VICTORIA LEADING THE WAY ON RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING
Source: Victoria. Minister for Gaming. Media Release
"The Brumby Labor Government has set a national benchmark for responsible gambling by legislating to ban automatic teller machines from gaming venues and mandate pre-commitment capabilities for gaming machines. At Ministerial Council on Gambling in Brisbane, Gaming Minister Tony Robinson urged other Australian jurisdictions to follow Victoria’s lead by developing strategies to limit access to cash in gaming venues and identify best-practice approaches to reducing the harm caused by problem gambling.“The Brumby Labor Government is taking action to create a progressive and accountable gambling industry, where risks to individuals and the broader community are addressed and people are empowered to take control of their own gambling,” Mr Robinson said.“Victoria is the only Australian state removing ATMs from gaming venues. This ban and the introduction of pre-commitment technology are key initiatives to tackle problem gambling. "