How to Beat the Pokies

poker machines, or ‘pokies’ are very popular in bricks and mortar casinos.  They have a poker-like feel, but you’re not actually playing against other players, you’re just trying to get a good hand against a random number generator. Pokies don’t cost much to play, and they can be a lot of fun, which entices people [...]

Poker machine makers call for national standards

poker machine makers around the country have spoken out against claims that the machines are harmful, and encourage addiction problems.  The manufacturers say that the industry as a whole is working to combat addiction and encourage responsible gambling. According to the Productivity Commission, Australia as a whole has approximately one fifth of the world’s poker [...]

Gambling Control Meeting Over Pokies Betting Limit

The Select Committee on Gambling Control met in Hobart today to discuss a proposal to limit bets on poker machines, or ‘pokies’, to $1. Andrew Wilkie, Federal Member for Denison, told the committee that venues would need time to adapt if the proposal was passed. Wilkie, who has previously campaigned for a total ban on [...]

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