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This section contains links to media releases about gambling and responsible gambling from government, industry and other bodies in Australia and New Zealand.
Public hearings to be held as part of the Star Casino's licence review (NSW)
Public hearings will be carried out early next year as part of a review of The Star Casino. The review started four weeks ago after Adam Bell SC was appointed by the Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority (ILGA).
GHAW: Overcoming stigma is key to overcoming gambling addiction
SSI says that Gambling Harm Awareness Week (October 18-24) is the ideal time to start a conversation about the negative effects of gambling, share ideas to prevent gambling harm, and find ways to support people who experience harm.
Increased crowd capacity for the remainder of the spring racing carnival (NSW)
The NSW Government has confirmed up to 10,000 double-vaccinated spectators will be able to attend the upcoming Golden Eagle at Rosehill and the Bentley Cup on Melbourne Cup Day at Royal Randwick, creating valuable jobs and giving the economy a major boost.
GHAW: Online bets won’t beat the COVID blues (ACT)
With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, Gambling Harm Awareness Week (18 to 24 October) is a timely reminder for Canberrans to consider the impacts gambling may have on themselves and the people they care about and to seek support if they are experiencing the signs of gambling harm.
It’s GambleAware Week so ‘Let’s Talk Gambling’ (NSW)
As part of GambleAware Week you can listen to a new podcast series: ‘Let’s Talk Gambling’. In the podcasts the director, Natalie Wright, speaks to experts about being GambleAware, what to look out for and what you can do to help yourself and those around you.
Listen to the podcasts here.
Crown Royal Commission final report to be delivered
The Royal Commission into the Casino Operator Licence will hand its final report to the Governor of Victoria tomorrow after months of public hearings examining whether Crown Melbourne is suitable to hold a casino licence.
National research reveals online habits double in a decade
The Second National Study of Interactive Gambling in Australia surveyed more than 15,000 Australians and found 17.5% of adults had gambled online in 2019, up from 8.1% in 2010.
The Commonwealth and State/Territory Governments are currently implementing the National Consumer Protection Framework...
TAB sale process resumes with new invitation for expressions of interest (WA)
The State Government has recommenced the Western Australian TAB sale process to secure the long-term future of the State's racing industry. The sale process was well progressed prior to the onset of COVID-19, but was subsequently suspended due to the uncertainty caused by the pandemic.
Regional racing back on track (NSW)
The NSW Government has welcomed the return of crowds of up to 5,000 people to regional racecourses and tracks as the state strengthens its commitment to economic recovery.
Interim liquor licences approved for Crown's Barangaroo Casino (NSW)
The NSW Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority (ILGA) has today approved three interim liquor licences for Crown’s Barangaroo resort that were due to expire on 31 October 2021. ILGA chair Philip Crawford said the liquor licences had been issued on an interim basis and will expire on 30 June 2022.