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Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation given new advocacy and policy role
On 2 March 2016, amendments were made to the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation Act 2011, including a new advocacy and policy role for the Foundation.
Commission grants application for 80 pokies at Sale Greyhounds
On 5 January 2016, the commission heard an application from Sale and District Greyhound Racing Club Inc to increase the number of pokies at the Sale and District Greyhound Racing Club in the Shire of Wellington from 70 to 80.
Tigers latest club to say no to sports betting partnerships
Richmond Football Club is the latest team to join the majority of Victoria's AFL clubs in saying no to sports betting partnerships as part of a movement to separate gambling from the game.
Commission publishes community benefit statement figures for 2014–2015
33 per cent of net gaming revenue in 2014–2015 was claimed for community purposes.
VCGLR releases latest pokies expenditure figures – player loss continues
On 22 January 2016, the Victorian Commission For Gambling and Liquor Regulation released its latest pokies expenditure figures.
Commission refuses application to increase pokies at the Sporting Legends Club
On 23 December 2015, the commission refused an application to increase the number of pokies at the Sporting Legends Club in the Shire of Wellington.
Stars and Renegades unite to separate betting from the ball
Today both Melbourne Big Bash cricket teams signed a commitment to protect young people from the risks of gambling as part of the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation's sporting clubs program.
Clubs on board with separating gambling from the game
A majority of Victorian AFL clubs, including three-time flag winners Hawthorn, along with Hyundai A-league premiers Melbourne Victory, have today signed a commitment to protecting young people from the risks of gambling.
Community objectors to be considered in EGM planning permit applications
On 12 October 2015, the Planning and Environment Amendment (Recognising Objectors) Act 2015 came into effect.
Sport and gambling today - Are we loving the odds more than the game?
A panel of prominent Victorians, including AFL Premiership medal holder and former gambler Brent Guerra, Western Bulldogs President, Peter Gordon and Melbourne Victory chief, Ian Robson, will debate the issue of sport and gambling in the modern age at a forum next week.
Victorians lose $2.572 billion on pokies in 2014-2015
The Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation (VCGLR) has released figures on pokies expenditure for the 2014-2015 financial year.
Commission grants application for additional 10 pokies at the Wantirna Club
On 18 June 2015, the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation heard an application from Richmond Football Club Ltd to increase the number of pokies at the Wantirna Club from 87 to 97.
Commission refuses application for additional pokies at the Dromana Hotel
On 29 January 2015, the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation heard an application from Molwin Pty Ltd to increase the number of pokies at the Dromana Hotel from 41 to 50.
Sports stars share their regrets to champion Bet Regret
For every problem gambler in Victoria, there are three to four others who are at risk of developing problems.
Hawks and Vixens join forces on responsible gambling
AFL Premiers Hawthorn Football Club and Trans-Tasman League Premiers the Melbourne Vixens have joined forces with the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation to promote responsible gambling.
Punters urged to avoid 'Bet Regret'
The feelings of loss, guilt and regret are at the heart of a new campaign launched by the Victorian Responsible Gambling Foundation today that puts a name to those familiar feelings, reminding gamblers to stay within their limits.
Changes to Crown casino levy and taxes
A number of changes were recently made to the operation of Melbourne's Crown casino, including the introduction of new levies and taxes.
A-league players look after their teammates when it comes to gambling
A-league players have been learning how to look after themselves and their teammates when it comes to gambling from foundation's 'Gambling's not a game' team as part of the Professional Footballers Australia (PFA) player inductions.
VCAT sets aside VCGLR decision and grants application for additional pokies at the Braybrook Hotel
On 25 September 2014, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) granted the application by the Bakers Arms Hotel Pty Ltd to increase the amount of pokies it operates at the Braybrook Hotel from 31 to 45.
Commission grants application for additional 20 pokies at the Pakenham Hotel
On 18 August 2014, the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation heard an application from Castello Pakenham Hotel Pty Ltd to increase the number of pokies at the Pakenham Hotel from 50 to 70.