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ACT - Gambling and Racing Commission
The Gambling and Racing Commission is an independent body that regulates the activities of the casino, gaming machines, lotteries, racing, betting and interactive gambling in the ACT.
Amongst its many activities is the provision of responsible gambling education awareness campaigns, research and other resources to support both industry and the community.
NSW - GambleAware
The Office of Responsible Gambling (OGR) is charged with the task of developing New South Wales responsible gambling strategy and provides public policy advice to the NSW Government. Its role encompasses the support and management of the Responsible Gambling Fund, Clubgrants Category 3 and Community Development Fund.
OGR objectives include the initiation and funding of research that provides the evidence base for responsible gambling policy, interventions and programs - including the provision of educational tools and awareness programs for the community.
The OGR's GambleAware website provides comprehensive information and resources for consumers and venues, including information about the support and treatment services available.
QLD - Gambling Help Queensland
Gambling Help Queensland is funded by the Queensland Government to deliver specialist support to people experiencing gambling problems, their families and friends.
The Gambling Help Queensland site provides a wealth of information to those interested in understanding more about responsible and problem gambling.
SA - Problem Gambling South Australia
Problem Gambling South Australia is supported by the Gamblers Rehabilitation Fund (GRF), a joint initiative of the Australian Hotels Association (SA), Clubs SA, Adelaide Casino and the Government of South Australia.
Administered by the Office for Problem Gambling within the Department of Human Services, the GRF was established to support programs and initiatives which aim to minimise harm from problem gambling, including funding of help services, community education programs and research.
The Problem Gambling SA website brings together a wealth of information encompassing prevention, early intervention, and counselling and treatment programs to assist gamblers, as well as family and friends.
TAS - Gambling Support Program
The Gambling Support Program (GSP) operates under the auspices of the Department of Communities Tasmania, providing a strategic framework to prevent and reduce gambling harm through community education, community grants, provision of services for people affected by gambling, policy development and research into gambling.
The GSP's activities are funded by the Community Support Levy (CSL) derived from a percentage of the gross profits from gaming machines in hotels and clubs.
The GSP works with many stakeholders across the sector, including treatment providers, the Tasmanian Liquor and Gaming Commission, and the Gambling Industry Group (comprised of representatives from the Department of Treasury and Finance Liquor and Gaming Branch, the Federal Group, the Tasmanian Hospitality Association, Registered Clubs Tasmania, and Tabcorp (Tatts Lotteries and UBET).
VIC - Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation
The Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation (VRGF) is a statutory authority created by the Victorian Parliament to deliver effective, evidence-based initiatives to prevent gambling harm and provide support for those seeking help.
It's role includes initiating and funding major research projects to inform its policies and programs, including the development of responsible gambling awareness campaigns and educational programs, funding Gambler's Help services and providing professional development for practitioners.
The Foundation has developed a collaborative relationship with stakeholders, including:
- Gambler’s Help community and health organisations
- Local organisations and community groups
- Sporting clubs, leagues and peak bodies
- Schools and youth-based organisations
- Universities and other research institutions
- Government stakeholders
- Gambling industry bodies
The VRGF website provides a comprehensive array of information, useful for gamblers, researchers, industry and professionals alike.
WA - GambleAware
This website provides practical tips to help you keep in control of your gambling.
It includes interactive pages that can help you find out more about problem gambling and signs of risky gambling.
It also provides advice on how to get back on track and take control of your gambling as well as where to find support