The Roundtable is an open group, comprised of government, industry and consumer bodies. Interactive wagering or online gambling is growing rapidly. The Government is concerned about the effect of a rapid expansion of internet gambling, and will be investigating the feasibility and consequences of banning internet gambling. NOIE is coordinating the development of a Commonwealth position on interactive wagering and gaming. A Best Practice Model for Business .
Electronic commerce has the potential to substantially benefit business and consumers.
This Treasury Best Practice Model provides guidance to businesses and enhances Consumer Sovereignty by giving consumers information on what businesses should do when dealing with consumers over the Internet. In 1999 Parliament passed legislation concerning illegal and offensive material on the Internet. NOIE played a role in the development of the content regulation legislation, but no longer has direct responsibility for the issue. Mr Peter Huta Manager, Community Access National Office for the Information Economy Ph. Mr Tom Dale General Manager, Regulation and Access National Office for the Information Economy Ph.