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GambleAware Week Facts about gambling in NSW For pubs, clubs and casinos For health and community workers For teachers and youth workers Funding to prevent gambling harm Check out our research Awareness campaigns

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

Everyone in NSW – and that includes you – can play an important part in reducing the impact of gambling-related issues on your family, your friends, your workplace and your community.

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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?

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For pubs, clubs and casinos

The industry has a responsibility to minimise gambling-related harm. Get access to training, support and best-practice guides for management and staff.

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For 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.

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For teachers and youth workers

The kids in your care see gambling all around them. You can access programs ranging from education to crisis support tailored for different age groups.

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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.

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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.

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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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