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Gambling is an activity undertaken by many Australians. Over 80% of Australian adults engage in gambling of some kind, which is the highest rate of gambling in the world.^[1] This number includes some 4% of the adult population who play the pokies once a week, accounting for some 62% of locals' annual gambling spend.^[2]

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Gambling is a significant public health issue, with around 80,000 to 160,000 (or 0.5 - 1.0%) of Australian adults experiencing significant problems from gambling and a further 250,000 to 350,000 (or 1.4 - 2.1% of adults) experiencing moderate risks that may make them vulnerable to problem gambling.^[3]

Revenue[edit]

In 2015–16, gambling revenue made up 7.7% of state and territory taxation revenue. The rate was lowest in Western Australia (2.5%) and highest in the Northern Territory (12.0%). Gambling revenue made up 2.5% of total state revenue when other revenue sources were taken into account. The rate was lowest in WA (0.9%) and highest in Victoria (3.2%). Gambling revenue as a portion of state taxation revenue has fallen for all states and territories between 2006–07 and 2015–16.^[4]

Total Australian gambling revenue in 2008-09 was just over $19 billion and the share of household consumption was 3.1%^[3]

New South Wales[edit]

New South Wales has a long history of gambling; Australia's first official horse racing meeting occurred in 1810 at Hyde Park in Sydney; the first official Australian lottery occurred in 1881 at the Sydney Cup; and registered clubs operated the first legal poker machines in Australia from 1956.^[5]

Approximately 95,800 of 'pokies' are in NSW, a state total beaten only by Nevada, which operated 181,109 gambling machines in 2014.^[6]

Between 1 December 2017 to 31 May 2018 NSW Clubs made a net profit of $1,945,161,625 and hotels made a net profit of $1,169,040,731 from pokies alone.^[7]

Fairfield[edit]

Fairfield had the highest poker machine revenue in the state for 2013, generating $298 million in clubs and $93 million in pubs, from the start of the year to August.^[8] This figure is $123 million greater than the combined total of profits generated from poker machines in the City of Sydney.^[8]

Hunter Region[edit]

From January to March 2013 poker machines in the Hunter region had a turn over of $4.5 billion, showing an increase of $500 million since 2010.^[9] Daily figures show a spend of $12.5 million, working out to be $8682 per minute.^[9] The Office of Liquor Gaming and Racing found that Newcastle was the Hunter Regions most profitable location with the 3206 poker machines averaging $44,963 each.^[9]The top five most profitable clubs for gaming revenue in the Hunter region in 2010 were:^[10]

• 1. Western Suburbs Leagues Club (Wests), New Lambton
• 2. Wests (formerly Club Phoenix), Mayfield
• 3. Wallsend RSL & Community Club, Wallsend
• 4. Belmont 16 Foot Sailing Club, Belmont
• 5. Cardiff Panthers, Cardiff

The top five most profitable hotels for gaming revenue in the Hunter region in 2010 were.^[10]

• 1. The George Tavern, East Maitland
• 2. Bay Hotel Motel, Bonnells Bay
• 3. Hotel Jesmond, Jesmond
• 4. The Lake Macquarie Tavern, Mount Hutton
• 5. Warners Bay Hotel, Warners Bay

Central Coast Region[edit]

According to the latest figures from Liquor and Gaming NSW there are 4,046 poker machines in 39 clubs on the Central Coast, and 626 poker machines in 29 hotels; making a total of 4,672 poker machines on the Central Coast. That means 2.37% of the total number of poker machines in Australia are on the NSW Central Coast.^[11]

Gosford has approximately 1928 pokies, spread across 37 venues. That is the equivalent of one poker machine for every 71 adults. In 2010–11, venues in Gosford made approximately $95,865,000 in profit from pokies. That equates to $700 for each adult member of Gosford's population.^[12]

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Wyong has approximately 2608 pokies, spread across 35 venues. That is the equivalent of one poker machine for every 47 adults. In 2010–11, venues in Wyong made approximately $123,159,000 in profit from pokies. That equates to $1,000 for each adult member of Wyong's population.^[12]

The Central Coast has a higher prevalence of problem gambling than the NSW average. Young men between the ages of 18-24 living on the Central Coast are the biggest players of poker machines in NSW and are the highest risk group for problem gambling.^[13]

