This guide explains how Australia’s Tranche 2 reforms will expand AML/CTF obligations across the gambling sector, increasing expectations around customer due diligence, transaction monitoring and reporting. It highlights key risks, regulatory focus areas and the steps operators need to take to meet AUSTRAC requirements and reduce exposure to financial crime.
What’s in the guide
- Overview of Tranche 2 reforms and their impact on gambling businesses
- Key AML/CTF obligations including CDD, monitoring and reporting
- Sector-specific risks such as cash transactions, high-value players and cross-border activity
- Red flags and indicators of suspicious gambling behaviour
- Guidance on building a risk-based AML/CTF programme
- Practical steps to prepare for 2026 compliance requirements