GambleAware Week at Tradies - Gymea

GambleAware South Eastern Sydney
9 am - 4 pm. Free event.
57 Manchester Rd, Gymea NSW 2227

We are having a GambleAware presence at one of the most popular poker machine venues in the Sutherland Shire. 

For more information, please attend Tradies Gymea.

GambleAware Week Showcase - Goulburn

GambleAware Illawarra & Southern NSW
9 am - 12 pm. Free event.
Service NSW Goulburn, 267 Auburn Street, Goulburn NSW, 2580.

The GambleAware Illawarra & Southern NSW team will have a pop-up showcase kiosk at Services NSW in Goulburn.
We have a wide range of information and resources to share on how we can support you to be gamble aware and how anyone affected by gambling can access free and confidential support.

For more information contact Joseph Lyons on 0436 944 701 or at lyonsj@missionaustralia.com.au

Let's Talk About Gambling Information Session - Wallsend

GambleAware Hunter & New England with Hope Street Wallsend
10 am - 12pm.  Free Event
Wallsend.

This talk will help people understand the risks and harms associated with gambling, why it can be addictive and how to manage responsible gambling.

For more information contact - Tammy on  0473 817 324 or email tgribbin@catholiccare.org.au or visit GambleAwareHNE

The Wheel Truth about Gambling - Albury

GambleAware Murrumbidgee
10 am - 12pm.  Free Event.
QE2 Square, Dean St Albury.

A table of collateral, experts on hand, an opportunity to win a prize if you take a spin with the Wheel Truth about Gambling!

Just drop by, or for more information, call 02 6021 7099

Wheel of Misfortune' - Bathurst

GambleAware Far and Western
10:30 am - 1:30 pm. Free event.
Panthers Bathurst, 132 Piper St, Bathurst NSW 2795 

A fun and interactive way of starting a conversation about Gambling harm, whilst providing information for individuals, families and friends about 'What's gambling really costing?' and where they can receive support. 

For more information, contact 1300 798 258

GambleAware Week Roundtable - Bankstown

GambleAware South Western Sydney
1:30 pm - 3 pm. Free event. Registration required.

Do you work with clients and community? Do you often find yourself having hard conversations with clients and service users about money and relationships? Well then we'd love to hear from you!
Join the GambleAware South-West Sydney team in conversation about gambling harm. We will be sharing about what our service does everyday and how we might be able to help you. More importantly, we want to hear from YOU! What kinds of gambling harm do you see in your work, if any? What could be done differently? How can we move towards a reduction of gambling harm in our community? 

To register or for more information, contact kaitlyn.sturges@sydney.edu.au

The Panel - Coffs Harbour

GambleAware Mid and Northern NSW
2 pm - 3:30pm. Free event. Registration required.

'The Panel' is an open invitation to community members, support services and elected members and promises to an afternoon of engaging discussions, during which attendees will gain insights from three distinguished experts, each offering a unique perspective on what gambling is really costing the communities of Mid and Northern NSW on a daily basis. 
Our panelists include Vince Jensen, a Senior Counsellor at GambleAware Mid and Northern NSW, Ashley Gordon, the Manager of NSW Aboriginal Safe Gambling Services, and Aunty Carol, an esteemed Aboriginal Health Worker based at Coffs Harbour Health Campus.

To register or for more information, visit lifelinenorthcoast

Life Skills: Money Managed - Mona Vale

GambleAware Northern Sydney & Central Coast
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm.  Free event. Registration required.
Mona Vale Library.

Join our financial counsellor for a free interactive workshop for young people. Learn financial tips and budgeting skills to implement today, and set yourself up with money habits for life.

Learn how gambling is targeting young people, the real chances of winning, and what you could be doing with your money instead.

To register or for more information, visit northernbeaches

Gambling harms information evening - Wyong

Wyong Neighbourhood Centre in conjunction with Wyoming Community Centre
6 pm - 7 pm. Free event. Registration required.

Come to a friendly information evening to learn more about gambling in Australia and on the central coast, harmful gambling, who can be at risk of harmful gambling and where to get support if you or someone you know if affected  by gambling.

