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.
Reforms mean tighter controls over casinos (QLD)
New laws will increase scrutiny and improve the integrity of casinos in Queensland. The Casino Control and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2023, will enable the government to implement all recommendations outlined in the Review of the Queensland Operations of The Star Entertainment Group.
Funding announced for new Jockey Wellbeing app (VIC)
Jockeys will soon have access to an online platform that will support their mental health. Victorian Minister for Racing Anthony Carbines has announced the platform, which is being jointly funded by the Government’s Victorian Racing Industry Fund and Racing Victoria.
New outcomes framework report sets baseline for addressing gambling harm in Victoria
The VRGF's Reducing gambling harm in Victoria: Outcomes framework baseline report 2022 is now available. It is the first report against the Reducing gambling harm in Victoria: Outcomes framework 2022. Its purpose is to set a baseline against which future reports will measure progress.
Thousands of Australians sign up to the new National Self-Exclusion Register (FED)
BetStop – the National Self-Exclusion Register – is making a big difference to Australians at risk of experiencing online gambling harm, with almost 10,000 people registered since its launch in August 2023.
Launch of 2023-24 Community Support Fund Grants Program (TAS)
Additional support for projects or equipment that address gambling harm has become available with the opening of the Tasmanian Community Support Fund (CSF) Grants Program. An $800,000 funding pool is available for the 2023-24 grants program.
Helping South Australians spot the early signs of gambling harm (SA)
South Australia's Gambling Harm Ahead was developed in consultation with people with lived experience and urges gambling patrons and those around them, including family, to watch for signs that gambling may be problematic. It also offers guidance on how and where to go for assistance and support.
Understand how gambling works to prevent gambling harm (ACT)
This Gambling Harm Awareness Week (16 to 22 October 2023), Canberrans are encouraged to understand the nature of gambling products and to know the signs of gambling harm. To find out more visit www.everystorymatters.act.gov.au.
Punters being asked ‘What are you really gambling with?’ (WA)
Gambling Harm Awareness Week 2023 kicks off today in WA, targeting all forms of gambling including online, with social media posts, radio adverts and online commercials asking 'What are you really gambling with?'
GambleAware Week (NSW) What's Gambling Costing You?
This year's GambleAware Week asks What's gambling costing you? The week encourages people to think beyond the monetary costs of gambling. Gambling costs aren't just measured in dollars, but include time away from loved ones, impacts on physical and mental health, and community impacts.
Get ready for Gambling Harm Awareness Week 2023 (VIC)
Gambling Harm Awareness Week will be held from 16 to 22 October 2023. This year’s theme will continue to be Talk. Share. Support. Foundation activity will focus on supporting Victorians to have a conversation with someone whose gambling behaviour is becoming a concern.