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Gambling in all its forms has long been a pastime enjoyed by significant numbers of Australians. Whether it’s horse racing, sports betting or casinos, the sums wagered in Australia annually are thought to be in the region of AUD$18 billion (USD$12.87 billion), which is about AUD$1500 (USD$ 1073) for every man, woman and child in the country. Around 70% of all Australians are estimated to take part in a form of wagering activity every year.

By far the most popular form of wagering in Australia is slot machines, or pokies as they are called locally (derived from ‘poker machines’). These first arrived illegally in the country not long after their first appearance in the US in the 1890s, although it wasn't until 1956 that they became legal when they were sanctioned in New South Wales.

The inherent problem with casinos in general is the fact that there will always be a “dark” 

How does this negative energy come about though? Is there any way a casino could exist without the stereotypical out look people are likely to have on it (the ones that don’t partake in its activities at least) and manage to avoid being branded as a “bad” place when one too many irresponsible punters find themselves deep in the clutches of debt and personal misery? Well, actually, there is…sort of.

Alexander Dobrov CEO Betting Business Russia Interviews Glyn Thomas Event Director GameOn Ukraine

The Ukrainian government intends to legalize gambling and, as claimed leadership of the country, looking for that the most civilized way. To help solve this problem an international conference designed to GameON, which will be held in Kyiv on 13-14 October. What are the objectives set itself the organizer of the Event - British publisher Ace Publishing Ltd and whether they are feasible in the current economic and political situation, Betting Business Russia said the director of the event Glyn Thomas. 

What is the main task is to solve the organizer of the conference? 

Thomas “Tom” Arasi, President, COO & Board Director Solaire Resort & Casino chats to Peter White and Damien Connelly.

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