Gambling Harm Minimisation Policy

Consultation has concluded

Draft Gambling Harm Minimisation Policy and Action Plan 2018-2022

Wyndham City has a long-standing commitment to reducing the harm associated with all forms of gambling, especially Electronic Gaming Machines (EGMs or ‘Pokies’).

We recognise the cost to our community is not just financial loss, but also has devastating impacts on the health and wellbeing of individuals, families and businesses throughout our City.

In the 2016/2017 financial year, the Wyndham community lost over $97 million dollars on EGMs. This draft policy outlines our position on gambling and reflects the community’s concerns regarding gambling and its effects on the wellbeing of the community.

The Gambling Harm Minimisation Policy has been adopted by Council.

We thank you for your responses to our survey and feedback.

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Draft Gambling Harm Minimisation Policy and Action Plan
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Who's listening

Lucy Midolo

Team Leader Community Health, Wellbeing and Safety

Phone: 03 9742 0863

Email: lucy.midolo@wyndham.vic.gov.au

Timeline

Timeline item 1 - complete

Open

7 March: The draft policy and action plan is open for comment and feedback
Timeline item 2 - complete

Under Review

4 April: Contributions are closed for evaluation and review. Feedback will be incorporated to finalise the document.
Timeline item 3 - complete

Final document

The finalised document will be presented to Council for adoption.
Timeline item 4 - active

Adopted by Council

The Gender Harm Minimisation Policy has been adopted by Council.

Contact Us

Phone	1300 023 411
Email	mail@wyndham.vic.gov.au
Website	www.wyndham.vic.gov.au
In writing	45 Princes Highway Werribee, VIC 3030

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Acknowledgement of Traditional Custodians

Wyndham City Council recognises Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first Peoples of Australia. We acknowledge the Bunurong and Wadawurrung Peoples as Traditional Owners of the lands on which Wyndham City operates. The Wadawurrung and Bunurong Peoples have and always will belong to the Werribee Yalook (river), creeks, stars, hills and red clay of this Country. We pay respect to their Ancestors and Elders who always have, and always will, care for Country and community today and for future generations.