Mike speaks with Professor Sally Gainsbury, Director of the Gambling Treatment & Research Clinic at the University of Sydney, about whether financial stress drives more gambling.

Despite harm minimisation measures, NSW poker machine losses hit a record $8.64 billion last year.

The latest data shows a 7% rise in gaming profits for pubs and clubs - NSW gamblers lost over $1 million an hour in late 2024.

With losses surging, is hardship fueling the cycle?

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