To register or for more information, please contact 4326 7359 or 4323 7483. 

The Juniors - Kingsford

GambleAware South Eastern Sydney
9 am - 4 pm. Free event.
558A Anzac Parade, Kingsford NSW 2032

An interactive table will be set up with generic quizzes to engage venue participants to better their understanding of gambling harm (chance to win prize at the end). Opportunity to engage with gambling and financial counsellors, along with multiple GA collateral.

More information will be available at the event.

St George Leagues Club - Kogarah

St George Leagues Club
9 am - 4 pm. Free event.
St George Leagues Club, 124 Princes Hwy, Kogarah NSW 2217

Interactive gambling harm quizzes with opportunities to engage with gambling and financial counsellors.. 

More information will be available at the venue.

Trivia Morning! - Erina

GambleAware Northern Sydney & Central Coast - Wesley Mission
9:30 am - 11:30 am.  Free Event. Registrations required..

GambleAware Week begins 16th October, during Mental Health Awareness Month, so we are inviting you to take some time out and refresh with a morning of fun, learning and friendly competition. 

Test your knowledge, win prizes and enjoy some light refreshments as you mingle with other service provider and have plenty of laughs..

To register or for more information, visit eventbrite

GambleAware Week Information Stall – Blacktown

North West Community Services Inc.
10 am - 2 pm. Free event.
Blacktown Civic Plaza, Blacktown NSW 2148.

This event aims to discuss gambling harm and encourage for free confidential support for anyone affected by gambling.

For more information, contact NWCS on 9627 3622 or visit nwcs or facebooknwcs

LeaderLife GambleAware Week Morning Tea- Dubbo

LeaderLife
10 am - 11 am. Free event.
11 Collina Ave Dubbo NSW 2830

Join us for a morning tea. We will have resources available about gambling and a morning tea. 

For more information, contact LeaderLife on 02 6881 8756

Information stall - Bega

Wellways Bega
10 am - 2 pm. Free event.
Littleton Gardens, Zingel Place, Bega 

Free sausage sizzle and activities.
The GambleAware Illawarra & Southern NSW team will have a stall in Littleton Gardens, Bega, to coincide with Mental Health Month & Carers Week.
We have a wide range of information and resources to share on how we can support you to be gamble aware and how anyone affected by gambling can access free and confidential support.
Join us for a day to connect with residents, carers and community services in the Bega Valley.

For more information, contact Joseph Lyons 0436 944 701 or lyonsj@missionaustralia.com.au

GambleAware Week Roundtable - Liverpool

GambleAware South Western Sydney
1:30 pm - 3 pm. Free event. Registration required.

Do you work with clients and community? Do you often find yourself having hard conversations with clients and service users about money and relationships? Well then we'd love to hear from you!
Join the GambleAware South-West Sydney team in conversation about gambling harm. We will be sharing about what our service does everyday and how we might be able to help you. More importantly, we want to hear from YOU! What kinds of gambling harm do you see in your work, if any? What could be done differently? How can we move towards a reduction of gambling harm in our community?

To register or for more information, contact kaitlyn.sturges@sydney.edu.au

Life Skills: Money Managed - Manly

GambleAware Northern Sydney & Central Coast
5:30 pm - 6:45 pm.  Free event. Registration required.
Manly Library.

Join our financial counsellor for a free interactive workshop for young people. Learn financial tips and budgeting skills to implement today, and set yourself up with money habits for life.

Learn how gambling is targeting young people, the real chances of winning, and what you could be doing with your money instead..

To register or for more information, visit northernbeaches

Cabramatta Freedom Plaza: Coffee and a Chat - Cabramatta

Fairfield City Health Alliance Gambling Working Group & GambleAware South Western Sydney
8:30 am - 12 pm. Free event.
Freedom Plaza, Cabramatta, NSW, 2166.

GambleAware South Western Sydney will be working with the Fairfield City Health Alliance Gambling Working Group to engage the community with an interactive stall in the heart of Cabramatta, Freedom Plaza. This event is open to the public and will give members of the community an opportunity to receive information while having a coffee and a chat with GambleAware staff about gambling harm and support.

