We offer support, advice and information to people affected by gambling. Public Health approach to gambling harm. Contact us on 03 9653 3250 for more info.
Melbourne, Victoria
Joined May 2018
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Gambler's Help City and Inner North Melbourne retweeted
“Why should a 10-year-old know the logo, jingle, and odds of sports betting ads, which are an adult product. They’ve never watched @AFL, @NRL without thinking it’s associated with sports betting” #qanda youtu.be/D9njCTz_4N0
Gambler's Help City and Inner North Melbourne retweeted
Let’s talk about #GamblingHarms
The Too Hard Basket - Gambling related suicides sbs.com.au/news/podcast-epis…
@ReformGambling
Gambling advertising has 3x it’s spend.
The number one concern we hear from the community around #gambling is ‘there’s too many gambling ads on TV’.
The community knows advertising influences behaviour.
Did you know you can have a say? #haveyoursay @acmadotgov
Sports betting is the fastest-growing gambling product in Australia.
The advertising spend on gambling is more than 3X that of alcoholic beverages.
Love the Game clubs say NO to sports betting sponsorship because kids should be allowed to #LoveTheGameNotTheOdds
Gambler's Help City and Inner North Melbourne retweeted
Today’s young adults are the 1st generation exposed to mass marketing of gambling products throughout their lifetime. @vicrgf's ‘Be ahead of the game’ school program shows them how gambling ads work, the harms gambling can cause and where to seek help: bit.ly/32p18XU
Gambler's Help City and Inner North Melbourne retweeted
Neuroscientist @JCHorvath @UniMelb explains that a near-win when you gamble can activate the brain in the same way as a win. That’s why it can seem exciting, even when you lose. Learn more about gambling and your brain: bit.ly/3pl0dkl
Some great tips around #Christmas stress
You may be feeling anxious about the #festive season. Last minute shopping, increased spending & heightened expectations of those close to you can make it a challenging time.
Here are some ways to reduce your '#Christmas stress'.
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Who do you think has the responsibility to reduce gambling harm in our community? #gamblingharm
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Gambler's Help City and Inner North Melbourne retweeted
If you’re finding it harder than usual to make changes to your gambling at this time of year and would like some extra #support, our #counsellors can help! Chat live with one of our professional counsellors, anywhere and anytime. gamblinghelponline.org.au/ta…
For more tips about reducing the impact of your or someone else’s gambling check out Gambler’s Help and @GamblingHelpAU
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Crown unfit to run Melbourne casino, royal commission finds smh.com.au/business/companie…
If this news is triggering please reach out 24/7 to Gambler’s Help 1800 858 858 @GamblingHelpAU
Gambler's Help City and Inner North Melbourne retweeted
Do you Love the Game, not the odds?
It’s time to #EndGamblingAds.
So good seeing major @AFL teams @AFLPlayers and @FansAFL getting behind this.
#Gambling ads have no place on our screens.
#AFL #AusPol lovethegame.vic.gov.au/issue…
Nearly 1/3 of sports betting is by men aged 18-24.
That could be you, your mate or your son.
🥎 and betting, don’t have to go together!
Understand the risks. Love the game, not the odds. #sportsbetting
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Money worries due to gambling are a sign to reach out and talk to someone. Confidentially and in a safe space.
Check out the link to find all the different ways to reach out.
gamblinghelponline.org.au/
Do you have money worries related to gambling?
95% of people felt more in control of their finances after working with Gambler’s Help.
Find out more about our free & confidential financial counselling available: gamblershelp.com.au/get-help…
Gambler's Help City and Inner North Melbourne retweeted
ABC News (Australia): Perth's Crown casino under pressure to limit opening hours to prevent problem gambling "[Y]ou become so dependent on the dopamine triggers and all of the brain chemistry triggers that you get from gambling and from gambling machines"
abc.net.au/news/2021-05-03/p…
Are you being gamed? Are #lootboxes gambling?Check out @4corners Monday night or on demand on iview #GamblingTwitter
Are You Being Played? #4Corners investigates the $175 billion video game business. An excellent 4Cs reporting debut for @lucethoughts Monday @4corners
Are you 18+ and gamble on horse racing? Help support research with @UniMelb ⬇️
We're looking for 20 people to tell us what affects their online gambling decisions, & how mental health affects this, for a new @unimelb study.
Open to people 18+ years who have gambled on horse racing.
Please contact Lachlan Cameron
Email: [email protected]
Gambler's Help City and Inner North Melbourne retweeted
Are you concerned about your gambling and would like to chat with someone that understands? Our professional #counsellors are here to chat 24/7. Our service is free, confidential and anonymous. We are here to help!
gamblinghelponline.org.au
The Royal Commission into Melbourne Crown Casino's suitability to hold a casino licence in Victoria, is now accepting submissions. The deadline is 26th April @4pm.
See the link for details, if you need help making a submission to the Royal Commission.
rccol.vic.gov.au/submissions
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If you are concerned about your own/someone else's #gambling, access free, confidential 24/7 support 1800 854 858 @GamblingHelpAU @triplej
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