Local Government Resource - Problem Gambling

Problem Gambling
Resource for Local Government

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

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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.

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Page last updated: 29 September 2009