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.

15 June 2020

Aussies back COVID cure cash splash to help fix economy (NAT)

The Australian National University (ANU), examined more than 3,200 Australians' views about the Government's COVID-19 policies. Of the four policies examined, funding for a vaccine or treatment received the most support. This was followed by opening up pubs, clubs and cafes.

14 June 2020

Statement from the Premier (VIC)

From next Monday, pubs and clubs will be able to host up to 50 seated patrons, with no requirement to purchase a meal with your drink, however you’ll need to give your contact details and table service restrictions will still apply. 

14 June 2020

Further COVID-19 restrictions set to ease from 1 July (NSW)

Restrictions imposed during COVID-19 will be further eased next month with strict social distancing rules.

14 June 2020

Foundation calls for applications to Grants for Gambling Research Program (VIC)

The Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation is inviting applications for funding under their Gambling Research Program (Round 11).  The program supports areas of study that inform the understanding of, response to, and advice to government on, gambling within the Victorian community.

12 June 2020

Tasmania reaches zero active cases and brings forward easing of restrictions (TAS)

Peter Gutwein, Premier, has thanked all Tasmanians for their hard work reaching a new milestone of zero active COVID-19 cases in the state. Stage 3 restrictions will now be brought forward to 26 June.

12 June 2020

Helping venues make the most of their space (SA)

More than 75 licensed venues across South Australia have been able to expand their footprint, under moves aimed at helping the hospitality sector make the most of easing restrictions on the size of public gatherings.

10 June 2020

Australian Gambling Research Centre - Gambling in Australia During COVID-19 Survey (NAT)

The Australian Gambling Research Centre (part of the Australian Institute of Family Studies) is conducting a survey to understand how Australians who gamble have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.  

05 June 2020

Stage Two restrictions begin to ease (TAS)

Peter Gutwein, Premier, says Tasmanians have done an outstanding job controlling coronavirus, enabling the easing of stage two restrictions to be brought forward to today at 3pm.

05 June 2020

COVID Safe Plans mean more customers for Qld businesses (QLD)

From today, more Queenslanders can be in pubs, restaurants, surf clubs and RSLs, cafes, gyms, campgrounds and hotels thanks to the approval of COVID Safe Industry Plans.

02 June 2020

Latest gambling industry statistics published (UK)

The UK Gambling Commission publishes Gambling industry statistics twice a year (in May and November).

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