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Problem Gambling

Resource for Local Government


To assist Territorial Authorities with their Class 4 and TAB gambling venue policy reviews.

Download this publication: Problem Gambling Resource for Local Government

This resource includes:
  • information about gambling legislation and the roles of various Government departments in New Zealand
  • the role of the Territorial Authorities in reviewing their gambling venue policies (including what they are required to do, what they may choose to do, and what they cannot do)
  • gambling venue policy options for Territorial Authorities
  • background information on the economic and social impacts of gambling and problem gambling in New Zealand
  • guidance on the statistics that could be used to inform gambling policies, based on available and well-referenced research
  • guidance on how the Territorial Authority could best present the statistical information (using tables, graphs, and/or charts) so that it is easily understood.
link to gambling helpline website.


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