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'For my clients, this is a gift': Psychologist says pokies ban welcome break for gamblers

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Pubs and clubs are home to almost 200,000 poker machines Australia wide.
Pubs and clubs are home to almost 200,000 poker machines Australia wide. Source: Photo by Benoit Dare on Unsplash

Closed pubs and clubs mean big savings for gambling addicts. Psychologist Verica Semjonov from Gambler's Help Victoria says the ban is a glimmer of hope for those who are struggling, particularly those from ex-Yugoslavian communities.

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Closed pubs and clubs mean big savings for gambling addicts. Psychologist Verica Semjonov from Gambler's Help Victoria says the ban is a glimmer of hope for those who are struggling, particularly those from ex-Yugoslavian communities.

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