The year in review: the top five most-read stories of 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the stories that resonated most with you this year.
NSW clubs and pubs reject gaming reform plan
ClubsNSW and AHA NSW have criticised the recommendation for a mandatory statewide "account-based gaming system" to be introduced by 2028.
NSW govt not rushing to act on gaming reform report
A total of 30 recommendations were made by the Independent Panel on Gaming Reform.
ClubsACT hits back at ANU gaming machine research
The research paper claims the ACT clubs industry has not experienced any revenue losses from the removal of gaming machines in venues.
ClubsACT welcomes call for independent inquiry into clubs sector
The proposed inquiry is expected to reduce further gambling harm, while support a sustainable community club sector.
Unions NSW wants pokie numbers slashed further
Unions NSW insists the NSW government reduce poker machine numbers by at least 25,000 over the next five years.
NSW cashless gaming trial expands
The expanded trial will include around 4,500 machines across 28 clubs and hotels - nine times more than anticipated.
Community Clubs Victoria responds to mandatory gaming room closures
CCV CEO Andrew LLoyd suggested the mandatory gaming room curfew would push punters to the casino and to online gaming.
Victoria introduces mandatory closure period for gaming rooms
A bill has been introduced into Parliament looking to enforce a mandatory closure period each day for all gaming rooms - bar the casino.
NSW gaming reform panel gets to work
The first meeting focused on the framework and design of the upcoming cashless gaming trial, plus a broader reform roadmap.
Poker machine cuts as part of NSW reforms
NSW Government lowers the cap on poker machines entitlements across NSW by more than 3000.
Dale Hunt: “It is time to act”
Mounties CEO Dale Hunt says the opportunity to initiate gaming reform is now in the hands of clubs.