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NSW Labor's Gambling Revenue Controversy

Updated 2026-06-24 09:10 UTC 1 source Negative

Advocates criticize the New South Wales (NSW) government for failing to reduce gambling harm as promised, citing surging revenue from pokies. The state budget predicts a significant increase in tax take.

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The Guardian
State budget suggests Minns government is addicted to pokies revenue, with tax take predicted to jump from $1.6bn to $2.2bn annually within four years<a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jun/24/australia-politics-live-war-memorial-tax-reform-greens-labor-de
2026-06-24 07:59 UTC
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