Gambling research and statistics
Brisbane's first race meeting was held in 1843.
Today, gaming regulation in Queensland is administered by the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation (OLGR). As the gambling regulator, we are focused on supporting safer gambling environments that minimise gambling-related harm, build community confidence and support industry development.
Gambling research
Government-funded research about gambling gives us a better understanding of gambling activity and issues in our local communities and provides direction for gaming policy in Queensland.
The Queensland Gambling Survey 2023 measures gambling participation and the amount of gambling harm in the community. Learn more by viewing the:
You can also view snapshots highlighting topics from the Queensland Gambling Survey:
Gambling statistical summaries
We publish 6-monthly summary reports of electronic gaming machines (EGMs), player spend and tax revenue. Read the summary reports:
- July to December 2024—Gambling summary
- January to June 2024—Gambling summary
- July to December 2023—Gambling summary
- January to June 2023—Gambling summary
Gambling industry insights
| Site type | Approved | Operational |
|---|---|---|
| Hotels | 715 | 682 |
| Clubs | 352 | 345 |
| Casinos | 4 | 4 |
| Total gaming sites | 1,071 | 1,031 |
Approved gambling sites refer to the maximum number of sites approved to operate in Queensland. Operational sites are the number of sites operating in Queensland.
| Site type | Approved | Operational |
|---|---|---|
| Hotels | 21,430 | 19,175 |
| Clubs | 24,433 | 21,220 |
| Casinos | 5,211 | 3,826 |
| Total EGMs | 51,074 | 44,221 |
Approved gambling sites refer to the maximum number of electronic gaming machines approved to operate in Queensland. Operational sites are the number of electronic gaming machines operating in Queensland.
You can access more electronic gaming machine (EGM) statistics for clubs and hotels on our gaming statistics online service.
Note: Precautions have been taken to ensure that this statistical information is accurate. However, the Queensland Government accepts no liability for the accuracy of the information, its use or the reliance placed on it. Queensland Government information in this product is subject to change without notice.
Community benefit statements (clubs)
Clubs with 51 or more gaming machines must submit a community benefit statement to us as part of their annual reporting responsibilities.
Community benefit statements identify the type and extent of contributions clubs make to charitable, sporting, recreational and other community initiatives—these are some of the benefits the community derives from gaming.
Contribution amounts in cash and non-cash are identified in the table below. We require clubs to calculate non-cash benefits by applying standard market rates, purchase prices and administrative and operating expenses in providing goods and services.
An 'affiliated entity' is recognised under the club's constitution or has similar objectives and a traditional relationship or arrangement with the club. Other entities are regarded as a 'non-affiliated'.
Note: As the community benefit statement is not subject to audit, OLGR relies on clubs to provide accurate details.
| Contribution type | Calendar year | Non-affiliated entities | Affiliated entities | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (A) Cash | 2024 | $12,336,747 | $62,687,798 | $75,024,545 |
| 2023 | $10,783,507 | $63,245,516 | $74,029,023 | |
| 2022 | $13,061,096 | $43,226,017 | $56,287,113 | |
| 2021 | $8,457,445 | $29,287,854 | $37,745,299 | |
| 2020 | $6,614,037 | $23,771,161 | $30,385,198 | |
| 2019 | $9,917,110 | $38,233,129 | $48,150,239 | |
| 2018 | $8,926,671 | $38,602,333 | $47,529,004 | |
| 2017 | $9,512,984 | $33,799,243 | $43,312,227 | |
| 2016 | $9,073,580 | $33,214,691 | $42,288,271 | |
| (B) Non-cash | 2024 | $6,153,299 | $9,360,065 | $15,513,364 |
| 2023 | $6,737,356 | $8,194,135 | $14,931,491 | |
| 2022 | $5,793,565 | $6,585,591 | $12,379,156 | |
| 2021 | $5,269,042 | $5,758,144 | $11,027,186 | |
| 2020 | $4,978,979 | $4,272,492 | $9,251,471 | |
| 2019 | $7,135,433 | $6,727,639 | $13,863,072 | |
| 2018 | $7,376,673 | $6,932,380 | $14,309,053 | |
| 2017 | $6,533,950 | $6,953,062 | $13,487,012 | |
| 2016 | $6,650,490 | $7,008,204 | $13,659,144 | |
| (A) + (B) Total | 2024 | $18,490,046 | $72,047,863 | $90,537,909 |
| 2023 | $17,520,863 | $71,439,651 | $88,960,514 | |
| 2022 | $18,854,661 | $49,811,608 | $68,666,269 | |
| 2021 | $13,726,487 | $35,045,998 | $48,772,485 | |
| 2020 | $11,593,016 | $28,043,653 | $39,636,669 | |
| 2019 | $17,052,543 | $44,960,768 | $62,013,311 | |
| 2018 | $16,303,344 | $45,534,713 | $61,838,057 | |
| 2017 | $16,046,934 | $40,752,305 | $56,799,239 | |
| 2016 | $15,724,520 | $40,222,895 | $55,947,415 |
More information
- Find licensing and compliance summary reports.
- Liquor and gaming information for licensees can be found on the Business Queensland website.