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Problem Gambling Foundation
Healthy communities free from gambling harm
The Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand (PGF) is a national non-profit organisation predominantly funded by the Ministry of Health with funds received from the gambling levy.
The Foundation is committed to health promotion that contributes to safer gambling practices through community education and the development of regulations and standards. Counselling is free of charge to the gambler, their family and others affected by problem gambling.
Problem Gambling Foundation - Latest News [Page 2]
Wellington festival kicks off Gambling Harm Awareness Week
Friday, 26 August 2016, 11:11 am | Problem Gambling Foundation
A free community festival is being held on Saturday 3 September on Cuba Mall from 11am – 3pm, kicking off Gambling Harm Awareness Week for 2016. More >>
Is It Right? to fund community groups from pokies
Tuesday, 2 August 2016, 11:53 am | Problem Gambling Foundation
A new campaign is asking people #Is It Right? to fund community groups from pokies when they cause so much harm. The #Is It Right? campaign has been launched by the Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand (PGF) to encourage people to have their ... More >>
Problem Gambling Foundation CEO resigns
Wednesday, 27 July 2016, 2:56 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
Problem Gambling Foundation CEO resigns After eight and a half years at the helm Graeme Ramsey will step down as CEO of the Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF) in January. “This has been a momentous but also deeply satisfying role. It has been an honour ... More >>
Film helps to break down stigma around gambling
Thursday, 26 May 2016, 11:08 am | Problem Gambling Foundation
‘Gambling harm can happen to anyone’ is just one of the messages the Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF) hopes people will take away from the New Zealand premiere of Broke the movie. More >>
International line-up at the Gambling Conference
Tuesday, 2 February 2016, 10:12 am | Problem Gambling Foundation
International line-up at the 6th International Gambling Conference An impressive line-up of international and local speakers will feature at the 6th International Gambling Conference, being held at the Sir Paul Reeves Building at the Auckland University ... More >>
Long wait worth it for Problem Gambling Foundation
Friday, 24 July 2015, 12:26 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
The Problem Gambling Foundation is delighted with the outcome of the Judicial Review and relieved the process is over after a long period of uncertainty for staff and clients. Communications Director, Andree Froude, says while the wheels of justice ... More >>
PGFNZ wins in court
Thursday, 23 July 2015, 4:16 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
We are very pleased to advise that today we have received notification that the Judge has ruled in our favour. More >>
SkyCity still holds winning hand
Wednesday, 27 May 2015, 4:22 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
SkyCity still holds winning hand despite having to pay more for Convention Centre The Problem Gambling Foundation says it is not surprising SkyCity was prepared to put more money into the Convention Centre considering the Casino has been granted ... More >>
United Communities Celebrate Healthy Families
Thursday, 18 September 2014, 12:34 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
A free community event themed United Communities Celebrate Healthy Families is being held on Saturday 27 September at the Dream Centre in Manukau from 10 am until 2 pm. The event will celebrate Gamblefree Day and is hosted by the Problem Gambling Foundation ... More >>
Gamblefree Day 1 September
Thursday, 28 August 2014, 3:54 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
It's Gamblefree Day this Monday 1 September, the national awareness day for problem gambling in New Zealand. While traditionally celebrated on the first day of September, many events and activities are held both before and after this day to raise awareness ... More >>
Statement on Ministry of Health contracts
Friday, 21 March 2014, 9:38 am | Problem Gambling Foundation
The Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand can confirm that the Ministry of Health has informed us it will not be contracting with PGF for the bulk of current services after June 30. More >>
Leading speakers at International Gambling Conference 2014
Tuesday, 4 February 2014, 3:23 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
The 5th International Gambling Conference is being held from 19 to 21 February at the Sir Paul Reeves Building at AUT University’s brand new City Campus Conference Centre. More >>
Pokie-free and proud of it campaign
Friday, 22 November 2013, 12:30 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
"After more than 15 years in the industry, I can honestly say, that being a 'pokie-free' bar is the only way I would have it”. More >>
Foundation calling for immediate closure of SkyCity Diamond
Wednesday, 2 October 2013, 12:37 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
The Problem Gambling Foundation is calling for the immediate closure of SkyCity’s Diamond Lounge smoking area after a High Court Judge ruled that the area must be reconsidered to ensure it complies with the Smoke-free Environments Act More >>
Gamblefree Day celebrated on the day we dedicate to Dads
Wednesday, 28 August 2013, 6:56 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
This Sunday, 1 September, is Gamblefree Day, the national awareness day for problem gambling in New Zealand, and it is also the day we dedicate to our Dads. More >>
Whānau encouraged to ‘soak in wellness’ on Gamblefree Day
Wednesday, 28 August 2013, 10:26 am | Problem Gambling Foundation
A special Gamblefree Day event is being held at Waitangi Soda Springs in Rotorua from 10am on Sunday 1 September, for whānau to get together and ‘soak in wellness’. More >>
Whanau Fun Day with a serious message
Friday, 23 August 2013, 2:51 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
A Whanau Fun Day, being held in the lead up to Gamblefree Day on 1 September, will take place tomorrow at Papakura Marae, 29 Hunua Road, from 10am until 2pm. This special event is to raise awareness about problem gambling, family violence and other issues ... More >>
Our children – the innocent victims of problem gambling
Wednesday, 14 August 2013, 2:53 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
A one day symposium being held in Wellington on 23 August will feature children sharing their personal stories through poetry and song about the impact gambling has had on their lives. More >>
Amendments to reduce gambling harm applauded
Monday, 5 August 2013, 2:58 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
The Problem Gambling Foundation welcomes the series of amendments to Te Ururoa Flavell’s Gambling (Gambling Harm Reduction) Amendment Bill announced yesterday by Labour Party Internal Affairs spokesperson, Trevor Mallard. More >>
Problem Gambling Foundation farewells Maureen Waaka
Thursday, 4 July 2013, 2:21 pm | Problem Gambling Foundation
The staff, Board and CEO of the Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand are greatly saddened by the passing of Maureen Waaka, of Te Arawa/Ngati Whakaue and Tuwharetoa/ Ngati Turumakina. More >>
