Who is the gaming and racing minister? Federal and every state
Current gaming and racing ministers for Australia and every state and territory, with office addresses and shadow ministers. Write to any of them online.
Australia has nine parliaments: the federal parliament and one for each state and territory. Each government decides its own ministry, so the gaming and racing portfolio has a different name, and sometimes a different minister, in each one. 8 of the nine currently have a minister whose title covers gaming and racing. This page lists them, their shadows, and the other ministers who share the work, with addresses from each parliament's official records.
Gaming, Racing and Liquor ministers at a glance
| Parliament | Name | Portfolio | Office mailing address | Write |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | David HarrisALP · Member for Wyong | Minister for Gaming and RacingAlso: Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Treaty; Minister for Veterans; Minister for Medical Research; Minister for the Central Coast | 254 Main Road, Toukley NSW 2263Electorate office | Write |
| Victoria | Anthony CarbinesALP · Member for Ivanhoe | Minister for RacingAlso: Minister for Artificial Intelligence and the Digital Economy; Minister for Major Events; Minister for Medical Research; Minister for Economic Development | PO Box 63, Heidelberg VIC 3084Electorate office | Write |
| Victoria | Enver ErdoganALP · Member for Northern Metropolitan Region | Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor RegulationAlso: Minister for Finance; Minister for Government Services | GO2/30 English Street, Essendon Fields VIC 3041Electorate office | Write |
| Queensland | Tim ManderLNP · Member for Everton | Minister for Sport and RacingAlso: Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games | PO Box 656, Everton Park QLD 4053Electorate office | Write |
| Western Australia | Don PunchALP · Member for Bunbury | Minister for Racing and GamingAlso: Minister for Aboriginal Affairs; Minister for South West | 4/31 Victoria Street, Bunbury WA 6230Electorate office | Write |
| South Australia | Rhiannon PearceALP · Member for King | Minister for Recreation, Sport and RacingAlso: Minister for Emergency Services; Minister for Local Government | PO Box 1104, Golden Grove Village SA 5125Electorate office | Write |
| Tasmania | Roger JaenschLIB · Member for Braddon | Minister for RacingAlso: Minister for the Arts; Minister for Community and Multicultural Affairs; Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events | 80b Wilson Street, Burnie TAS 7320Electorate office | Write |
| Australian Capital Territory | Marisa PatersonALP · Member for Murrumbidgee | Minister for Gaming ReformAlso: Minister for Health; Minister for Mental Health; Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services | GPO Box 1020, Canberra ACT 2601Parliament House | Write |
| Northern Territory | Marie-Clare BoothbyCLP · Member for Brennan | Minister for RacingAlso: Attorney-General; Minister for Tourism and Hospitality; Minister for Major Events; Minister for Parks and Wildlife | PO Box 32, Palmerston NT 0831Electorate office | Write |
No minister in Federal has gaming and racing in their title right now. There, the work usually sits with another minister (see "Also relevant" below), or it isn't a responsibility of that level of government.
Federal addresses are for Parliament House, where portfolio mail should go. State and territory addresses are the minister's electorate office, which passes portfolio mail on.
Names, roles and addresses on this page come from each parliament's official member lists. Data checked 20 October 2026.
Federal or state: who's responsible for gaming and racing?
Poker machines, casinos, racing and liquor licensing are mainly regulated by the states and territories, so this is where most of these ministers sit. Some federal matters apply too, such as online wagering and gambling advertising rules, which usually fall under the communications or social services portfolios.
If you're not sure which level handles your issue, write to your own local member as well. Their office can pass your letter to the right minister.
Gaming, Racing and Liquor ministers by parliament
New South Wales gaming and racing minister
The Minister for Gaming and Racing in New South Wales is David Harris (ALP, Member for Wyong), who is also Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Treaty, Minister for Veterans, Minister for Medical Research and Minister for the Central Coast. Write to them at 254 Main Road, Toukley NSW 2263.
In opposition, Kevin Anderson (NAT) is Shadow Minister for Hospitality and Gaming. In opposition, Dave Layzell (NAT) is Shadow Minister for Racing.
Victoria gaming and racing minister
The Minister for Racing in Victoria is Anthony Carbines (ALP, Member for Ivanhoe), who is also Minister for Artificial Intelligence and the Digital Economy, Minister for Major Events, Minister for Medical Research and Minister for Economic Development. Write to them at PO Box 63, Heidelberg VIC 3084.
The Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation in Victoria is Enver Erdogan (ALP, Member for Northern Metropolitan Region), who is also Minister for Finance and Minister for Government Services. Write to them at GO2/30 English Street, Essendon Fields VIC 3041.
In opposition, Tim McCurdy (NAT) is Shadow Minister for Liquor and Gaming and Shadow Minister for Racing. On the crossbench, Katherine Copsey (GRN) is Spokesperson for Gambling Harm Reduction.