For more information contact kaitlyn.sturges@sydney.edu.au

GambleAware - Miranda

GambleAware South Eastern Sydney
9 am - 4 pm. Free event. 
Miranda Westfields, 600 Kingsway, Miranda NSW 2228.

A community stall will be present at Westfields Miranda to help increase the community's awareness of gambling harm- with opportunities for interactive quizzes to increase community engagement. 

More information will be available by attending Westfields Miranda.

GambleAware at Westfields - Bondi Junction

GambleAware South Eastern Sydney 
9:30 am - 3:30 pm. Free event.
Westfields Bondi Junction, 500 Oxford St, Bondi Junction NSW 2022.

A community stall will be present at Westfields BJ to help increase the community's awareness of gambling harm- with opportunities for interactive quizzes to increase community engagement. 

More information will be available by attending Bondi Junction Westfields.

Financial Wellbeing & Literacy Workshop - Homebush

Community Action for Better Living (CABL) & Strathfield Council / Library
10 am - 12 pm. Free event. Registration required.

Learn about:
Budgeting & financial sustainability
Debts - the Good, the Bad & the Ugly
Reducing financial stress

To register or for more information, contact Shanan Kelly (CABL) at shanan@cabl.org.au

You Can't Ask That Information Session - Online 

GambleAware Hunter & New England
10:30 am - 11:30 am.
Online via Zoom.  Free event but requires registration.

This event allows people to speak directly to a Gambling Counsellor and ask questions about everything you want to know about GambleAware, gambling support, what happens in counselling sessions and SMART Recovery groups.

To register, visit Eventbrite or contact Tammy on  0473 817 324 or email tgribbin@catholiccare.org.au

Let's Talk Gambling Workshop - Mayfield

GambleAware Hunter & New England and the Hunter Woman's Centre
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Mayfield. Free event but registration required.

This workshop will help people understand the risks and harms associated with gambling, why it can be addictive and how to manage responsible gambling.

To register, visit Eventbrite or contact Tammy on  0473 817 324 or email tgribbin@catholiccare.org.au

Gambling Harms and Financial Warning Signs webinar for community workers - Online

Prosper (Project Australia)
2 pm - 3:30 pm.
Free online event. Registrations required.

This presentation is for community professionals to assist with their understanding and support of clients who may be impacted by gambling. The webinar provides a general introduction to GambleAware, definitions and indicators of gambling-related harm, treatments and how to seek support, warning signs of financial abuse, gambling harms, scams and predators, and an overview of financial counselling.

For more information or to register, visit Zoom

Health workers' webinar about gambling harm - Online

Prosper (Project Australia)
2 pm - 3:30 pm.
Free online event. Registrations required.

Health workers will learn about GambleAware's service delivery model and their free and confidential services, along with tips to starting conversations about gambling and referring both those who gamble and affected others to appropriate help.

For more information and to register, call Dr Reina Michaelson at Prosper (Project Australia) on 0415 461 383

Gambling Information Stall - Hornsby

GambleAware Northern Sydney & Central Coast
3 pm - 6 pm. Free event.
Hornsby Library, 28-44 George Street, Hornsby NSW 2077

Someone from GambleAware will be available to speak with each day to answer any questions about gambling harm and the supports available. On the Wednesday this will include a mandarin speaker. 

For more information, contact cathy.ellis@wesleymission.org.au

GambleAware Week Showcase - Shellharbour

GambleAware Illawarra & Southern NSW
4 pm - 6 pm. Free event.
The Shellharbour Club, Cnr Wattle & Shellharbour Rds, Shellharbour NSW 2529

The GambleAware Illawarra & Southern NSW team will have a pop-up showcase stall in the foyer of The Shellharbour Club.

For more information contact Joseph Lyons on 0436 944 701 or at lyonsj@missionaustralia.com.au

Free clothing and goods event - Campsie

Prosper (Project Australia)
9 am - 1 pm. Free event. Registration required.
34 North Parade, Campsie NSW 2194.

This free clothing and goods event is for those impacted by gambling harm. Come along and collect free clothing, nappies, toiletries, kitchenware, linen, toys, small household items and other essential items of need. 

