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NSW Labor votes for historic pokies reforms

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Jessica McSweeney
NSW Labor votes for historic pokies reforms
AI Summary

The New South Wales Labor Party has moved toward adopting strict reforms on poker machines, including a moratorium on new licenses and a new tax on high-revenue clubs. This shift follows pressure from grassroots members and unions to address gambling addiction and the influence of the gaming lobby.

Why it matters

This represents a significant policy shift in Australian state politics regarding the regulation of the gambling industry and public health.

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