A Harm Prevention and Minimisation Policy for gaming refers to the practices and procedures that clubs with gaming machines must follow to reduce the risks associated with problem gambling.
This policy is required by law under the Gambling Act 2003 and is monitored by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA).
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The policy covers:
1. Staff Training
2. Signage and Information
3. Monitoring and Intervention
4. Exclusion Procedures
5. Responsible Service of Gambling
​6. Policy Access and Review​
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To read the Otorohanga Club Inc. Harm Prevention and Minimisation Policy, click on the download button.
A Statement of how the club is minimising expenses and maximising returns to authorised purposes is a requirement for venues that operate Class 4 gaming machines (pokies). It forms part of our compliance obligations under the Gambling Act 2003.
This statement explains how the club is responsibly managing its gaming operations to:
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Keep operational costs as low as reasonably possible, and
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Ensure that more funds are returned to authorised purposes, such as community grants or the club’s approved non-profit activities.
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To read the Otorohanga Club Inc. Statement: Minimising Expensing and Maximising Returns, click on the download button.
A club that operates Class 4 gambling (gaming machines) is required to prepare a financial statement and an auditor’s report to meet compliance obligations under the Gambling Act 2003. These documents serve several purposes tied to transparency, accountability, and the responsible distribution of gambling proceeds.
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To view the Otorohanga Club Inc. Financial Statement and Auditors report in respect of the financial accounts for the 2024 year, click the download button.