Problem Gambling Foundation New Zealand
NEW Zealand's Problem Gambling Foundation has lost the bulk of its government funding after the country's Health Ministry opted to switch to another provider.
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The foundation, the largest provider of problem gambling services in Australasia, says the move will cut its funding by about 75 per cent.
The foundation provides free counselling for problem gamblers and a dedicated public health team to address issues in the community.
The non-profit organisation, which employs 63 people and has 12 offices across the country, receives about $4 million a year.
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'The effect of this decision will be to silence our voice,' chief executive Graeme Ramsey said.
'We have spoken out on behalf of our clients and communities against the harm from gambling caused mainly by pokies and casinos. Our aim has been to build healthy communities free from gambling harm.'
He said the move came after the ministry said it had received a 'superior offer'.
But opposition parties claim the foundation is losing the funding because it opposed the government deal that allowed the Skycity casino an extra 230 pokie machines, 40 more gaming tables and a 35-year extension to its gambling licence in return for building a national convention centre.
Originally published asNZ gambling problem service loses funding
Gambling can be a harmless entertainment activity from which people derive personal enjoyment and which provides other positive social effects. The proceeds from non-commercial gambling provide significant funding for a wide variety of community purposes. If well directed, these funds can enhance empowerment, participation and the quality of life across all types of communities.
However, gambling also has adverse effects on many individuals, their families and their communities. From time to time, the prevalence and impacts of problem gambling in New Zealand are the subject of misinformed comment. In the interests of informed discussion, the Department, in consultation with the Ministry of Health, has compiled some key facts based on current research and other data.
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