Northern Territory Wagering Commission

Expressions of interest: Northern Territory Wagering Commission

Nominations are invited for appointment as Chairperson, Deputy Chairperson and 2 members of the Northern Territory Wagering Commission.

The Northern Territory Wagering Commission, established under the Racing and Wagering Act 2024, is an independent statutory body responsible for the licensing and regulation of wagering operators in the Northern Territory.

Commission members play a vital role in promoting industry integrity, consumer protection, and the minimisation of gambling-related harm. Members contribute to the oversight and regulation of the Northern Territory wagering industry, including the consideration of licensing, compliance, investigation, enforcement and complaint matters.

We are seeking suitably qualified candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• wagering or gambling operations
• regulation, compliance or enforcement
• law, governance or public administration
• finance, accounting or risk management
• consumer protection
• gambling harm minimisation.

The Chairperson, Deputy Chairperson and one other member must be lawyers admitted to practice for at least 5 years.

Eligibility and qualifications

Candidates must meet the eligibility and fit and proper person requirements prescribed in sections 19, 19A, 19B, and 19C of the Racing and Wagering Act 2024.

Nominations to the position sought, including a résumé and details of relevant qualifications and experience, should be forwarded by email to wagering.commission@nt.gov.au.

Applications close on 31 January 2027.

For more information, see the Commission’s roles, functions and member responsibilities.

For enquiries, call Melissa Garde, Director of Racing and Wagering, on 08 8999 1800.