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This section contains links to media releases about gambling, responsible gambling and harm minimisation from government, industry and other bodies in Australia and New Zealand.
Liquor Licence approved for resort at Crown's Barangaroo Casino (NSW)
The NSW Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority has approved an interim liquor licence for the resort at Crown’s Barangaroo casino. ILGA chair Philip Crawford said the Authority is considering a further two liquor licences for other non-gaming areas of the casino.
Gambling rates drop during height of COVID restrictions (FED)
Gambling rates in Australia dropped off significantly during the height of COVID-19 restrictions, before increasing again over the past six months, according to new research from The Australian National University (ANU).
Research finds minority ethnic communities are disproportionately impacted by gambling harms and have a higher demand for treatment and support (NSW)
New research commissioned by GambleAware has found that minority ethnic communities are disproportionately impacted by gambling harms and also have a higher demand for treatment. 75% of problem gamblers from minority ethnic communities say they want some form of treatment or support.
AUSTRAC releases junket tour operations money laundering and terrorism financing risk assessment (FED)
AUSTRAC has launched its money laundering and terrorism financing (ML/TF) risk assessment of the junket tour operations (JTOs) sector. The Junket Tour Operations in Australia: Money Laundering and Terrorism Financing Risk Assessment can be found on the AUSTRAC website.
Queen's Wharf Brisbane - the 100 weeks to go countdown is on (QLD)
The $3.6 billion, economy boosting, Queen’s Wharf Brisbane integrated resort will open in 100-weeks’ time. Deputy Premier and State Development Minister Steven Miles visited the site this morning where 50 bars, cafes and restaurants, four world-class hotels and up to 2,000 residential apartments...
Sustained drop in gambling frequency since pubs and clubs re-opened (FED)
A study presented at the Brain and Mind Centre Symposium 2020 shows that over six months from the early days of COVID-19 to November, gambling frequency reduced, signalling a window of opportunity post-pandemic. However, no changes were seen among those experiencing gambling problems.
Rule changes early Christmas present for NSW hotels and staff (NSW)
AHA NSW said the easing of restrictions announced by the NSW Government today were an early Christmas present for hotels, their loyal patrons and the thousands of people they employ. AHA NSW CEO John Whelan said moving to one person per 2sqm will immediately create more than 9,000 much-needed jobs...
Tabcorp ordered to pay $30,000 for advertising breach (NSW)
Tabcorp has been convicted and ordered to pay $30,000 in fines and costs for publishing an inducement to gamble or open a betting account on Instagram.
State Budget keeps Queensland Racing on track (QLD)
The 2020-21 Queensland State Budget will deliver a $42 million shot in the arm for Queensland’s racing industry. Racing Minister Grace Grace said the Budget spend includes $17.6 million for country racing clubs across Queensland as part of the six year $105.6 million Country Racing Program.
Cadets ‘racing’ towards promising careers in the industry (TAS)
Jane Howlett, Minister for Racing, says Tasmania’s racing industry is a vital part of the State’s social and economic vibrancy and it is important to provide career pathways for young people wanting to work in the industry.