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Compliance-LED payouts: reduce risk (free webinar)
Compliance + Payment: integration reduces risk Too often, compliance is treated as an extra responsibility, separate from the product or service you provide. But regulation is a licence to operate. Without weaving it into how you deliver your product, risk management is left to happen after the fact. Regulatory posture AUSTRAC (Australian Transaction Reports and…
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Stronger boards start with stronger directors
Across Australia, licensed clubs are navigating an increasingly complex governance environment. Directors today are expected to balance strategic planning, financial oversight, compliance obligations, risk management, community expectations and long-term sustainability—all while serving in roles that are often voluntary. Yet despite the significance of these responsibilities, many club directors have limited access to ongoing governance support…
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Wests Entertainment Group partners with PaySafeGo for AML/CTF compliance transformation
PaySafeGo is proud to announce that Wests Entertainment Group has gone live with our industry-leading Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) platform. This strategic partnership marks a significant milestone for both organisations as we work together to set new standards for regulatory excellence in the gaming and hospitality sector. Wests Entertainment Group is a prominent…
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We’re halfway through 2026: is your venue’s AML payout process actually ready?
We’re halfway through the year. Most venues have done the work on AML, updated the program, ticked the boxes, and got the frameworks in place. But the question we keep hearing from gaming managers and compliance staff is this: “We’ve sorted the paperwork side, but how do we know our process actually holds up on…
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The ultimate stadium experience
Precision Signs transforms venues this sports season The winter sports calendar is in full swing, bringing a massive wave of patrons looking for the best seat in the house. For hospitality and entertainment venue operators, this represents a prime opportunity to capture foot traffic and maximise revenue. To truly capitalise on game-day crowds, venues must…
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Smart Talent: smart choices. smarter outcomes
At Smart Talent, we believe exceptional businesses are built by exceptional people. As a boutique executive recruitment and talent advisory firm, we specialise in connecting outstanding professionals with leading organisations across the hospitality, clubs and entertainment industries. Our philosophy is simple: make smart choices that lead to smarter outcomes by placing the right people in…
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Hospitality concierge offers helping hand to Riverina licensed businesses
Staff from Liquor & Gaming NSW’s Hospitality Concierge have continued their regional NSW engagement program, this time visiting licensed premises in the Riverina to support a safe, vibrant and responsible sector. Now in their second year, the regional engagements aim to reach owners and operators in their communities to answer questions and provide support on…
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Strategic planning for hospitality venues: 4 reasons your strategic plan will fail
Most hospitality venues have a strategic plan. The problem is that many of them sit in a drawer, get discussed once a year, and have little impact on the day-to-day decisions that drive performance. A strategic plan should not be treated as a compliance document. Done well, it becomes a practical roadmap that guides investment,…
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Stay AML-ready on every payout: register for our free webinar
Compliance built into every payout Cruz Payouts brings identity verification, KYC, customer risk-rating, payment processing, and record-keeping into a single, end-to-end payout workflow. It’s purpose-built for pubs and hotels running EGMs, so your team meets its AML obligations at the point of payout without juggling multiple systems. Now an AHA NSW Diamond Partner We are…
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High stakes for influencers who spruik gambling
Social media influencers who promote gambling are not only exposing Victorians to harm, they could be breaking the law, the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) CEO Suzy Neilan said. ‘When influencers fan out wads of cash and celebrate winning thousands of dollars, they’re not only sharing content, but they’re also shaping perceptions and attitudes…
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The questions venues are asking before going digital with AML payouts
Over the past few months, we’ve had a lot of the same conversations with gaming venues across Australia. The compliance frameworks are in place. The intent is there. But when it comes to actually making the shift to digital AML payout workflows, a handful of the same questions keep coming up, from compliance managers, gaming…
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The role of strong governance in venue’s AML/CTF compliance
The AUSTRAC reforms place increasing responsibility on governance structures. Compliance officers, executives and directors need to have the visibility required to demonstrate oversight. It is universally accepted among executive leadership that robust governance constitutes the foundation of high-performing organisations and boards. However, the practical application of this principle requires more than merely adhering to meetings…
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