Unclaimed gambling prize money

There are time limits on how long you can take to claim winnings in some forms of gambling or betting in the Northern Territory (NT).

Unclaimed winnings in some games go to the Department of Treasury and Finance. The department must approve their release after a certain time.

Unclaimed phone or internet betting funds

If you set up a telephone or internet betting account:

• you must provide identification to the wagering operator
• wagering operators must verify your account before you can withdraw any funds or winnings.

Unclaimed Tattersall's wins over 12 months

You have 12 months to claim the prize on a winning Lotto ticket.

If the prize is unclaimed after 12 months the prize money is transferred to the NT Department of Treasury
and Finance.

You must have the ticket to claim.

Unclaimed Keno wins over 12 months

You have 12 months to claim a Keno win by presenting your ticket to any NT Keno outlet.

If you try to claim a prize after 12 months, your claim will be referred to the executive director of Liquor, Gambling and Racing of Licensing NT.

You may be asked to provide either of the below before your claim is approved:

• proof of entitlement
• proof of a ticket.