The objects of the Authority, as set out in Section 140 of the Act, are to maintain and administer systems for the licensing, supervision and control of a casino, for the purpose of:

• Ensuring that the management and operation of the casino remains free from criminal influence or exploitation;
• ensuring that gaming in the casino is conducted honestly;
• Containing and controlling the potential of a casino to cause harm to the public interest and to individuals and families.

Functions
Section 141 of the Act provides that the Authority has such functions as are necessary or convenient to enable it to achieve its objects under this Act.