Gambling

RACING AND WAGERING WESTERN AUSTRALIA — ANNUAL REPORT

3376. Hon Alison Xamon to the minister representing the Minister for Racing and Gaming:

I refer to the management of conflict of interest in Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) and the note on page 116 of their Annual Report that “some senior officials own (in full and/or part) racehorses and/or greyhounds that participate in racing within Western Australia”, and I ask:

(a)  how is this conflict of interest managed within RWWA;

Diversionary Courts: Gambling

Gambling is a popular form of entertainment for many Western Australians. Unfortunately, for some, it is highly addictive. A gambling disorder affects about 1% of Australian adults, with people who have experienced relationship breakdown; those who are unemployed; people from low socio-economic backgrounds; young people and people with a history of alcohol or drug-misuse, over represented. Calls to the Problem Gambling Helpline WA have increased 20% since 2016-17, according to the Gaming and Wagering Commission.  

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