Problem Gambling: our communities, our families, our problem

Links

A number of organisations in New Zealand work in the area of problem gambling. For further information click on the links below:

• The Gambling Helpline is a national freephone service providing support, referral and information for people affected by or concerned about gambling. 
• The Gambling Helpline Talking Point Forum is for people to share stories and ways of addressing gambling-related harm. 
• The Problem Gambling Foundation New Zealand (PGF) provides crisis intervention and treatment services for people affected by problem gambling. The PGF also works with local authorities, communities and individuals to raise awareness of gambling harm.
• The problem gambling information website provides information about problem gambling, with an emphasis on workforce development information. 
• The Salvation Army Oasis Centres provide consultation and rehabilitation programmes for people affected by problem gambling.
• Gambling Watch is a website designed to inform the public about current issues relating to gambling in New Zealand. 
• The Ministry of Health funds and coordinates problem gambling services. 
• The Department of Internal Affairs regulates and monitors gambling. 
• The Health Sponsorship Council is responsible for developing and implementing the problem gambling social marketing campaign.
• The Gambling Research Centre at Auckland University of Technology conducts research that improves New Zealanders' understanding of how gambling affects society and enhances gambling policy and professional practice.