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Levies on unhealthy products reduce disease and heal the budget deficit

Terry Slevin – PHAA CEO As a result of the pandemic that has changed our lives, some are suggesting that … More

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On Cup eve, young women identified as high-risk group for problem gambling

Jeremy Lasek – PHAA Over the next 24-hours, Australians will gamble more than $200 million on a horse race. Last … More

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Re-opening gambling venues will create serious health risks

State governments are planning to reopen pokie venues due to heavy lobbying by the gambling industry. However, there a number of public health issues which need to be addressed to ensure reopening these venues will not endanger the health of those who use or work there.