The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has refused an application for 50 electronic gaming machines at the Romsey Hotel.
The Romsey Football Netball Club publicly announced its intention to apply for the machines last October, with the application creating controversy among Romsey residents.
A hearing was held by the VGCCC, which concluded on May 28, where a panel of three commissioners heard evidence from the sport club, and those opposing the application, such as the Macedon Ranges council.
The VGCCC panel at the hearing included chair Fran Thorn, deputy chair Andrew Scott and commissioner Claire Miller.
The hearing was initially scheduled for three days, but was extended to four so that the panel could be adequately presented with evidence.
The VGCCC announced its decision to refuse the application on Friday, June 21.
In a media release, Macedon Ranges council chief executive Bernie O’Sullivan said that the council will put on hold its plans for an additional randomised phone survey to Romsey residents, pending further action by the Romsey Football Netball Club related to the decision.
In a statement on the VGCCC website, the commission said that the reasons for the decision will be published soon.
