Media releases

Record poker machine losses in NSW hit $2.45 billion in Q3 2025, exposing urgent need for stronger gambling reforms to protect vulnerable communities.

NSW's 4am pokies closure loophole ends; Wesley Mission urges midnight-to-10am shutdown to better protect gamblers from harm, citing strong public support and government research.

Greens back Wesley Mission's call for urgent action on gambling harm during Gambling Harm Awareness Week, urging NSW Government to shut down poker machines from midnight to 10am.

Mental health support at Central Station aims to connect with commuters by distributing resources and initiating conversations, potentially saving lives.

Poker machine losses in NSW hit a record $2.27 billion in Q2 2025, sparking urgent calls for government action to address gambling harm.

Survey highlights public demand for bold gambling reforms in NSW, urging the government to act on overwhelming support for measures to reduce gambling harm.

Providing secure housing for 26 young care-leavers in regional NSW, Wesley Mission marks a milestone this National Homelessness Week.

Federal Government fails to act on Murphy Report's recommendations to curb online gambling harm, leaving Australian families and communities at risk.

NSW budget's reliance on poker machine taxes harms families, with rising gambling losses and calls for urgent reform to prioritise people over profits.

NSW government's inaction on poker machine harm is highlighted in a damning audit, revealing a lack of effective gambling reform and soaring community losses.

NSW poker machine losses hit $2.17 billion in 90 days, with Wesley Mission urging government action to curb gambling harm and protect vulnerable communities.

Wesley Mission's redevelopment plans for affordable housing in Glebe face setbacks due to funding challenges, despite community and City of Sydney support.