Did you know that between 2024–2025, more than $10.87 million was lost on Electronic Gaming Machines within the Rural City of Wangaratta? That is approximately $449 per adult in our community in just one year.*
Gambling harm extends far beyond financial loss—it can affect health and wellbeing, relationships, workplaces, and the broader community.
Hear from a lived experience advocate
Mark Kempster, advocate with the Alliance for Gambling Reform’s Voices of Lived Experience group, will share his powerful personal story of gambling harm and recovery. After experiencing years of harm linked to online betting apps, Mark reached a breaking point. With the support of loved ones, he was able to turn things around. His story offers a compelling and human perspective on the real impacts of gambling harm, and the importance of prevention and reform.
Who should attend?
Community members, volunteers, service providers, workplaces, and local leaders are invited to take part in this free online webinar.
What you will learn
- Insights from Mark Kempster's lived experience
- The prevalence of gambling in Australia within a global context
- Extent of gambling losses within the Rural City of Wangaratta community
- The impacts of gambling on individuals, families, friends, and communities
- What is being done and what can be done to minimise gambling harm
- Understand the Role of the Alliance for Gambling Reform
- Learn about prevention and response programs provided by Gateway Health’s Gambler's Help Team
Register here for more information.
Support Is Available
If you or someone you know is experiencing gambling-related harm, now is a good time to reach out. Reaching out is a sign of courage and strength, and you are not alone—over half a million Victorians face gambling-related harm each year.
Gateway Health – Gambler’s Help
Free, confidential, professional support for individuals and families
1800 657 573
gatewayhealth.org.au/services/counselling-mental-health/gamblers-help
Gambler’s Help Victoria (24/7)
1800 858 858
gamblershelp.com.au
*Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (2025), Rural City of Wangaratta Expenditure Data.