Australia introduces online online gambling counseling service

[The Buzz]

Australia is introducing a new online gambling counseling service that will provide support and advice to gamblers and their families.

Australians will have access to qualified gambling counselors who can provide assistance through either live online counseling or e-mail. The service is free and will operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

From the Gov Monitor:

“Making the decision to seek help about problem gambling can be difficult. Providing 24-hour anonymous assistance will encourage those concerned about their gambling to seek the help and support they need,” Ms Macklin said.

Ms Macklin said the new initiative would help gambling support services to keep pace with new technologies, such as online betting.

[Anthony]

Way to go Australia!

[ironman2000]

I second that motion Anthony.........................

I believe that this is a positive step into the right direction for the Australian Goverment to help Gamblers & families who have a problem.

http://www.aph.gov.au/library/intgui...ing_ebrief.htm

Very interesting reading indeed

have a great weekend to all

Keith

[cass]

Hopefully other countries will follow suit!


Cass
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