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Responsible Gambling
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vicrgf
Victoria, Australia
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The foundation is here to help prevent and reduce harm from gambling in the community.
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 24 |
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Terrific to see @CityofMaroondah release a Gambling Policy - it's so important to get gambling harm on the public health agenda. This is a community issue and we applaud Maroondah for taking steps to minimise harm in their municipality. twitter.com/CityofMaroonda…
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beyondblue
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Not all relationships need words.
Read how pets can positively impact your wellbeing: bb.org.au/2Mr8ilC pic.twitter.com/G2sNMovPyz
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 23 |
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The Foundation's 2017–2018 annual report was tabled in the Victorian Parliament last week and is now available online. For a detailed account of the year that was - head to our website and have a read! responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au/about-us/annua…
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 19 |
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We’re proud to fund the innovative prevention projects run by @BanyuleCHS - today we’re behind the scenes discussing an exciting (soon to be launched) podcast series - stay tuned for the full video! pic.twitter.com/3W0lugyoqf
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 16 |
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The 2018 @VFL #SwisseVFLW & #PJVFL #LovetheGame Grand Final teams have been decided for the show down at @EtihadStadiumAU this Sunday! We're excited for a bumper day of footy between Hawthorn and Geelong Cats followed by Casey Demons vs Box Hill Hawks vfl.com.au/lovethegame-gr… pic.twitter.com/Z3LY70JHBE
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 16 |
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New restrictions on access to cash at gaming venues. From 19 Sept @VCGLR will enforce EFTPOS restrictions in-venue ($500 withdrawal maximum on any one debit or credit card within 24 hr window). Full details here: vcglr.vic.gov.au/news/access-ca…
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 12 |
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We're getting closer to that one day in September! A time to take the focus off the odds and enjoy the game in its pure form #LoveTheGame twitter.com/Richmond_FC/st…
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 12 |
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Today is @ruokday an annual reminder to stay connected & having meaningful conversations. If a family member, friend or colleague tells you they're not ok because of gambling we can help. Support is available 24/7 call Gambler's Help 1800 858 858. R U OK? gamblershelp.com.au/support-someon… twitter.com/ruokday/status…
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 11 |
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Hi @dominicmccarthy - @PointsBet_AU is licensed by the Northern Territory Racing Commission. Complaints about their service can be lodged here nt.gov.au/industry/gambl…
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VicHealth
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Sep 11 |
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Have you read the latest VicHealth letter? We cover how social media platforms have opened new opportunities for the promotion of alcohol, tobacco, junk food and gambling brands. Read more at bit.ly/2OV6fCW #topspin pic.twitter.com/lx37pyqu0Y
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 10 |
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For people experiencing harm from gambling chances are they're not feeling ok. Checking in & offering support is the right thing to do especially on @ruokday Visit our website for practical tips + info about steering the conversation #RUOKDAY #gamblingharm gamblershelp.com.au/support-someon… twitter.com/ruokday/status…
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 6 |
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New rules from @acmadotgov to restrict gambling advertising during online streaming, bringing online restrictions in line with the rules applied to tv and radio broadcasting responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au/about-us/news-…
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 6 |
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How the friends we keep influence behaviour. New research mapping the social networks of low and moderate risk gamblers unpacks the power social influence wields over tendencies to risk take and people's propensity to normalise certain behaviours responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au/resources/publ…
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Stephen Mayne
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Sep 3 |
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Good to see @vicrgf working with @Mamamia to produce this content guiding parents about managing the exposure of their kids to gambling mamamia.com.au/how-to-talk-to…
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 3 |
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CEO Louise Glanville has accepted an appointment with Victoria Legal Aid. We thank Louise for her leadership over the past 18 months and welcome interim CEO Janet Dore who will commence her role with the Foundation from mid October premier.vic.gov.au/victorian-resp… pic.twitter.com/vmZwW7eDUN
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 3 |
