Retention of digital wallet technology post-trial

Ongoing use of digital gaming wallet technology

The NSW Cashless Gaming Trial officially ended on 30 September 2024.

Venues that took part in the trial can choose to keep using the digital gaming wallet technology after this date. This is subject to certain conditions, including:

• ongoing monitoring
• data collection
• oversight by Liquor and Gaming NSW.

Monitoring and feedback

Liquor & Gaming NSW continues to monitor how the technology is used. This helps the Government:

• better understand the impact of digital gaming wallets
• give players opportunities to provide feedback.

Legal authorisation

The Minister for Gaming and Racing issued an Order under section 205A of the Gaming Machines Act 2001 (PDF 1.34MB) to support ongoing use of the technology.

This Order keeps the same legal modifications that applied during the trial. These include:

• allowing the use of digital player cards as approved cards
• permitting cashless technology for player activity statements or prize claims over $5,000
• allowing installation of unapproved technology on gaming machines.

Previous Orders can be found here:

• Order (PDF 1.76MB) for the period 15 March 2024 to 30 September 2024
• Order (PDF 156.72KB) for the period 30 September 2024 to 30 September 2025

Compliance

Apart from these specific changes, all participating hotels, clubs and technology providers must continue to follow all other requirements under NSW gaming laws.