Activity-linked commission can reward more consumer gambling and weaken the independence of a ranking.
Direct answer
ACMA has examined affiliate promotion of illegal online gambling, and 2026 reforms include a ban on commissions based on customer activity.
Decision signal
Ask exactly how a publisher is paid before trusting its order or CTA.
What this does not prove
A provider name, overseas licence or unblocked domain does not establish Australian authority for an online casino. An entry on the licensed wagering register applies to that regulated wagering service and cannot be stretched to a prohibited product.
Recheck the source
Regulation and enforcement change. This briefing is dated so readers can see when it was reviewed. Use current official material for a live decision and qualified advice where personal legal consequences matter.
Official routes
ACMA: Interactive Gambling Act · ACMA enforcement · Protect yourself from illegal operators. Accessed 24 September 2026.