RCG Underage Gambling Prevention

Question 1

What is the minimum legal age for gambling on gaming machines in NSW?

Accepted Answer

18 years

Answer

16 years

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17 years

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21 years

Question 2

Under the 'Challenge 25' approach adopted by many NSW venues, at what apparent age should staff request proof of age from a patron?

Accepted Answer

Anyone who appears under 25

Answer

Anyone who appears under 18

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Anyone who appears under 21

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Anyone who appears under 30

Question 3

Which of the following is an acceptable form of ID for age verification at an NSW gaming venue?

Accepted Answer

An NSW Photo Card

Answer

A Medicare card

Answer

A student ID card

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A gym membership card

Question 4

A patron in the gaming area appears to be under 18 and cannot produce acceptable ID. What must the staff member do?

Accepted Answer

Ask them to leave the gaming area immediately

Answer

Allow them to continue if they look close to 18

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Seek a supervisor's opinion before acting

Answer

Ask another patron to confirm their age

Question 5

Under NSW gaming legislation, who is prohibited from entering a gaming area?

Accepted Answer

Persons under 18 years of age

Answer

Persons under 21 years of age

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Persons under 16 years of age

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Persons under 25 years of age

Question 6

Can a parent or legal guardian accompany their minor child into the gaming area of a licensed NSW venue?

Accepted Answer

No, minors are prohibited from entering gaming areas regardless of adult supervision

Answer

Yes, if the parent signs a consent form

Answer

Yes, as long as the minor does not gamble

Answer

No, unless the venue holds a special family gaming licence

Question 7

Which of the following best describes a venue's primary legal obligation regarding underage gambling?

Accepted Answer

To ensure gaming areas are only accessible to persons aged 18 and over

Answer

To educate minors about gambling risks

Answer

To install age verification technology on every gaming machine

Answer

To allow minors entry only during venue-supervised events