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AGRC COVID-19 Gambling Research Biased, Says RWA

The newest COVID-19 gambling research by the Australian Gambling Research Center (AGRC) outlined a staggering increase in the gambling activities in the country. But the research caught the attention of the Responsible Wagering Australia who rejected the results, deeming the research biased. The AGRC COVID-19 Gambling Research A recently revealed survey by the Australian Gambling […]
AGRC COVID-19 Gambling Research Biased, Says RWA
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Bank Australia Slams Credit Cards for Gambling and Gaming

Credit cards are now suspended for Bank Australia consumers who want to use them for gambling or gaming purposes. Bank Australia Suspends Credit Card Payments to Gambling Operators Bank Australia has become the latest financial institution to slam the use of credit cards for transactions involving gambling and gaming operations. The decision is part of […]
Bank Australia Slams Credit Cards for Gambling and Gaming
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Gambling Cards May Be Devastating for Pubs and Clubs, Warns Former NSW Labor Leader

According to the former NSW Labor leader, Michael Daley, the newly proposed gambling cards may be devastating for pubs and clubs. The leader of Shooters, Fishers and Farmers, Robert Borsak, and Bankstown Labor MP Tania Mihailuk also oppose the gambling cards. Gambling Cards May Be Devastating for Pubs and Clubs According to the former New […]
Gambling Cards May Be Devastating for Pubs and Clubs, Warns Former NSW Labor Leader
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Study Claims Frequent Gambling Messages Limit Player Losses

A new study by Sally M. Gainsbury and Robert M. Heirene of the University of Sydney, Australia examined how gambling messages promoting limits impact the behavior of gamblers. Study Examines How Gambling Messages Impact Gambling Behavior A new pre-print study by the Brain & Mind Center, School of Psychology, Science Faculty, University of Sydney, Australia […]
Study Claims Frequent Gambling Messages Limit Player Losses
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One Nation and NSW Green Forge Alliance to Enforce Cashless Poker Machines

NSW Green and One Nation are prepared to work together on enforcing a new cashless payment technology for poker machines. The move comes as a part of an overall push to minimize gambling-related harm in the state. NSW Green and One Nation Join Forces to Protect Poker Machine Consumers One Nation and NSW Green are […]
One Nation and NSW Green Forge Alliance to Enforce Cashless Poker Machines
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Domestic Violence Related to Problem Gambling, Says Study

Australia’s National Research Organization for Women’s Safety released new research looking into the relationship between gambling and domestic violence. Although gambling does not initiate domestic violence, it undoubtedly exacerbates it, says the study. A New Research Focuses on Gambling and Its Relation to Domestic Violence New research published earlier this week by Australia’s National Research […]
Domestic Violence Related to Problem Gambling, Says Study
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Aussie Athletes Speak out Against Abuse by Gamblers

Professional athletes in Australia share their concerns about an increasing abuse by angry gamblers. Among negative comments, some online users are even posting death threats. Australian Athletes Speak Out of Abuse by Punters Abuse by gamblers against professional athletes is a popular topic in Australia recently. Professional players from different sports are now speaking out […]
Aussie Athletes Speak out Against Abuse by Gamblers
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Business

Gambling Addictions Fuel Corporate Profits for Foreign Bookmakers

Australian gambling harm preventing organization, Alliance for Gambling Reform, is determined to spearhead another push for the government to place a ban on gambling advertising, outlaw inducements to gamble and ban credit cards for online gambling, The Sydney Morning Herald reports. The fresh call for a federal government crackdown on gambling from the harm-preventing organization […]
Gambling Addictions Fuel Corporate Profits for Foreign Bookmakers
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IBIA Calls for Introduction of In-Play Betting in Australia

Australia’s Sports Wagering Scheme (ASWS) designed to boost sports betting integrity would need to consider adding in-play betting and strengthen racing betting regulation, the International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has cautioned. IBIA Calls for In-Play Betting Options and Boosting Sports Integrity The International Betting Integrity Association (IBIA) has launched an appeal for in-play betting opportunities […]
IBIA Calls for Introduction of In-Play Betting in Australia
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Crown Resorts Takes Cashless Payments for Test-Run at Perth

Responding to “societal changes” and hurrying up to adapt to the COVID-19 world, Crown Resorts announced that it would use cashless payment options at Crown Perth. The intiative is currently in test mode and will start on Monday, July 27. Crown Perth to Launch Cashless Payment Test Starting on Monday, casino guests at Crown Perth […]
Crown Resorts Takes Cashless Payments for Test-Run at Perth