The article explores the current state of gambling operations on Native Australian reservations, noting that unlike Native American reservations in the United States, Australia does not have casinos operating on Indigenous lands. Gambling regulation in Australia remains under the control of individual states and territories, with no federal provisions granting Indigenous groups the authority to establish sovereign casino operations. While discussions continue regarding economic development and self-determination for Indigenous Australians, including through potential gambling ventures, no casinos currently exist on their lands. The article provides a comparative perspective on how gaming laws and Indigenous sovereignty intersect differently in Australia and the United States, highlighting regulatory and legal distinctions. This distinction reflects broader differences in Indigenous rights frameworks and gambling legislation across these jurisdictions.