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The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) continues to position itself as one of the most aggressive gambling regulators globally in 2026.
Just weeks after we reported on ACMA requesting Google to remove illegal gambling websites from search results, the regulator has now taken further action—this time through another wave of site blocking.
New blocks – but ISP-level only (for now)
Based on current observations, the latest enforcement action appears to be limited to DNS blocking via Australian internet service providers (ISPs). At this stage, there are no clear indications that ACMA has submitted new requests to Google to de-index these domains from search results.
The following domains have now been added to the ACMA blocklist:
C***spin
Frumzi
Great Win
MyStake
Oh My Spins
RetroBet
The Dog House 2 Slot
Viperwin
This suggests that ACMA is continuing to apply a multi-layered enforcement strategy, where ISP blocking may act as an initial step before escalating to search engine removals.
Part of a broader enforcement strategy
ACMA has stated that these actions follow investigations which found the services to be operating in breach of the Interactive Gambling Act 2001.
Website blocking remains one of several enforcement tools used to protect Australian consumers from illegal online gambling.
The scale of enforcement is significant:
1,564 illegal gambling and affiliate websites have been blocked since November 2019
More than 225 illegal operators have exited the Australian market since 2017
These figures underline Australia’s position as one of the strictest regulatory environments for offshore operators.
Increased pressure – including on search engines?
A key question moving forward is whether these DNS blocks will be followed by further action against search engines, as seen earlier this year.
If ACMA continues combining:
ISP-level blocking
Search engine de-indexing
Direct enforcement pressure on operators
…it could set a new global benchmark for regulatory enforcement in the online gambling sector.
Clear warning to consumers
ACMA is also reminding consumers that even if a gambling service appears legitimate, it is unlikely to offer essential consumer protections.
This means users risk:
Losing their funds
Having no dispute resolution options
Playing on potentially unfair platforms
Australian players are therefore encouraged to verify whether a wagering service is properly licensed before engaging.
