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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.
Attitudes to gambling - latest Victorian data (VIC)
Stigma remains a significant issue for people experiencing gambling harm, with more than 50% of adults who participated in the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation's 2017 community attitudes survey declaring most people would think less of a person who struggles with their gambling.
Office of Racing Integrity acting GM and Director of Racing (TAS)
Tasmanian Minister for Racing, Sarah Courtney, says highly regarded Tasmanian Police Inspector John King will act as Tasmania's General Manager of the Office of Racing Integrity and Director of Racing.
Mandatory code of practice - alcohol at gaming machines (TAS)
The Treasurer says the service of alcohol at gaming machines is a matter for the independent Tasmanian Liquor and Gaming Commission. Contrary to reports, individuals will still be able to drink while playing at gaming machines, however they will not be able to be served while at the machine.
New gambling ad rules for online streaming services (NAT)
ACMAuthority is consulting on new rules to restrict gambling advertising during live streamed sport. Until now, rules restricting gambling advertising have applied to broadcasting services only. The new include the banning of gambling ads during live sports streams between 5.00 am and 8.30 pm.
Foundation applauds Melbourne FC's bold decision to phase out pokies
The VRGF has welcomed Melbourne Football Club's announcement that it plans to divest itself of gaming machines as a source of revenue.
Turnbull Government to ban 'synthetic' lotteries and keno games (NAT)
The Government has announced it will introduce legislation to ban betting on online lotteries and keno. The Government has formed the view that permitting betting on these 'synthetic' lotteries, undermines the long-standing community acceptance of official lottery and keno products.
More regional grants to prevent gambling harm (VIC)
The Minister for Gaming and Liquor Regulation joined Member for Bendigo West to launch the VRGF's Prevention Grants for Regional and Rural Victoria. Grants of up to $50,000 will be made available for regional organisations to develop gambling harm prevention initiatives.
New Smart Phone ID To Leave The Card Behind (VIC)
Victorians can use mobile phones as proof of age through new technology developed by Australia Post. The Minister for Gaming and Liquor Regulation has approved the use of Keypass in Digital ID as an evidence of age document in all licensed venues across Victoria.
New Gambling Ad Rules Introduced (NAT)
Gambling advertisements will be banned during the broadcast of live sports between 5.00 am and 8.30 pm on commercial free-to-air TV, radio and pay TV. These new rules are contained in industry codes which have been registered by ACMA.
Pokie numbers will not rise under new laws (NSW)
NSW Minister for Racing Paul Toole has clarified that EGM numbers in NSW will not rise under proposed new laws. About 20% of NSW will become a 'no go' zone for additional machines, ensuring the number of machines in these high-risk areas can only ever fall.