Pubs and clubs in Lower Hutt to ‘pause the pokies’ for Gambling Harm Awareness Week
Seven pubs and clubs in Lower Hutt have agreed to ‘pause the pokie machines’ for one hour in recognition of Gambling Harm Awareness Week, 4-10 September 2017.
The move is part of a campaign run by the Problem Gambling Foundation, Mapu Maia, Asian Family Services and the Salvation Army Oasis to raise awareness about the harm caused by gambling and particularly pokies.
The Problem Gambling Foundation’s health promoter, Therese Grevatt, says every venue in Lower Hutt with pokie machines was invited to take part in the campaign.
“We are really pleased that seven venues have chosen to take part and support Gambling Harm Awareness Week,” she says.
“Venues have an important role in providing effective host responsibility for their patrons, looking for any signs of harmful gambling and intervening if necessary.”
“We’ve had such a positive response to this idea from people who live and work in Lower Hutt so we encourage the community to let the venues know that they appreciate their efforts this Gambling Harm Awareness Week.”
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