Surging pokies revenue proves NSW Labor has failed to reduce gambling harm as promised, advocates say (opens original article in a new tab)

Anti-gambling advocates criticize NSW Labor for increasing pokies revenue despite promises to reduce gambling harm, with revenue projected to rise significantly by 2029-30. The government has not implemented key reforms like cashless gaming and has not addressed recommendations from a gaming reform panel.

• NSW Labor government faces criticism for surging pokies revenue despite promises to reduce gambling harm
• Pokies revenue is projected to rise from $1.6bn to $2.2bn by 2029-30
• Anti-gambling advocates accuse the government of failing to implement promised reforms like cashless gaming and reducing machine numbers
• Government has not responded to 30 recommendations from the Independent Panel for Gaming reform