The use of ATMS in ACT gaming venues: an empirical study

Abstract

This project has been commissioned by the ACT Gambling and Racing Commission (GRC) and examines the use of cash facilities (ATMs, EFTPOS and note acceptors) for gambling in the ACT. • The study found limited evidence to support the removal of ATMs from gaming venues. Although the convenience of ATMs in gaming venues appears to be related to higher gambling expenditure, on balance the study found that removal of ATMs from gaming venues would inconvenience a proportion of recreational gamblers and non-gambling patrons of gaming venues. • The study did not find an unequivocally strong relationship between problem gambling and the use of ATMs in ACT gaming venues. The research findings indicate that a daily limit on the amount that can be withdrawn from ATMs would be a more effective and acceptable strategy. Show more