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Council recognises that whilst gambling is a legal activity, problem gambling causes social and economic harms to individuals, families and communities making it a significant public health issue. The Council is therefore committed to prevent and reduce the harm and minimise the negative impacts of gambling to the City of Maribyrnong community.
Council's framework for action will focus on advocacy, research, engagement and legislation and be delivered in partnership with our community, local stakeholders and gambling venue operators.
Council recognises that whilst gambling is a legal activity, problem gambling causes social and economic harms to individuals, families and communities making it a significant public health issue. The Council is therefore committed to prevent and reduce the harm and minimise the negative impacts of gambling to the City of Maribyrnong community.
Council's framework for action will focus on advocacy, research, engagement and legislation and be delivered in partnership with our community, local stakeholders and gambling venue operators.
The purpose of this policy is to outline Council's position on preventing and reducing the negative impacts of gambling and the actions that Council undertake to support its position.
The Policy aims to:
1. Reduce the harmful impact of gambling on communities and individuals in the City of Maribyrnong.
2. Support the public health and wellbeing of residents and visitors of the municipality.
3. Protect and grow the prosperity of the City of Maribyrnong.
