Lottery Agreement Signed in Tasmania

28 August 2008

Michael Aird, treasurer and minister for racing for Tasmanian government, has signed an agreement with the Queensland government to facilitate the operation of Queensland-licensed lottery operators in Tasmania.

The agreement will allow Golden Casket, the Queensland-licensed operator, to launch operations in Tasmania.

“This new agreement provides for the establishment of administrative and tax arrangements between Tasmania and Queensland,” Mr. Aird said.