The Office of Responsible Gambling has launched a three-month campaign to highlight the impacts of risky gambling behaviour and how people can seek help.
Director of the Office of Responsible Gambling, Natalie Wright said that while the campaign featured light-hearted scenarios, it had a serious message and showed how some gambling behaviour could jeopardise relationships, jobs and children.
It was recently released on the GambleAware website.
“The campaign also encourages parents to check their children’s video games for any elements that promote gambling,” Ms Wright said.
“We want people to know they are not alone as there is a wide range of innovative self-help, support and treatment options available through GambleAware.”
Joining Ms Wright to launch the campaign, Minister for Hospitality and Racing, Kevin Anderson said the Office’s GambleAware website was a one-stop shop for information, education, support and treatment.
“The campaign focuses on the potential impacts of risky gambling behaviour on jobs, relationships and children and encourages people to reach out and get the support they need sooner rather than later,” Mr Anderson said.
“We know that people at risk of gambling harm can face difficulties in their personal relationships and at work with issues such as absences, lateness or lack of concentration,” he said.
“This campaign is designed as a thought starter to encourage people with, or at risk of, gambling harm to reach out to a family member or friend or check out the full range of information, support and treatment options available through GambleAware.”
Mr Anderson said GambleAware brought together all NSW gambling support, education and treatment services under the one banner and was focused on supporting the entire community, including people who may not face current challenges around gambling but may be at longer-term risk.
The Office’s GambleAware website can be accessed at this PS News link.
