A parliamentary question addresses the possibility of new casinos in Western Australia after the Burswood exclusivity period ended, and inquires about a new taxation regime for Burswood. The government confirms no new 'satellite' casinos and no new taxation regime.

AnsweredQoN 356Legislative Council
Asked
7 August 2001
Portfolio
Racing and Gaming

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Now that the exclusivity period for the Burswood Resort Casino has expired, I ask - (1) Will the Government allow another casino to be built in Western Australia? (2) Has the State Government agreed with Burswood on a new taxation regime?  If so, what is the new taxation regime? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS

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(1) The member should be aware of the fact that today the Premier and I have said there will be no satellite casinos outside Burswood. (2) No.
(1) Will the Government allow another casino to be built in Western Australia? (2) Has the State Government agreed with Burswood on a new taxation regime?  If so, what is the new taxation regime? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: (1) The member should be aware of the fact that today the Premier and I have said there will be no satellite casinos outside Burswood. (2) No.
(2) Has the State Government agreed with Burswood on a new taxation regime?  If so, what is the new taxation regime? Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: (1) The member should be aware of the fact that today the Premier and I have said there will be no satellite casinos outside Burswood. (2) No.
Hon N.D. GRIFFITHS replied: (1) The member should be aware of the fact that today the Premier and I have said there will be no satellite casinos outside Burswood. (2) No.
(1) The member should be aware of the fact that today the Premier and I have said there will be no satellite casinos outside Burswood. (2) No.
(2) No.

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