In 2008 Central Coast Gambling Help carried out a survey of 200 young people aged from 13-24 and found:

• 96% of people from 18-24 had gambled for money or possessions
• 62% of those under 14 years old and 77% of those aged up to 17 had gambled for money or items, including mobile phones and MP3 players
• 25.5% of 14- to 17-year-olds and 55% of 18- to 24-year-olds had lost more than they had intended
• and 6% under 18 had played a poker machine^[14]

Regulatory authorities[edit]

Since the introduction of new gambling services, including online gambling, the Commonwealth has taken a more active role in the regulation of gambling, but the Australian gambling industry is also regulated by State and Territory authorities:^[15]

• Australian Capital Territory - ACT Gambling and Racing Commission
• New South Wales - New South Wales Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing
• Northern Territory - Licensing Commission
• Queensland - Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation
• South Australia - Independent Gambling Authority
• Tasmania - Tasmanian Gaming Commission
• Victoria - Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation
• Western Australia - Department of Racing, Gaming and Liquor

Key legislation[edit]

Traditionally gambling has been legislated at a state and territory level rather than by the Commonwealth:^[16]

• Australian Capital Territory
  • Betting (ACTTAB Limited) Act 1964
  • Casino Control Act 2006
  • Gaming Machine Act 2004
  • Interactive Gambling Act 1998
  • Lotteries Act 1964
  • Pool Betting Act 1964
  • Race and Sports Bookmaking Act 2001
  • Racing Act 1999
  • Unlawful Gambling
• New South Wales
  • Betting Tax Act 2001
  • Casino Control Act 1992
  • Charitable Fundraising Act 1991
  • Gambling (Two-Up) Act 1998
  • Gaming and Liquor Administration Act 2007
  • Gaming Machines Act 2001
  • Gaming Machines Tax Act 2001
  • Liquor Act 2007
  • Lotteries and Art Unions Act 1901
  • Public Lotteries Act 1996
  • Racing Administration Act 1998
  • Registered Clubs Act 1976
  • Totalizator Act 1997
  • Unlawful Gambling Act 1998.
• Northern Territory
  • Gaming Control Act 2005;
  • Gaming Machine Act 2005;
  • Northern Territory Licensing Commission Act 2001;
  • Racing and Betting Act 2004;
  • Soccer Football Pools Act 2004;
  • Totalisator Licensing and Regulation Act 2004; and
  • Unlawful Betting Act 2004.
• Queensland
  • Brisbane Casino Agreement Act 1992
  • Breakwater Island Casino Agreement Act 1984
  • Cairns Casino Agreement Act 1993
  • Casino Control Act 1982
  • Charitable and Non-Profit Gaming Act 1999
  • Gaming Machine Act 1991
  • Interactive Gambling (Player Protection) Act 1998
  • Jupiters Casino Agreement Act 1983
  • Keno Act 1996
  • Lotteries Act 1997
  • Wagering Act 1998.
• South Australia
  • Authorised Betting Operations Act 2000
  • Casino Act 1997
  • Gaming Machines Act 1992
  • Lottery and Gaming Act 1936
  • State Lotteries Act 1966
• Tasmania
  • Gaming Control Act 1993
  • TT-Line Gaming Act 1993
• Victoria
  • Casino control Act
  • Casino (Management Agreement) Act 1993
  • Gambling Regulation Act 2003.
• Western Australia
  • Betting Control Act 1954
  • Bookmakers Betting Levy Act 1954
  • Casino (Burswood Island) Agreement Act 1985
  • Casino Control Act 1984
  • Gaming and Betting (Contracts and Securities) Act 1985
  • Gaming and Wagering Commission Act 1987
  • Gaming and Wagering Commission (Continuing Lotteries Levy) Act 2000
  • Racing and Wagering Western Australia Act 2003
  • Racing and Wagering Western Australia Tax Act 2003
  • Racing Restriction Act 2003
  • Racing Bets Levy Act 2009

Online gambling[edit]

The Interactive Gambling Act (2001) was passed by the Australian Commonwealth Parliament on 28 June 2001.^[17] It received assent on 11 July 2001^[18]