Easts - Bondi

Easts Bondi
9 am - 4 pm. Free event.
Easts Bondi, Easts Tower, Level 1/93-97 Spring St, Bondi Junction NSW 2022

Gambling and financial counsellors available to interact and engage with the venue patrons who may be experiencing gambling harm and the help that is available. 

More information will be available by attending the venue.

Gambling in migrant communities - Understanding risks from the migration and settlement journey - Camperdown

GambleAware Multicultural Service and GambleAware Central Sydney
9 am - 11:30 am. Free event. Registration required.

The aim of this event is to enhance your understanding of the increased risk resulting from the migration and settlement journey and the shame and stigma.

To register or for more information, visit eventbrite

Host Responsibility: Creating a Culture of Care - Tweed Heads

Twin Towns Clubs & Resorts
9 am - 3 pm. Free event. Registration required.
Twin Towns Club, Tweed Heads NSW 2485.

One day harm minimization conference for industry representatives and support services. Guest speakers, panel discussions and lunch.

For registration or information, visit twintowns.

Prosper Project's Help Hub - Campsie

Prosper (Project Australia)
9 am - 1 pm. Free event. Registration required.
The Rotary Community Centre, 34 North Parade, Campsie, New South Wales, 2194.

The Rotary Community Centre, 34 North Parade, Campsie, New South Wales, 2194.Prosper’s Sydney Help Hub provides emergency relief to members of the community who are experiencing poverty or financial hardship.
Prosper provides a range of supports but these may vary depending on availability of items and other factors. In general, we may be able to provide you with clothing, food, toiletries, nappies, and small household items.

To register or for more information, visit prosperprojectaustralia

Newtown Neighbourhood Centre One Stop Shop - Newtown

Newtown Neighbourhood Centre
10 am - 12 pm.
1 Bedford Street, Newtown New South Wales 2042

Newtown Neighbourhood Centre hosts a weekly One Stop Shop from the Newtown Mission. It brings together a hub of essential services (eg Centrelink and Housing NSW), who can provide face-to-face assistance to all members of the community. This year, GambleAware Central Sydney will be hosting a stall at the 19 October One Stop Shop.

For more information, visit newtowncentre

Balranald Health, Wellbeing and Support Services Expo - Gamble Aware week

Maari Ma Health Balranald together with Strengthening Community Access, Inclusion and Wellbeing Advisory Committee to Balranald Shire Council
11 am - 3 pm. Free event.
Theatre Royal - Market Street, Balranald NSW 2715

Balranald will be showcasing organisations who service the local community in the health, wellbeing and support space. We will also be focusing on Gamble Aware week, which will be evident in talks and stalls across multiple organisations. 

For more information, check out our flyer on Maari Ma Health Balranald Facebook page, or call us on (03) 5020 0009. 

Let's Talk Gambling Information Session - Belmont

GambleAware Hunter & New England and Belmont Neighborhood Centre
11:00 am - 1:00 pm. Free event.
Belmont Neighbourhood Centre

This talk will help people understand the risks and harms associated with gambling, why it can be addictive and how to manage responsible gambling.

For more information contact Tammy on  0473 817 324 or email tgribbin@catholiccare.org.au or visit GambleAwareHNE

What you need to know about gambling: Gamble Aware Week - Online

Australian Institute for Human Wellness
1 pm - 1:45 pm. Free event.
Online via Zoom.

Dr Anastasia Hronis, clinical psychologist and founder of the Australian Institute for Human Wellness will be running a webinar. Anastasia's main area of clinical practice and research is in gambling. 

For more information,  visit Australian Institute for Human Wellness or contact on 02 9553 1842 or at info@ausihw.com.au

GambleAware Week Roundtable - Campbelltown

GambleAware South Western Sydney
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm. Free event. Registration required.

Do you work with clients and community? Do you often find yourself having hard conversations with clients and service users about money and relationships? Well then we'd love to hear from you!
Join the GambleAware South-West Sydney team in conversation about gambling harm. We will be sharing about what our service does everyday and how we might be able to help you. More importantly, we want to hear from YOU! What kinds of gambling harm do you see in your work, if any? What could be done differently? How can we move towards a reduction of gambling harm in our community?

