Gambling Programs

34 Dr McFETRIDGE (Morphett) (30 July 2015). What are the success rates for the current state-wide problem gambling programs and how much funding has been provided for these programs in the 2015-16 budget?

The Hon. Z.L. BETTISON (Ramsay—Minister for Communities and Social Inclusion, Minister for Social Housing, Minister for Multicultural Affairs, Minister for Ageing, Minister for Youth, Minister for Volunteers): I have been advised:

In the 2015-16 budget, $6.47 million has been allocated for statewide gambling programs, including gambling help services (GHS), the SA Gambling Helpline and Gambling Help Online.

During 2014, 76% of registered problem gambling clients of GHS were successful in achieving their goals, with 24% continuing to make significant progress.