The Act is targeted at online gambling operators, making it an offense for them to offer 'real-money' online interactive gambling to residents of Australia. It also makes it illegal for online gambling operators to advertise 'real-money' interactive gambling services (such as online poker and casino) to Australian citizens.^[17]That being said, the amount spent on online gaming by Australians reached some $800 million by 2010, according to the official 2010 Productivity Report of the Australian Government.^[2]

Accessing and using the interactive gambling services is not an offence. It is also allowed to companies based in Australia to offer their gambling services to gamblers located outside Australia with the exception of those countries that were called 'designated countries'.^[19]

Taxation laws on gambling in Australia[edit]

Gamblers' winnings in Australia are not taxed. There are 3 main reasons for that:

• Gambling is not considered a profession, it's treated as a hobby or recreational activity.
• The Australian government views gains from gambling activities not as income, but as a result of good luck. Even if someone wins big, they also lose a lot in other gambling sessions.
• The government taxes gambling operators instead.^[20][21]

Taxation of gambling operators in Australia differs from state to state and different gambling services are taxed in a different way. There are taxes on the turnover, on player loss and net profit. As gambling operators need to obtain a license to offer their services, certain fees must also be paid at this stage of gambling business development.^[22]

The use of different tax rates and tax bases makes it difficult to compare taxes across states. For example, the ACT's keno tax rate of 2.53% of turnover is equivalent to a tax rate on gross profits of 10.12%.^[23]

Tax rates (2015–16)^[24]

See also[edit]

References[edit]

1. ^Bryant, Nick 'Australia in thrall of gambling mania', BBC, 30 January 2007
2. ^ ^abAustralian Gambling Habits
3. ^ ^abProductivity, Commission. 'Productivity Commission Inquiry Report'. pc.gov.au/. Australian Government. Retrieved 22 January 2015.
4. ^Fourth social and economic impact study of gambling in Tasmania (2017), Volume 1: Industry trends and impacts(PDF). ACIL Allen Consulting. pp. 57–60. Retrieved 17 January 2018.
5. ^Australian Institute of Gambling Research. 'Australian Gambling Comparative History and Analysis'(PDF). www.vcgr.vic.gov.au. Victorian Casino and Gaming Authority. Retrieved 29 January 2015.
6. ^Ziolkowski, S. 'The World Count of Gaming Machines 2013'(PDF). www.gamingta.com. The Gaming Technologies Association. Retrieved 29 January 2015.
7. ^McNally, Caroline. 'Gambling in Australia'. problemgambling.net.au. Central Coast Gambling Help.
8. ^ ^abNeedham, Kristy. 'Punters in west pile money in pokies', 'The Sydney Morning Herald', Australia, 23 March 2014. Retrieved on 10 September 2014.
9. ^ ^abcPage, Donna. 'Hunter punters blow $8682 a minute on pokies', 'Newcastle Herald', Australia, 4 October 2013. Retrieved on 9 September 2014.
10. ^ ^abPage, Donna.'How the Hunter gambled $4bn', 'Newcastle Herald', Australia, 26 July 2010. Retrieved on 9 September 2014.
11. ^Office of Liquor and gambin NSW 2018 https://www.liquorandgaming.nsw.gov.au/resources/gaming-machine-data
12. ^ ^abMarkham, Francis. 'Who wins big from gambling in Australia'. theconversation.com. The Conversation. Retrieved 29 January 2015.
13. ^ACNielsen. 'Prevalence of Gambling and Problem Gambling in NSW – A Community Survey 2006'. www.olgr.nsw.gov.au. NSW Office of Liquor, Gaming and Racing. Retrieved 29 January 2015.
14. ^McNally, Caroline. 'Gambling in Australia'. problemgambling.net.au. Central Coast Gambling Help. Retrieved 29 January 2015.
15. ^Parliament Library: Gambling Policy and Regulation
16. ^Australian Gambling Statistics, 1986-87 and 2011-12, 29th Edition, 2004, p. 7.
17. ^ ^abInteractive Gambling Act Receives Assent
18. ^Interactive Gambling Act 2001: Compilation
19. ^Review of the Interactive Gaming Act 2001
20. ^Australia’s future tax system - Report to the Treasurer 2009^{[permanent dead link]}
21. ^Australian Gambling laws: Taxes
22. ^ ^ab'Australian Gaming Council: Gamblng Taxes'(PDF). Archived from the original(PDF) on 22 March 2012. Retrieved 3 November 2011.
23. ^Joint Select Committee on Future Gaming Markets: Final Report. Parliament of Tasmania. p. 146. Retrieved 11 January 2018.
24. ^Joint Select Committee on Future Gaming Markets: Final Report. Parliament of Tasmania. pp. Tables 6–10. Retrieved 11 January 2018.

