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

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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