ANZAC Day Advisory: NSW Focuses on Responsible Alcohol Service and Two-up Regulation Amidst Increased Patronage
In anticipation of ANZAC Day, establishments serving alcohol throughout New South Wales are receiving advisories to prioritize patron well-being and responsible alcohol service. With projections of increased patronage, officials are stressing the importance of robust crowd control measures.
Special attention is being given to “Two-up,” a customary wagering activity temporarily sanctioned on ANZAC Day, Remembrance Day, and Victory in the Pacific Day. Although permissible on these dates as a gesture of respect to veterans, it is generally restricted as an unsanctioned form of gaming.
Establishments are being encouraged to acquaint themselves with the established protocols of Two-up and to mitigate potential issues stemming from large gatherings, alcohol intake, and gambling disagreements. This advisory is part of a wider initiative to maintain regulatory compliance within the sector, with substantial penalties having been levied earlier this year for various infractions.
The gaming regulatory body in New South Wales recently hit Betr with a substantial penalty of $136,000 for questionable wagering promotions, marking the largest ever in the region. Authorities are intensifying their efforts to curb such practices, particularly with the approach of Anzac Day. There appears to be a trend of increasing fines since 2016, as they strive to ensure compliance and maintain a safe and reverent environment for commemoration.
