Problem Gambling Foundation

Māori Theatre Company Te Rākau Hua O Te Wao Tapu Trust present 'Unreel', a creative project centred on the negative impacts of electronic gaming (pokies) on families.

"It is our collective hope that the vibrance and musicality of Unreel not only entertains, but also provokes thought and stimulates kōrero about the social cost of gambling," the company says.

The show will be going on tour from 30 September - 14 October 2024. Ticket prices vary from $10 to $25 with a koha option too.

Interested? Find out more at https://www.terakau.org/unreel

Today, 10 September, is World Su***de Prevention Day. We know through research that high-risk gambling behaviour is associated with increased risk of su***de.

When it comes to prevention, public health must work to develop effective, preventive measures to address the underlying reasons for the intersection of gambling harm and suicidality.

If you or a loved one is experiencing suicidality, you can phone Lifeline Aotearoa at 0508 828 865.

If either you, or someone you know, is in immediate danger, please call emergency services immediately on 111.

If you’re wanting to test your risk of gambling harm, PGF Services offers a free, confidential online screener that gives you a personalized report at the end.

You will get a comparison of your gambling against other people in New Zealand, and will learn more about your motivations to gamble.

At the end of the test, we also offer the option of sharing your results and talking it over with a gambling counsellor.

Visit: https://screener.pgf.nz/gambling-survey to take the test! 💙

Thank you for sharing your story, Colin 💙

‘I'll never get the time back’: Ex-rugby player lost everything to gambling 👇

Whether it's for you, your kids or your wider whānau, online gambling blockers can be effective in helping limit gambling spending and giving you more time to spend on things that you love. 💙

If you'd like to take a stand against gambling ads that target our most vulnerable, sign the parliamentary petition today: https://petitions.parliament.nz/194f725c-f3af-4054-8d70-08dcb730c1aa

To celebrate Gambling Harm Awareness Week, we're giving everyone a chance to win one of four Frank Green Essential Gift Sets!

Here's all you need to do:

💙 Tag a friend in the comments of the second image👇
💙 One tag = one entry
💙 Check back with us at 4.00pm NZST Tuesday-Friday to see if you're a lucky winner! 😉

Good luck!

In a true tale of community action, Frasertown residents successfully rallied together to stop pokies from moving into their small town. Their petition garnered over 1000 signatures within a matter of days!

Read Frasertown's success story here: https://www.nzherald.co.nz/hawkes-bay-today/news/frasertown-community-wins-fight-to-stop-pokies-moving-to-town/YKDD2VHTZBHI7LZFXFWSWMIJWQ/

You may be seeing less of those TAB ads on your screens going forward!

Problem Gambling Foundation spokesperson Andree Froude said it had confronted the company about its advertising campaign, schedules for which have since been adjusted.

You can read the full article here: https://www.thepress.co.nz/business/350348822/tab-adjusts-advertising-schedule-after-problem-gambling-foundation-voices

With news breaking today that SkyCity will close its gambling operations for five days due to breaches of host responsibility, it’s important to remember that this has happened because someone gambling at the casino has been harmed.

Read the full blog post here:

Blog article • Problem Gambling Foundation Problem Gambling Foundation

At PGF Services, counselling is free of charge to anyone affected by harmful gambling.

Our counsellors are available Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm via call, text or via our website chat function. Alternatively, you can email via [email protected].

We know it can be hard to ask for help, but if gambling is affecting your life, we can help you get back on track.

Shout out to Matua Bar! The establishment removed all 7 of their pokie machines last week in a move to protect their local community.

Pokies are the most harmful and addictive form of gambling. In 2023, Tauranga City alone lost $39.9 million on Class 4 gambling.

You can read the full article at: https://www.nzherald.co.nz/bay-of-plenty-times/news/taurangas-matua-bar-removing-pokies-says-regulars-back-idea/GD56FOCUNNAAJHIT2GZ7SWA2YI/

Ngā mihi o Matariki, te tau hou Māori! ⭐ ✨

If you aren't sure whether your gambling has become harmful to yourself or your family and friends, take five and complete our quick, anonymous test.

Head to: https://screener.pgf.nz/gambling-survey 💻

In 2023, 61% of all pokie losses came from the pockets of Aotearoa's most deprived communities.

Our Pokies by Numbers stat sheets for 2023 are available now. Learn how much your district lost on Class 4 gambling at pgf.nz/resources.

Nearly $1.1 billion was lost on Class 4 pokies in Aotearoa last year, the highest loss ever recorded in NZ.

Our Pokies by Numbers stat sheets for 2023 are available online now. Learn how much your district lost on Class 4 pokies at pgf.nz/resources.

Some Māori social media influencers are promoting online gambling by sharing promo codes and special discounts.

But another Māori influencer, Pairama Wright, has taken to his platform to share his own experiences with gambling, and says it’s the gambling operators that should be held to account for asking influencers to promote gambling to a specific demographic.

Click the links below to learn more:
“It’s kino” - Māori influencers refuse to promote online gambling sites.
https://www.teaonews.co.nz/2024/05/28/its-kino-maori-influencers-refuse-to-promote-online-gambling-sites/

Some Māori social media influencers promote online gambling. https://www.teaonews.co.nz/2024/05/27/maori-social-media-influencers-promote-online-gambling/

There's still time to register for IGC2024 before late fees apply! 👀

Visit: https://www.internationalgamblingconference.com/registration

We can't wait to welcome you! 😊

Curious about what we've been up to this past quarter? Look no further: the PGF quarterly newsletter is just around the corner! Many changes and new faces in the sector, as well as recent legislative developments, have kept PGF busy these last few months. Sign up to our newsletter to stay up to date with all things PGF 😊

Thank you “Richard” for sharing your experience to help others.

It takes strength, resilience and bravery to take that first step.

Harmful gambling is a public health issue and absolutely not about “individual responsibility”.

Read more: https://pgf.nz/blog/a-journey-of-recovery

📆 Kangaroos, Soccer, Brendan McCullum, Paul Sinha...and more.

This is our year in review: https://zurl.co/yTI5

Ngā mihi mo ngā hararei!
We hope you all have a safe and happy holiday.

Thinking about something to read over the summer break?

📖 Check this out!

This is a must-read for those committed to fostering positive outcomes for individuals and communities affected by problem gambling in Aotearoa New Zealand.

read more: https://zurl.co/NnEK

Let's talk real about a pressing issue that's hitting close to home—youth and gambling harm.

Read more: https://zurl.co/6wig

ICYMI - Here's 250 dollarbucks to share some kindness 💲💲💲

Share your ideas on how to be kind to yourself and those around you, and if your suggestions are featured, you'll get the chance to gift a $250 Prezzi Card.

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Stuff: Former Wellington Phoenix striker Paul Ifill has revealed he gambled about £2 million ($4.1 million) during his playing career.

Read more: https://zurl.co/umMY

BONUS: watch the full interview from James Marshall's "What a Lad" podcast here - https://zurl.co/b3aU

🏏🌏 🏆 - Good luck to the in tonight's ICC Cricket World Cup men's semi final.

For everyone else who is watching: remember that no matter who wins, keep your focus
on the game...not the gambling.

As part of World Kindness Day, we would like to share your ideas on how to be kind to yourself and those around you.

The best suggestions will be shared on our social media channels.

Take part in this quick questionnaire, and if your suggestions are featured, you will have the chance to gift a $250 Prezzi Card to someone or an organisation you want to share kindness with.

We won’t share your name or details with anyone outside of PGF without your permission.

Click here to find out more: https://zurl.co/orGG

Our 2023 Kindness Survey You have a chance to give a gift of a $250 Prezzy Card