The New South Wales Opposition says there are better ways of tackling problem gambling than halting pokie machines on the sacred day.
alone", following a failed bid by some New South Wales MPs to ban poker machines being played on the sacred day.
Independent member for Sydney, Alex Greenwich, yesterday spearheaded the proposed amendment to the retail trading legislation, which would force pubs and clubs to close their gaming rooms on Anzac Day.Greenwich insisted the proposed ban would not include the traditional game of two-up.Anderson said the move, supported by a group of independent and Greens MPs, tried to politicise the sacred day for veterans.
"There is no evidence to suggest switching off poker machines for one afternoon would haveany positive impact in addressing problem gambling."There are about 87,000 poker machines in operation across the state, according to Wesley Mission.Byron Bay Bluesfest 2025 to be last edition of one of Australia's longest-running major music festivalsThe Minns government is due to report in November on a cashless gaming trial in clubs across the state.
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