Ballarat Responsible Gambling Committee

The Ballarat Responsible Gambling Committee is a forum for discussion and exchange of ideas between stakeholders in the City of Ballarat, to identify issues and facilitate the development of strategies and initiatives to promote responsible gambling.

The Committee meets on a bimonthly basis to:

• Encourage public discussion and debate which builds knowledge and understanding of local responsible gambling and problem gambling issues
• Facilitate and undertake local research to inform policy development and Council decision-making on gambling issues
• Collaboratively develop strategies and initiatives to minimise harm and to promote responsible gaming/customer care practices
• Facilitate linkages between gaming venues and community organisations to maximise community benefits from gambling
• Advocate for and recognise best practice in responsible gambling at venue level

Committe Dates for 2008: 

"Activities for Me" - Partnership Project 2006 - 2008

In 2006 the Ballarat Responsible Gambling Committee (BRGC) co-ordinated the development of a community based website to promote recreational opportunities in and around the Ballarat area to increase community participation. The website was advertised within local gaming venues and a select number of community venues.

The marketing material, in the form of flyers, posters and coasters promoted positive health messages about the importance of community involvement and belonging. Now the project is complete, flyers remain in circulation highlighting numerous key recreational opportunities and providing links to the Community Directory  on this web site.

Contact Information

For more information in relation to BRGC contact Pete Appleton, Co-ordinator of Community Planning and Development on 5320 5627 or email peteappleton@ballarat.vic.gov.au