Early Intervention
The promotion, early intervention & prevention initiatives of the Queensland Responsible Gambling Strategy underpin policies which are designed to:
- promote responsible gambling
- prevent gambling related problems within the general community and within at-risk groups
- provide interventions targeting people showing signs of gambling related problems.
What are the characteristics of a responsible gambler?
A responsible gambler:
- Sees gambling as entertainment not a job.
- Doesn't take gambling too seriously.
- Only gambles with money set aside for entertainment, never with money for rent or food.
- Never borrows money to gamble, either from friends, money set aside for other things or credit cards.
- Sets limits on the amount of time and money they will spend.
- Sticks to these limits and walks away when they are reached.
- Recognises that you can't win in the long run and doesn't try to chase a win.
- Is relaxed and sociable.
- Is aware of family and friends.
- Is happy to take frequent breaks.
The responsible gambler doesn't let the game play them.
How is the Queensland Government supporting responsible gambling?
Gambling Help services – funding 24-hour Gambling Helpline and confidential face-to-face help services are available around the State.
Click here for more information on the Gambling Help service
National on-line gambling counselling service – supporting provision of this new service.
Click here for more information on the National on-line gambling counselling service.
The Responsible Gambling Code of Practice - supports responsible gambling choices in gambling venues and applies to all gambling sectors including hotels, clubs, casinos, TAB, keno, racing, lotteries, charitable and non-profit gambling and bingo. The Code of Practice provides a proactive whole-of-industry approach to the promotion of best practice in the provision of responsible gambling.
Research - dedicated funding for research into gambling issues and responsible gambling.
Responsible Gambling Advisory Committee (RGAC) - consists of community, industry and government representatives who work together to provide advice on, and develop and assist in implementing responsible approaches to gambling. This group is committed to ensuring gambling is a safer activity.
Education - on October 14 2004, the former Treasurer launched the Queensland Responsible Gambling Teaching Resource Kit which provides a collection of education support materials that specifically target young people from ages 9 to 17. The Teaching Resource Kit provides activities which allow students to explore the legislative context of gambling, as well as the gambling industry. Consequently, a more holistic picture of the environment in which gambling operates is provided, as well as the risks associated with the activity.
Responsible Gambling Community Awareness Campaign – State-wide campaign targeting low to moderate risk gamblers.
Click here for more information on the Awareness campaign.
Player Information Project – educates people on the real ‘odds of winning’.
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‘Wanna Bet’ Campaign – in venue signage targeting problem gamblers.
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Last reviewed 14 October 2009
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