Queensland gaming and racing minister
The Minister for Sport and Racing in Queensland is Tim Mander (LNP, Member for Everton), who is also Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Write to them at PO Box 656, Everton Park QLD 4053.
In opposition, Grace Grace (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Racing.
Western Australia gaming and racing minister
The Minister for Racing and Gaming in Western Australia is Don Punch (ALP, Member for Bunbury), who is also Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Minister for South West. Write to them at 4/31 Victoria Street, Bunbury WA 6230.
In opposition, Lachlan Hunter (NAT) is Shadow Minister for Racing and Gaming.
South Australia gaming and racing minister
The Minister for Recreation, Sport and Racing in South Australia is Rhiannon Pearce (ALP, Member for King), who is also Minister for Emergency Services and Minister for Local Government. Write to them at PO Box 1104, Golden Grove Village SA 5125.
In opposition, Dennis Hood (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Recreation, Sport and Racing.
Tasmania gaming and racing minister
The Minister for Racing in Tasmania is Roger Jaensch (LIB, Member for Braddon), who is also Minister for the Arts, Minister for Community and Multicultural Affairs and Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events. Write to them at 80b Wilson Street, Burnie TAS 7320.
In opposition, Dean Winter (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Racing.
Australian Capital Territory gaming and racing minister
The Minister for Gaming Reform in the Australian Capital Territory is Marisa Paterson (ALP, Member for Murrumbidgee), who is also Minister for Health, Minister for Mental Health and Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services. Write to them at GPO Box 1020, Canberra ACT 2601.
In opposition, Mark Parton (LIB) is Shadow Minister for Gaming and Racing. On the crossbench, Rebecca Vassarotti (GRN) is Spokesperson for Gaming Reform.
Northern Territory gaming and racing minister
The Minister for Racing in the Northern Territory is Marie-Clare Boothby (CLP, Member for Brennan), who is also Attorney-General, Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Minister for Major Events and Minister for Parks and Wildlife. Write to them at PO Box 32, Palmerston NT 0831.
In opposition, Ed Smelt (ALP) is Shadow Minister for Racing.
Shadow gaming and racing ministers and spokespeople
A shadow minister leads the opposition's policy on gaming and racing and questions the government in parliament. Write to them when you want an issue raised publicly, or want to know what the alternative government would do. Crossbench spokespeople, such as the Greens in some parliaments, are listed too.
| Parliament | Name | Portfolio | Write |
|---|---|---|---|
| New South WalesOpposition | Kevin AndersonNAT · Member for Tamworth | Shadow Minister for Hospitality and GamingAlso: Shadow Minister for Western NSW; Shadow Minister for Seniors; Shadow Minister for Tourism | Write |
| New South WalesOpposition | Dave LayzellNAT · Member for Upper Hunter | Shadow Minister for RacingAlso: Shadow Minister for Mining and Natural Resources | Write |
| VictoriaOpposition | Tim McCurdyNAT · Member for Ovens Valley | Shadow Minister for Liquor and Gaming; Shadow Minister for RacingAlso: Shadow Minister for Veterans' Affairs | Write |
| QueenslandOpposition | Grace GraceALP · Member for McConnel | Shadow Minister for RacingAlso: Shadow Minister for Trade; Shadow Minister for Industrial Relations; Shadow Minister for Olympic and Paralympic Games | Write |
| Western AustraliaOpposition | Lachlan HunterNAT · Member for Central Wheatbelt | Shadow Minister for Racing and GamingAlso: Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Food; Shadow Minister for Mines, Petroleum and Exploration | Write |
| South AustraliaOpposition | Dennis HoodLIB · Member of the Legislative Council | Shadow Minister for Recreation, Sport and RacingAlso: Shadow Minister for Veterans' Affairs; Shadow Minister for Tourism | Write |
| TasmaniaOpposition | Dean WinterALP · Member for Franklin | Shadow Minister for RacingAlso: Shadow Treasurer; Shadow Minister for Planning | Write |
| Australian Capital TerritoryOpposition | Mark PartonLIB · Member for Brindabella | Shadow Minister for Gaming and RacingAlso: Opposition Leader; Shadow Minister for Men and Men's Health; Shadow Minister for Transport; Shadow Minister for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs; Shadow Minister for Health and Mental Health | Write |
| Northern TerritoryOpposition | Ed SmeltALP · Member for Nightcliff | Shadow Minister for RacingAlso: Deputy Leader of the Opposition; Shadow Minister for Community Safety; Shadow Attorney-General and Justice; Shadow Minister for Corrections; Shadow Minister for Prevention of Domestic Violence; Shadow Minister for Housing Construction; Shadow Minister for Lands and Planning; Shadow Minister for Logistics and Infrastructure; Shadow Minister for Housing, Local Government and Community Development; Shadow Minister for Essential Services; Shadow Minister for Climate Change and Renewables | Write |
| VictoriaCrossbench | Katherine CopseyGRN · Member for Southern Metropolitan Region | Spokesperson for Gambling Harm ReductionAlso: Spokesperson for Justice; Spokesperson for Public Transport and Roads; Spokesperson for Animal Protection; Spokesperson for Major Events | Write |
| Australian Capital TerritoryCrossbench | Rebecca VassarottiGRN · Member for Kurrajong | Spokesperson for Gaming ReformAlso: Spokesperson for Housing; Spokesperson for Health and Mental Health; Spokesperson for Justice, Corrections, Policing, and Domestic, Family and Sexual Violence; Spokesperson for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Affairs; Spokesperson for Ageing and Carers; Spokesperson for Veterans | Write |
See every opposition frontbench on the list of shadow ministers.
