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If you want a ready-to-check example of an Aussie-facing platform for planning payments and player flows, check slotozen as a reference for how some offshore sites present POLi/Neosurf and crypto options to Australian punters.

## Mini-FAQ (3–5 questions)
Q: Is it legal to hold a pokies-style charity tournament in Australia?
A: Maybe — it depends on whether it’s chance or skill based. Get legal advice and register per state rules; always include RG info and age checks.

Q: How do I pay winners fast?
A: Use POLi/PayID for deposits and crypto for biggest, fastest cashouts; bank transfers take longer. Plan KYC up front.

Q: Do I need to disclose game RTP or volatility?
A: Transparency is good practice. If you’re running game-like mechanics, disclose odds/weighting and terms for prize unlocking.

Q: Who enforces the rules?
A: ACMA at federal level; state bodies (Liquor & Gaming NSW, VGCCC) for local matters.

For a look at how some platforms package welcome info and payment options targeted at Australians, see slotozen (useful as a design cue, not legal advice).

## Responsible Gaming & Closing notes (Australia)
Fair dinkum — make sure every page has 18+ language, links to Gambling Help Online (1800 858 858) and BetStop, and built-in deposit/session limits. Put a reality check after 30–60 minutes of play and make self-exclusion easy.

Final echo: Running a A$1,000,000 charity tournament for Aussie punters is a mix of legal carefulness, solid payments design (POLi/PayID/Neosurf), decent UX with colour choices tuned for local tastes, and a marketing calendar that rides local events like Melbourne Cup or an arvo State of Origin hype. Do the prep; test on Telstra/Optus networks; keep the tone grounded and you’ll raise the money without losing your shirt.

Sources:
– ACMA guidance and Interactive Gambling Act summaries (official regulator pages)
– Gambling Help Online (1800 858 858)
– BetStop (national self-exclusion)

About the Author:
I’m a game-designer-turned-event-producer who’s run charity tournaments and designed pokies-style experiences for Australian audiences. I’ve handled POLi/PayID integrations, tested streams on Telstra & Optus, and worked with lawyers to structure skill-based comps to avoid regulatory pitfalls. If you want help turning this plan into a project schedule, I can sketch a 12-week launch plan.