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There are 41 beaches on the Central Coast, which stretch over 87 km ofcoast. So nearly half the coast is made up of beaches!

Here are 25 great beaches in alphabetical order. Find a map at the bottom of the page showing their location.

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1. Avoca Beach

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Surfing & surfing lessons
• Rock pool for kids
• Playground
• Restaurants & cafes

Avoca Beach is one of the most popular holiday spots on theCentral Coast because of comfort and convenience. Relax while your kids swim inthe rock pool. And sip on cocktails at Mojito Joe’s during warm summer nights. Read more...

2. Bateau Bay Beach

Features:

• Rock pools for kids to explore
• Sheltered bay

The 200 m Bateau Bay is a great spot on the Central Coastfor kids. They like to walk over the rock platforms and explorethe rock pools. The bay is backed by Wyrrabalong National Park andis sheltered. Read more...

3. Copacabana Beach

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Surfing
  
• Rock pool for kids
• Playground
• Cafes

Copacabana Beach, or Copa as the locals call it, is a quiet holiday spot. Avoca residents oftenescape to Copa during summer holidays to get away from the crowds. Read more...

4. Ettalong Beach

Features:

• Calm water
• Playground
• Restaurants & cafes

Ettalong Beach has a reputation on the Central Coast for safe swimming because the water is shallow and sheltered from the swells. It's a great place for families with small children. There are amenities beside the beach, a playground and nice picnic spots. Read more...

5. Forresters Beach

Features:

• Surfing
• Dog-friendly section

Forresters is a long uncrowded beach backed by mansions on top of a hill overlooking the ocean. It's a great spot for walking the dog and a favourite place for surfers. It's not quite secluded but feels like it.

6. Frazer Beach

Features:

• Surfing
• Lifeguards - summer school holidays and Easter

Frazer Beach sits in the natural bush of Munmorah StateConservation Area. You can camp near the beach, fish, bushwalk and explore thepark and nearby beaches. Frazer is a great beach if you want to get away from itall and relax. Parking is $8. Read more...

7. Killcare Beach

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Surfing
• Rock pool for kids
• Food kiosk & restaurant

Killcare Beach is atop contender for the scenery. The attractive kiddies rock pool located at thefoot of the headland is a magnet for toddlers. The surf is often rough but ourchildren like being bashed by the waves near the shore. Read more...

8. Little Beach

Features:

• Surfing
• Rock pools for kids to explore
• Secluded

Little Beach is my favourite relaxing afternoon with the family spot. It’s so peaceful you won’t want to leave. This Central Coast beach is hidden in Bouddi National Park and you have to walk a cruisy 750 metres through a remnant rainforest to get to it. Read more...

9. Lobster Beach

Features:

• Secluded

The secluded Lobster isperfect for recharging the batteries... Located in Broken Bay and tucked inBouddi National Park, the small stretch of sand is peaceful and quiet. Access Lobster by walking on the Flannel Flower walking track.

10. Macmasters Beach

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Ocean pool
• Surfing
• Cafe

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The highlights here are the ocean pool and Barefoot Cafe positioned at the foot of the bushland. The ocean pool is toddler-friendly and you can even swim some laps (but it’s not an Olympic size pool). Macmasters is also a fantastic picnic spot. Read more...

11. Maitland Bay

Features:

• Secluded

MaitlandBay wins the title for the best hidden beach on the CentralCoast... The 600 m untouched stretch of sand is tucked in thebushland of Bouddi National Park. The National Park is situated amidan urban area but you couldn't tell from the beach. Read more...

