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Resources and education

We provide resources to raise awareness in NSW about the risks and impacts of gambling. We want people make informed choices and know how to get help.

Resources and education

We provide resources to raise awareness in NSW about the risks and impacts of gambling. We want people make informed choices and know how to get help.

Preventing harm caused by gambling is something we can all be a part of.

You are in a position to identify people who may be experiencing problems with gambling. This section provides information on the risks, what to look out for, and how to provide them with the right support.

General Practitioners

You are likely to be treating patients who have issues caused by gambling. We have resources to help you compassionately support patients and their families.

Health and community workers

Gambling-related harm is a challenge faced by your community. We can help you screen for issues and compassionately support clients and their families.

Funding to prevent gambling harm

We fund programs and research designed to reduce gambling harm in NSW. Take a look at grants available right now, and who’s received them in the past.

Facts about gambling in NSW

Around half of all adults in NSW gamble every year. It’s mainly lotteries, followed by pokies, instant scratchies and race betting. So, where’s the harm?

Check out the research

We dig deep into the reasons people gamble, how technology is changing gambling habits, how gambling affects young people and how we can provide support.

Awareness campaigns, past and present

Over the years we’ve presented memorable campaigns to raise awareness of gambling, how it affects people and how they can access information and support.

GambleAware acknowledges Aboriginal people as the traditional custodians of the land and we pay respects to Elders past, present and emerging. GambleAware is an inclusive support service.

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