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Celebrating 25 Years of GMDC Excellence in NSW!

2024 marked a significant milestone for LCA, with the 25th year of the Gaming Management Development Course (GMDC) in NSW.

GMDC is a program that has empowered over 1,400 participants to grow as leaders and innovators in the gaming industry.

We would like to extend our deepest thanks to our long-term partner, Aristocrat, for their invaluable support in coordinating this course, and to Brian Cook who continues to facilitate each session with insight and expertise.

Our heartfelt appreciation also goes out to all the dedicated presenters and venues who generously contribute their time and resources each year.

Congratulations to our top achievers this year:

• First Prize: STEVEN ANNAKIN, Seagulls Club
UNLV David Costello Bursary Award, which includes a trip to Las Vegas and attendance at the esteemed UNLV Gaming Course.

• Runner-Up: SHAUN BYFIELD, The Ary Toukley
A ticket to the G2E Asia Gaming Expo, to be held May 7th – 9th, 2025, provided by Paynter Dixon.

• Third Prize: SALLY COOPER, Club Charlestown
A Domestic Bursary offering the opportunity to visit leading gaming venues in either Victoria or Queensland.

Thank you to everyone who makes this course possible and for supporting the next generation of gaming industry leaders.

Here’s to the continued success of GMDC for the years to come!

Over 1000 students have completed the course in the 25 years it has been held.

The 26th year of the course will commence in April 2025. Those students fortunate enough to participate in the next course can look forward to learning about the attributes and skills required to become a successful Gaming Manager, along with the opportunity to network with industry experts and course colleagues.