The NSW Office of Responsible Gambling (ORG) has urged people not to gamble using overseas gambling sites such as casino games and slot machines.

NATIONAL:  The Australian Government has launched the new voluntary coronavirus app, COVIDSafe, an important public health initiative to help keep you, your family and your community safe from further spread of coronavirus through early notification of possible exposure.

NORTHERN TERRITORY:  The Territory Labor Government is providing community clubs, pubs, hotels and casinos who support thousands of Territory jobs with taxation relief to support their businesses through the COVID-19 shut down.

VICTORIA:  The temporary closure of a range of businesses in response to the COVID-19 pandemic means that many Victorians who are required to stay at home for an extended period will be looking to fill a void in their lives.  The Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation anticipates an increase in...

NATIONAL:  ASIC intervened when the betting agency Sportsbet began offering bets over the S&P/ASX 200 Index following concerns that the bets constituted a financial product that Sportsbet was not licensed to offer. The product was consequently withdrawn. 

Victoria has extended the State of Emergency directives to combat COVID-19.  The current stage three restrictions will now remain in place until at least midnight 11 May 2020.

Premier, Mark McGowan, says new laws to support Lotterywest retailers, players and the community will be introduced into the State Parliament today as part of further State Government measures to buffer the COVID-19 impact and inject more relief funding into the community.

The Morrison Government’s $130 billion JobKeeper Payment was passed in Federal Parliament on 8 April 2020. This unprecedented level of financial support will save millions of jobs and keep businesses in business.

Jane Howlett, Tasmanian Minister for Racing, has announced support for the racing industry today confirming a significant support package for the state’s racing industry of around $2 million per month. 

Carlton & United Breweries and the Australian Hotels Association have teamed up to help Australian pubs and clubs survive the coronavirus crisis through the Love of Your Local campaign www.loveofyourlocal.com.au