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Getting to know new CEO Shane Lucas
In this Q&A, Shane reflects on his first few weeks as CEO of the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation and provides some insights into what’s important to him.
Cultural connection to reduce gambling harm
Listening to the stories of Aboriginal people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) communities is important to reducing gambling harm.
Addressing the blurry line between monetised gaming and gambling
The Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation partnered with the Alannah & Madeline Foundation to co-design parent workshops to equip parents with the relevant gaming knowledge and have conversations about gambling within gaming.
Funding opportunity for researchers
Applications are now open for the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation’s Grants for Gambling Research Program.
New CEO For Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation
The Minister for Consumer Affairs, Gaming and Liquor Regulation, Marlene Kairouz today announced the appointment of Shane Lucas as the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation’s new Chief Executive Officer.
Participants needed for LGBTIQ+ gambling study
People who identify as LGBTIQ+ are invited to participate in a new study examining their gambling experiences.
Early career researcher grants announced
Five new projects have been awarded a total of almost $250,000 as part of the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation’s early career researcher grants.
Personal stories of recovery: gambling harm podcast
A new podcast exploring the depths of gambling-related harm through the eyes of people who have recovered has been launched at Banyule Community Health.
Chinese New Year brings a fresh start
Luck plays big part in Chinese culture, especially at Chinese New Year, when revellers gamble to ensure a lucky year ahead rather than to win money. We talk to two organisations working to help Victoria’s Chinese communities avoid gambling harm in the Year of the Pig.
New 14-day verification rules for online betting accounts
New national rules have commenced that reduce the customer verification period for new online wagering (betting) consumers from 90 days to a maximum of 14 days.
Cashless gaming commences at Victorian venues
Recent changes now enable Victorian hotels and clubs to provide cashless gaming to their customers.
Australian Racing Fact Book 2017–2018 edition published
A Guide to the Racing Industry in Australia 2017–2018 outlines the key results and statistics from the Australian thoroughbred sector.
Reclaim your life with the 100 Day Challenge
What would you do in 2019 with the time and money you could save by taking a break from gambling? The Foundation’s 100 Day Challenge advertising campaign will be on air until mid-February.
Commission grants application for additional six pokies at Ballarat Golf Club
On 24 December 2018, the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation approved an application from Ballarat Golf Club Inc to increase the number of pokies at the Ballarat Golf Club from 28 to 34.
Look after your welfare and your wallet this holiday season
Christmas can be a stressful time of year. It's a time when routines are disrupted and financial demands increase, which can put pressure on your personal relationships and affect your mental health.
Commission grants application for additional 30 pokies at Geelong RSL
On 10 December 2018, the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation approved an application from Geelong RSL Sub-Branch Inc to increase the number of pokies at the Geelong RSL in the City of Greater Geelong from 42 to 72.
Commission refuses application for additional pokies at Altona RSL
On 4 December 2018, the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation refused an application from Altona RSL Sub-Branch Inc to increase the number of pokies at the Altona RSL from 58 to 80.
Feedback sought on Victorian keno licence
The Department of Justice and Regulation is seeking the community's views on current and future keno licensing arrangements in Victoria.
Australian government completes inquiry on loot boxes
The Environment and Communications References Committee of the Australian Senate has completed its inquiry into the extent to which gaming micro-transactions for chance-based items, sometimes referred to as 'loot boxes', may be harmful.
Post-2022 gaming machine entitlements allocated
The Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation has updated its Entitlements Register to show hotel and club venue operators allocated entitlements to operate gaming machines from August 2022