To register or for more information, contact kaitlyn.sturges@sydney.edu.au

Gambling Information Stall - Hornsby

GambleAware Northern Sydney & Central Coast
3 pm - 6 pm. Free event.
Hornsby Library, 28-44 George Street, Hornsby NSW 2077

Someone from GambleAware will be available to speak with each day to answer any questions about gambling harm and the supports available.

For more information, contact cathy.ellis@wesleymission.org.au

Penrith Men's Walk & Talk - Penrith

Penrith Men's Walk & Talk
7 pm - 9 pm (approx finish). Free event. No registration required, just turn up.
124/585 High Street, Penrith New South Wales 2750

Every Thursday evening, men from the Penrith area meet up to support each other through life's challenges. On 19 October, GambleAware Blue Mountains and Western Sydney will be joining the walk and talk to raise awareness of and encourage seeking help for gambling harm.

For more information, visit facebook

GambleAware Club Central - Hurstville

GambleAware South Eastern Sydney
9 am - 12 pm. Free event.
Club Central Hurstville, Level 3/2 Crofts Ave, Hurstville NSW 2220 

A stall will be present to help increase the venue's awareness of gambling harm- with opportunities for interactive quizzes to increase engagement. FC + GC available to speak with and engage with the venue regarding their concerns to problem gambling.

More information will be available by attending the venue.

Information Stall - Narrabeen Mental Health Market

GambleAware Northern Sydney & Central Coast
9 am - 12:30 pm. Free event.
North Narrabeen Farmers Market, 1472 Pittwater Rd North Narrabeen 2102.

Join us at the North Narrabeen Farmers Market to learn about our local mental health services on the Northern Beaches with representatives of more than 15 local services there on the day. There will be lots of activities, including the Pioneer Clubhouse Band, a smoking ceremony, drumming circle, some gentle yoga, face-painting at lots more.

For more information, please visit northernbeaches

Let's Talk About Gambling Information Session - Windale

GambleAware Hunter & New England and HopeStreet Windale
10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Free event.
 HopeStreet Windale

This talk will help people understand the risks and harms associated with gambling, why it can be addictive and how to manage responsible gambling.

For more information contact Tammy on  0473 817 324 or email tgribbin@catholiccare.org.au or visit GambleAwareHNE

Information session and  Q&A - Online

GambleAware Murrumbidgee
11 am - 12 pm. Free online event. Registration required.

An informative one hour, online event for service providers across the Murrumbidgee followed by Q&A time.
Guest speakers Ashley Gordon Manager GambleAware Aboriginal Service, Maria-Lujza Ghysczy Manager of GambleAware Multicultural Service, Melody Pascoe Anglicare Financial Counsellor, Kaily Goodsell Manager GambleAware Murrumbidgee & Julie McDermott GambleAware Practitioner Counsellor. 
Supports Services to feel comfortable in asking their clients about their gambling & place a referral if needed.
All Service Providers across the Murrumbidgee welcome to attend.

To register or for more information, email julie.mcdermott@vt.uniting.org

GambleAware Week Showcase - Unanderra

GambleAware Illawarra & Southern NSW
11 am - 1 pm. Free event.
Wests Illawarra, 1 Hargreaves St, Unanderra NSW 2526.

The GambleAware Illawarra & Southern NSW team will have a pop-up showcase in the foyer of Wests Illawarra.

For more information, contact Joseph Lyons on 0436 944 701 or lyonsj@missionaustralia.com.au

Community Awareness Event – Inverell

Pathfinders & GambleAware Hunter New England
11 am - 2 pm. Free event.
Campbell Park, Inverell NSW 2360

Service Providers will set up information stands relating to mental health, AOD, family and youth support, personal well being, financial hardship and general health. The information being provided is related to barriers that can extend from people experiencing Gambling risks. The event has a live band to entertain community and a free BBQ lunch. Service Providers have opportunity to hold an activity on the day.

For more information, contact Leanne Brown on 0418236048 or leanneb@pathfinders.ngo