sums of money in wagers. Information indicates that around 30,000 Australians frequent the site monthly. Providing these sorts of games breaches Australian regulations as per the Interactive Gambling Act of 2001.

“We’ve gotten more grievances about thepokies.net than any other illicit wagering platform this year. This plainly demonstrates the detriment they’re inflicting on our community,” stated ACMA Chair Nerida O’Loughlin.

“Individuals have recounted forfeiting substantial sums of money and have also encountered difficulties in getting the site to disburse deposits and winnings.”

“By obstructing entry to these platforms, we are conveying a firm message that the ACMA has the capability and resolve to take action to disrupt unlawful operators targeting Australians,” O’Loughlin added.

Beyond thepokies.net, the ACMA is pursuing measures against numerous other websites, including Azure Hand, Abo Casino, Betroom, 777Bay, Space Lilly, Jet Casino, Katsu Bet, and Winz. Since enacting new regulations in 2017 to combat illicit offshore wagering, the ACMA has compelled roughly 160 unlawful services to withdraw from the Australian market.

Authorities are taking a hard line against illicit online betting platforms. They are restricting entry to these websites and collaborating with web service providers and technology corporations to increase the difficulty of locating them. Furthermore, they are pursuing unlawful operators and informing the populace about the dangers involved.

In the words of Senior Minister Edwin Tong, “Should you choose to wager on these unauthorized sites and they opt to retain your funds, a frequent occurrence as we are aware, you will have no recourse.”