12. Moonee Beach

Features:

• Surfing

Even though Moonee Beach is just a short bushwalk to get there, you feel like you could be anywhere... All you can see is the ocean, the beach and lush bush, and all you can hear is the sound of pounding waves. Moonee Beach is completely untouched.

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13. Patonga Beach

Features:

• Calm water near the jetty
• Playground
• Ferry service from Palm Beach

Patonga Beach sits between the Hawkesbury River and Brisbane WaterNational Park. Patonga is the most isolated town in the region. A good day inPatonga means fishing in the creek, swimming, and drinking a cold beer at theHotel. Read more...

14. Pearl Beach

Features:

• Ocean pool
• Playground
• Restaurant & cafe

Pearl Beach is the jewel of the Central Coast. No pun intended. It's located on Broken Bay. And the town is on the edge of Brisbane Water National Park. The best spot to swim is at the southern end of the beach near the ocean pool. Read more...

15. Pelican Beach

Features:

• Surfing
• Secluded

The only signs of life there are surfers and a few people lying on the sand. You're close to civilisation, but feel a hundred miles away. Locals call Pelican “Pelos”. Pelos is hidden in the bushland of Wyrrabalong National Park and is unspoiled.

16. Putty Beach

Features:

• Calm water
• Beginning of Bouddi Coastal Walk

Putty is part of Bouddi National Park so it’s untouched and scenic. The water is calm and beautiful. You need to pay $8 for parking but it’s worth it. Camp at Putty Beach Campground and walk the scenic Coastal Walk, which starts at the end of the beach. Read more...

17. Shelly Beach

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Surfing
• Golf course
• Cafe

Shelly Beach is another gem... The forecourt has just been upgraded, the water is clean, the sand dunes makes it look untouched, and the golf course behind the sand dunes has the most stunning views. Read more...

18. Soldiers Beach

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Surfing
• Food kiosk and cafe

Soldiers Beach is stunning, unspoiled and pristine. It's my absolute best. It has a real holiday feel to it because it’s backed by the bushland of Wyrrabalong National Park and the water is clear. Visit Norah Head Lighthouse while you're there. Read more...

19. Spoon Bay

Features:

• Surfing

Wow! Was my first impression when I came out of the path onto this beach. It took me years before I set foot on Spoon Bay... the beach is unknown to many locals. Spoon Bay is so close to Terrigal yet feels far away from the populous suburb.

Park at the end of Spoon Bay Rd and walk down the short path to the beach through the bush.

20. Tallow Beach

Features:

• Surfing

The steep 1.5 km bush trail that leads to Tallow Beach keeps many tourists away so that makes it an ideal secluded Central Coast beach away from civilisation. If you can manage to carry a surfboard and a tent, it will make it a fun overnight adventure. Read more...

21. Terrigal Beach

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Surfing & surfing lessons
• Rock pool for kids
  
• Restaurants & cafes

Terrigal is the most urbanised beach on the CentralCoast. It’s also one of the most scenic. The beach is surrounded by qualityrestaurants, cafes and boutiques. The waves are small and it’s a great beach totake surfing lessons. Read more...

22. Terrigal Haven

Features:

• Calm water
• Restaurants & cafes
• Fishing charters

Terrigal Haven is a perfectspot for families with small children. It’s also a good beach on the CentralCoast to kayak, snorkel, fish and stand-up paddle board. The water is calmand there’s ample space around the beach to explore and have a picnic. Read more...

23. Toowoon Bay

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Calm water
• Food kiosk
• Surfing & surfing lessons
• Playground

Toowoon Bay has the most beautiful, teal coloured water inthe area. The water is calm so it’s a favourite with families. There’s a kioskand also a playground and barbecues in the park behind the beach. Read more...

24. Umina Beach

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Surfing & surfing lessons
• Cafes
• Huge playground

Umina Beach is atop contender for the most scenic beach on the Central Coast. It's also a top family beach.The waves are small and perfect for learning to surf. For goodfood go to Jasmine Greens beside the playground. Read more...

25. Wamberal Beach

Features:

• Lifeguards
• Surfing
• Restaurants & cafes

Wamberal Beach is truly a stunning spot. Escape the crowds of Terrigal and head to Wamberal to surf, swim, fish, play in the lagoon, or lie down on the sand in a secluded spot. Read more...

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