NSW Government Launches New Gambling Awareness Campaign

The NSW Government has launched a new GambleAware campaign, Safer Gambling, Stronger Communities, aimed at preventing and reducing gambling harm in Aboriginal communities across the state.

Using culturally meaningful animations created by young filmmakers at the Jumbunna Institute for Indigenous Education and Research, the campaign encourages Aboriginal people to reflect on their gambling and make safer choices.

Office of Responsible Gambling (ORG) Director Alison Parkinson said the campaign, which will run until June across traditional media and digital platforms, directs viewers to the GambleAware website where they can access further information and support services.

“We know that gambling harm disproportionately affects Aboriginal communities, which is why this campaign is so important,” Ms Parkinson said.

“It speaks directly to First Nations people in a way that is culturally relevant and meaningful.”

The initiative is backed by the Hospitality and Racing Group’s new Aboriginal Stakeholder Strategy which partners with Aboriginal communities to deliver culturally responsive programmes and policies.

Ms Parkinson said it is vital Aboriginal communities have access to the right support, with important messages delivered directly to them.

“By empowering First Nations communities with knowledge and resources, we can help break the cycle of gambling harm and advance closing the gap towards a safer, healthier future for generations to come,” Ms Parkinson said.

ORG has allocated $100,000 from the Responsible Gambling Fund to support the initiative.