Slight increase for gambling service

The Peninsula Community Centre in Woy Woy has been allocated $184,460 in funding under the NSW Government's Responsible Gambling Fund.

The funding represented an increase of approximately three per cent on last year.

"I encourage local residents who are battling with a gambling problem to contact the Peninsula Community Centre on 4344 7992 and seek assistance for the sake of themselves, their families and loved ones," said Member for Gosford Mr Chris Holstein.

"As well as face-to-face counselling, the NSW Government's Responsible Gambling Fund also supports a free 24-hour Gambling Helpline (1800 858 858) which assisted 6700 callers in 2010-11 including problem gamblers or family members.

Media Release, 21 Jun 2012

Chris Holstein, Member for Gosford