The ACT Government has been clear with the community that we would reduce the number of poker machines in the territory to 4000 and today we set out the pathway of how we will achieve this reduction.
Community clubs are only required to contribute 8% of gaming machine revenue to community contributions That leaves them with 92% to spend as they want. Community expects transparency & independence: https://t.co/gVfznr6zje https://t.co/cUWeUrT8ns @Gordon_R_Ramsay
'Bombarded by an excess of ads, invitations, promotions and inducements delivered via smartphone, TV, computer, billboards and at matches, a large majority — 75 per cent — of kids aged 8–16 years believe that betting on sport is normal. ' https://t.co/HGpqHdaZfd
The professional services available for those experiencing gambling problems (and their friends and family) are free. Find out more here: https://t.co/2JTZXfU2hL
You Can't Ask That asks gambling addicts the awkward, inappropriate or uncomfortable questions you've always wanted to know the answers to, but never had the guts to ask. This episode is definitely worth a watch! https://t.co/vFaNylWObe
The majority of young Australians gamble before they reach adulthood; between 60 -80% of teenagers will have gambled in some way. Teenagers are believed to be five times more likely than adults, to develop gambling problems. https://t.co/mRmieg2BMQ
It can be hard to tell if someone is facing harm from gambling, as physical and other symptoms are not always very obvious. but there are some signs that can be useful indicators. https://t.co/zghOJlzQcx
We are proud to launch the redeveloped At Odds website, designed to help young people who are concerned about the gambling activities of their friends or family. We will be posting videos and other resources over the coming months also! https://t.co/wLN2COrxUL