Protecting Young Australians Against Gambling Harm
Expert education and consultancy for schools and sporting clubs.
Expert education and consultancy for schools and sporting clubs.
Australians lose more money to gambling per person than any other country in the world.
$31 Billion in 2022. Queensland Government 2024.
Gambling starts well before the age of 18 - almost on in three (30%) 12-17 - year olds gamble.
This increases to almost half (46%) of 18-19 - year olds. Australian Institute 2025
Before they turn 18, Australian teenagers are more likely to gamble than play any of the most popular sports in their age group. Australian Institute, 2025.
Young people (aged 24 and under) are 7 TIMES more likely to develop a gambling disorder than adults - many gambling disorders begin in adolescence.
Gambling Education Australia educate young people about the negative health impacts of problem gambling and to equip them with tools and strategies to resist the persuasive influence of gambling advertising targetting young Australians.
Australians lose more money to gambling than any other country in the world and research shows that gambling starts before Australians turn 18.
Education Australia has been established by Health Education professionals to protect young Australians against harmful gambling.
We recognises gambling as a national health concern requiring a public health response.
We facilitate harm-minimisation programs, presentations and mentoring services in secondary schools and sporting clubs.
Our engaging programs educate young people about the addictive nature of gambling, the vulnerability of young people to harmful gambling and the negative impact their health and relationships. We equip young people with solutions and strategies to reduce their chance of developing harmful gambling behaviours.
We specialise in the delivery of engaging presentations that educate young people on the impact of gambling on Australian society and equip them with strategies and skills to protect themselves and their peers against problem gambling.
Our experience staff run workshops and educational programs that can be adapted and modified to fit into any program that suits you.
With over 25 years experience working with students and schools and sports clubs, we can develop any program to suit your needs.
A key component of our mission is the establishment of a voice for young people in the Youth Anti Gambling Movement. Young people are encouraged to join the movement advocating for the removal of advertising from Australian sports media.
We work with prominent not for profit organisations and members of parliament to advocate for the protection for young Australians against gambling advertising and the impact of harmful gambling.
If you're unsure about what services will work best for you, just tell us a little more about your needs. We will get back to you as soon as possible with the answers you need!
PO BOX 424, Noosa Heads, QLD 4567
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