Licensing and Regulation Division, NT Department of Justice
What types of fundraising activities do we regulate?
The relevant legislation is part IV of the Gaming Control Act and attendant Regulations, which regulate the following activities:
lotteries
trade lotteries, and
games of chance in the nature of a lottery (raffles, sweepstakes, calcuttas, bingo, mini-lotto and tipping competitions).
What permits or approvals are required?
A permit is required to conduct lotteries and trade lotteries that offer a total prize pool of more than $5,000. A permit is not required for trade lotteries that have been granted a permit interstate.
Minor lotteries: A minor lottery is where the total value of tickets available for sale is between $5,001 and $20,000.
Major lotteries: A major lottery is where the total value of tickets available for sale exceeds $20,000.
Trade lotteries: A trade lottery is where the total value of prizes offered exceeds $5,000.
Other issues to consider
Only approved associations, or a person who has obtained the express permission of the minister, may conduct a lottery or game in the nature of a lottery in the Northern Territory. Any person carrying on a trade or business in the Territory may conduct a trade lottery.
More information
Contact the Licensing and Regulation Division, NT Department of Justice.
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