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New Zealand: It's Gambling Harm Awareness Week! Our friends @PGFNZ have a bumper program in store including a 'pause the pokies' initiative. The theme for NZ's #GHAW2018 is 'Take time out from gambling, put time into Whānau', Māori for extended family choicenotchance.org.nz/gambling-harm-…
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 2 |
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Community instigated gambling curfews + a willingness to acknowledge the normalising affect school-yard games like 'holey-holey' have on young people. The remote community of Kalumburu are working together to prevent gambling harm and we think it's great! abc.net.au/news/2018-09-0…
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Responsible Gambling
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Sep 2 |
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Front of mind—in this edition CEO Louise Glanville recaps Foundation news for the month of August. Speaker presentations from our Gambling Harm Conference are now available for download & we look ahead to Gambling Harm Awareness Week Mon 8 - Sun 14 Oct responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au/about-us/news-…
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 26 |
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Reminder! Gambling Harm Awareness Week is 6 weeks away. We're offering funding for community organisations & sporting clubs to host themed events/activities to raise awareness of gambling harm - learn how you can get involved #GHAW2018 responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au/reducing-harm/… pic.twitter.com/RY6qAXsxHb
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 23 |
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Commission refuses application for additional 20 pokies at Lynbrook Hotel @VCGLR responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au/about-us/news-…
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 21 |
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What kind of drinker are you? Great resource from our friends at @VicHealth - helping Victorians tune in to their drinking behaviour and identify their drinking 'persona' yourdrinkingprofile.com.au twitter.com/VicHealth/stat…
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 21 |
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We are committed to putting real stories at the core of our work, that's why we're forming a lived experience committee. Have you experienced gambling harm, either directly or through a loved one's gambling? Use your experience to help others responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au/about-us/who-w… pic.twitter.com/ei5t1hF8Br
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 21 |
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NZ: Pokies to be 'paused' during Gambling Harm Awareness Week (3 - 9 September) with over 70 venues participating @PGFNZ scoop.co.nz/stories/PO1808…
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 16 |
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August is Tradies National Health Month. Funded by the Foundation and developed by @Incolink the Gambling Harms program educates young building and construction apprentices about the harms associated with gambling #tradieshealth incolink.org.au/wellbeing-supp… twitter.com/QBCCBuildBette…
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 16 |
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We're seeking a Clinical Partnerships & Projects Advisor. Are you a strong collaborator with experience delivering therapeutic interventions in a clinical setting? Do you have a contemporary knowledge of evidence based clinical treatments? Apply now! jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/jobs/VG-DJ6375B pic.twitter.com/g5Liu3Cicg
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 15 |
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That's a wrap! Thank you to everybody who contributed to our Gambling Harm Conference #TakingAction2018. Stay tuned in the coming days for links to presentations plus video highlights including interviews with guest speakers. pic.twitter.com/aj8BKg4xvw
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 14 |
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Findings from new @CQUni studies presented during day 3 of #TakingAction2018 show young men vulnerable to betting inducement ads including 'bonus bets' & 'stake back offers' delivered via direct marketing channels such as SMS responsiblegambling.vic.gov.au/about-us/news-…
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 14 |
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Neavin Broughton @PGFNZ proposes a Human Rights approach that indigenous peoples’ might take to defeat the ngāngara (vile reptile) that gambling inflicts on Māori communities #TakingAction2018 gamblingharmconference.com.au/speakers/neavi… pic.twitter.com/QefDMCYuE2
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 14 |
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Mateship. Dignity. Hope. Today's guest understands the importance of looking good to feel good. @StreetsBarber uses his hairdressing skills for good - providing homeless people with complimentary haircuts. Live stream his session NOW! #TakingAction2018 streamgate.co/gambling-harm-… … pic.twitter.com/IzSasdfipf
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Responsible Gambling
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Aug 13 |
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REMINDER! Tomorrow is the last day of our #TakingAction2018 conference. If you haven't been able to join us in Geelong, don't fret! You can still join us virtually by live streaming presentations from @StreetsBarber and @PGFNZ streamgate.co/gambling-harm-… pic.twitter.com/fwqSNloPGX
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