Total losses from NSW pubs are $0.9 billion or nearly $10.5 million daily (44% of total losses).

Total losses from NSW clubs are $1.2 billion or nearly $13.2 million daily (56% of total losses).

Shocking statistics confirm reform is needed This is nothing short of a public health crisis,” says Cameron. These numbers confirm that is exactly what is happening. “Treasury predicted a sharp jump in gambling tax revenue driven by a stronger-than-expected recovery in gaming machine revenue.

The gambling industry is estimated to be causing harm to 900,000 to 1.7 million people across NSW. “We’re talking about enormous losses, but they are the best proxy we have to measure gambling harm. However, any hope is an illusion, and the predatory pokies industry is positioned in every town and suburb to take advantage of people who may be vulnerable. “People experiencing financial hardship can be drawn into gambling, hoping for a win to afford groceries and pay the rent. “More than $2 billion lost to pokies in just three months is unthinkable when people are struggling with escalating food, fuel and energy prices,” says Cameron. Wesley Mission CEO and gambling reform advocate Rev Stu Cameron says the losses are obscene and cement the need for real and urgent reforms. Comparatively, daily losses have increased from $21.3 million to $23.7 million. New data released by Liquor and Gaming NSW shows total community losses increased in the third quarter of 2022 to $2.18 billion from 86,568 poker machines in NSW clubs and pubs. Nicole and Gerald’s story: Building a loving home.Jean and Liesl’s story: friendship blooms from an unexpected place.Ethan’s story: Gratitude and giving back.Colleen and Dan’s story: The gift of family.The Change Makers – National Volunteer Week 2023.Help older women leave homelessness behind for good.Wesley Disability Employment Services has closedįind a supportive community near you.Upcoming employment and training programs.Opportunity Pathways – Social Impact Investment.Helping people take charge of their energy bills.True or false: common perceptions about homelessness.

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