Andrews-era reforms to be introduced in state parliament on Tuesday will cap load-up to $100, $400 less than in New South WalesFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast
The Victorian government will use the final sitting week of the year to introduce to parliament long-awaited gambling reforms, which will slash the maximum amount punters can put into poker machines at a time from $1,000 to $100.The gaming minister, Melissa Horne, will on Tuesday introduce the gambling legislation amendment (precommitment and carded play) bill 2024 to parliament, about 16 months after the former premier Daniel Andrews announced the changes.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…
Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2024/nov/26/victoria-pokies-changes-limits-new-laws
Author : Benita Kolovos Victorian state correspondent
Publish date : 2024-11-26 04:23:46
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Victoria to introduce Australia’s strictest poker machine rules, with $1,000 limit to be slashed by 90%
