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NEW ADVISORY GROUP TO HELP MINIMISE CASINO GAMBLING HARM

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The Gambling Harm Minimisation Advisory Committee was formed to assist the NSW Independent Casino Commission’s (NICC) gambling harm minimisation efforts and provide advice to reduce the risk of gambling harm in NSW casinos. The Committee was established under the casino control laws and consists of four members: NICC Chief Commissioner Philip Crawford; Director of the Office of … Continued

CDU EXPERT: Tough decisions must be made to tackle gambling

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20 October, 2023 Who: Charles Darwin University psychology expert Dr Kim Caudwell. Dr Caudwell is a founding member and current Chair of Researchers in Behavioural Addictions, Alcohol and Drugs (BAAD). Topics: The findings of the Gambling advertising in Australia: placement and spending report by Nielsen’s Ad Intel. Gambling, alcohol, and tobacco addiction. The 2023 Northern … Continued

Ka-Pow! Wham! Pow! – Pollies, pastors, partners and the public literally take swing at pokies this Gambling Harm Awareness Week*

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      Ka-Pow! Wham! Pow! – Pollies, pastors, partners and the public literally take swing at pokies this Gambling Harm Awareness Week* MEDIA CALL – 8.45am Thursday 19 October 2023, Martin Place Event:             Giant Poker Machine Piñata Martin Place, Macquarie St end Time:              8.45am media call, 9am start piñata Wesley Mission CEO and … Continued

Worried about someone who gambles?

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To mark the beginning of Gambling Harm Awareness Week (16–22 October), Victorians are being encouraged to reach out and offer help and hope to those in our community who may be struggling with a gambling issue. ‘People are often reluctant to raise their concerns with someone they suspect is experiencing negative consequences from gambling because it … Continued

Lottery exemption from credit gambling ban a mistake that will cause harm

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The move to exempt lotteries from the credit card ban on gambling is disappointing and reflects the Federal Government’s failure to understand the nature and experience of gambling harm, the Alliance for Gambling Reform, CEO, Carol Bennett said. Ms Bennett said, “Some lotteries, including games like KenoGO, offer people the chance to win millions of … Continued

NSW pokies losing streak continues to spin out of control

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MEDIA RELEASE Friday, 6 October 2023 NSW pokies losing streak continues to spin out of control Record half yearly losses in 2023 and an increasing number of poker machines in New South Wales points to growing levels of gambling harm according Wesley Mission’s analysis of the latest data from NSW Liquor and Gaming. Quarterly data … Continued

New analysis shows superfunds investing billions in gambling stocks

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One major Australian industry super fund – which boasts one million members and which promotes itself as a responsible investor – holds more than $351 million in gambling-relating equities, according to new analysis by the Alliance for Gambling Reform. The analysis shows that Hesta’s ready-made super portfolio holdings as at 30 June 2023 included shares … Continued

EMBARGO: Until 6AM Saturday 20 September: Superfunds investing billions in gambling stocks Disclosure regime ‘patently inadequate’ to hold funds accountable

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MEDIA EMBARGO: UNTIL 6AM, SATURDAY 30 SEPTEMBER 2023. One major Australian industry super fund – which boasts one million members and which promotes itself as a responsible investor – holds more than $351 million in gambling–relating equities, according to new analysis by the Alliance for Gambling Reform.   The analysis shows that Hesta’s ready-made super portfolio … Continued

Sporties celebrates the anniversary of innovation

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September 2022 marked the Australia first implementation of OK2PLAY? technology in any Australian pub or club. Moorebank Sporties became the first venue to introduce the innovative digital platform as a way of protecting their members and guests, and twelve months on, the venue has asked 11, 976 members if they are OK2PLAY? Designed to ensure … Continued