Also relevant
Assistant ministers, parliamentary secretaries and ministers for closely related areas. If your issue is about one of these areas, they may be the better person to write to, or you can copy them in.
| Parliament | Name | Portfolio | Write |
|---|---|---|---|
| New South WalesOpposition | Geoff ProvestNAT · Member for Tweed | Shadow Parliamentary Secretary for Hospitality and Gaming | Write |
| VictoriaCrossbench | Aiv PuglielliGRN · Member for North-Eastern Metropolitan Region | Spokesperson for Legal Cannabis and Drug Harm Reduction | Write |
| VictoriaGovernment | Dylan WightALP · Member for Tarneit | Parliamentary Secretary for Racing and Major Events | Write |
| Northern TerritoryGovernment | Steve EdgingtonCLP · Member for Barkly | Minister for Alcohol Policy | Write |
How to address a letter to a minister
Address the envelope to the minister by name and title, then their office address. Inside, open with Dear Minister. Only write "The Hon" if the minister holds that title; some state ministers do not. The address blocks on each politician page already use the right form. For more detail, see how to address a letter to an MP.
The Hon David Harris MP
254 Main Road
Toukley NSW 2263
Dear Minister,
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the gaming and racing minister in New South Wales?+
The Hon David Harris MP (ALP) is the Minister for Gaming and Racing in New South Wales, and also Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Treaty, Minister for Veterans and Minister for Medical Research.
Who is the gaming and racing minister in Victoria?+
The Hon Anthony Carbines MP (ALP) is the Minister for Racing in Victoria, and also Minister for Artificial Intelligence and the Digital Economy, Minister for Major Events and Minister for Medical Research. The Hon Enver Erdogan MLC (ALP) is the Minister for Casino, Gaming and Liquor Regulation in Victoria, and also Minister for Finance and Minister for Government Services.
Who is the gaming and racing minister in Queensland?+
The Hon Tim Mander MP (LNP) is the Minister for Sport and Racing in Queensland, and also Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Who is the gaming and racing minister in Western Australia?+
The Hon Don Punch MLA (ALP) is the Minister for Racing and Gaming in Western Australia, and also Minister for Aboriginal Affairs and Minister for South West.
Who is the gaming and racing minister in South Australia?+
The Hon Rhiannon Pearce MP (ALP) is the Minister for Recreation, Sport and Racing in South Australia, and also Minister for Emergency Services and Minister for Local Government.
Who is the gaming and racing minister in Tasmania?+
The Hon Roger Jaensch MP (LIB) is the Minister for Racing in Tasmania, and also Minister for the Arts, Minister for Community and Multicultural Affairs and Minister for Tourism, Hospitality and Events.
Who is the gaming and racing minister in the Australian Capital Territory?+
Dr Marisa Paterson MLA (ALP) is the Minister for Gaming Reform in the Australian Capital Territory, and also Minister for Health, Minister for Mental Health and Minister for Police, Fire and Emergency Services.
Who is the gaming and racing minister in the Northern Territory?+
The Hon Marie-Clare Boothby MLA (CLP) is the Minister for Racing in the Northern Territory, and also Attorney-General, Minister for Tourism and Hospitality and Minister for Major Events.
Who is the shadow gaming and racing minister?+
Oppositions in 8 of Australia's nine parliaments have a shadow minister covering gaming and racing, all listed on this page.
Should I write to the federal or state gaming and racing minister?+
Poker machines, casinos, racing and liquor licensing are mainly regulated by the states and territories, so this is where most of these ministers sit. Some federal matters apply too, such as online wagering and gambling advertising rules, which usually fall under the communications or social services portfolios.
How do I contact the gaming and racing minister?+
Write a letter. Address the envelope to the minister by name and title, followed by their office address, and open with "Dear Minister". Federal ministers can be written to at Parliament House, Canberra ACT 2600. State and territory ministers can be written to at their electorate office, which passes portfolio mail on to their ministerial office.