ClubsACTion October 2021 Issue

ClubsACT CLUBSACTION | OCTOBER 2021

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CLUBSACT GAMBLING HARM PREVENTION STRATEGY P. 4

GAMBLING HARM AWARENESS WEEK P.8

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WORK SAFE MONTH P.14

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ClubsACT CONTENTS From the CEO - CLUBSACT ACTIVITY REPORT

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ClubsACT Gambling Harm Prevention Strategy 2020 – 2023

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From the President

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Gambling Harm Awareness Week

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How to apply for your director ID

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Work Safe month

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Managing COVID Risks in Indoor Venues

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Member Club Listing

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CLUBSACT ACTIVITY REPORT ClubsACT activity over the last 6 months has been primarily focused on managing the impact of COVID-19 on our sector. More recent activity has been dominated by the response to the ACT lockdown on our members and working with Government on a viable roadmap to re-opening. We have been in ongoing liaison with the ACT Government and other industry organisations such as the AHA and the Canberra Business Chamber on this issue.

ACT LOCKDOWN At the beginning of the current lockdown, ClubsACT

VACCINE PASSPORTS

made contact with the AHA and the Canberra Business Chamber to ensure that where possible we could work

ClubsACT has been engaged with the ACT

as a united front in terms of the impact on members of

Government over the issue of Vaccine “passports” after

the lockdown and to work with the ACT Government on

consultations with our members. The ACT Government

the development of a sustainable re-opening process.

will not be introducing a Vaccine “passport” model due to a number of difficulties created by the ACT Human

To assist this, we organised regular meetings with

Rights Act and the logistics behind such a model.

Minister Shane Rattenbury to raise issues and put

ClubsACT notes the jurisdictional approach being taken

forward positions on the roadmap back to full

on this issue and whilst there are some procedural

trading. ClubsACT has also been involved in intense

issues raised by this concept, the membership of

and ongoing consultations with our members on

ClubsACT does not support a “passport” model at this

the impacts of the lock down and issues requiring

time.

detailed responses from the ACT Government. We have forward.

COMMUNITY CLUBS MINISTERIAL COUNCIL

ClubsACT and the AHA have also commenced regular

The ACT Government established a Community Clubs

fortnightly meetings to discuss the impacts of the

Ministerial Council during 2021 with ClubsACT is

lockdown across areas of shared interest and to jointly

one of the key members. At the August meeting of

advocate to Government common positions by both

the Ministerial Council our President presented the

organisations were there is a shared interest. There are

aggregate figure of construction projects members

also regular meetings with the Business Chamber on

have commenced or are scheduled to commence and

the lockdown and developments towards reopening

the financial value of these activities. The aggregate

recurrent meetings organised with the Minister going

and to ensure we have a joint approach on issues of a sustainable re-opening model.

ClubsACT has also developed a working relationship with Minister Tara Cheyne and her office and we supplement our discussions with Minister Rattenbury through direct contact with Minister Tara Cheyne and the Health Minister.

financial value of projects either commenced or scheduled to commence by our members within the next five years was estimated at in excess of $3 Billion.

ClubsACT has also organised a submission in conjunction with Gaming Technologies Australia (GTA) on $5.00 bet and load limits, for presentation to the Ministerial Council. The Ministerial Council has an

Recent successful lobbying by ClubsACT facilitated

extensive agenda going forward and we welcome the

the re-opening of Golf and Lawn Bowls clubs and the

opportunity to participate and represent the industry

inclusion of the operation of gaming areas within clubs

view.

as part of the re-opening road map.

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COVID RESPONSE PLAN

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the Jobkeeper package this problem is seen to be worsening prior to resumption of normal operations.

ClubsACT drafted a Covid Response Plan in conjunction

ClubsACT has been in negotiations with the ACT

with our members almost three months ago. This was

Government and Federal Government over developing

presented to ACT Government and we are still awaiting

innovative approaches to training and development for

comments back from the ACT Department of Health

our industry to attempt to maximise local employment

before distribution to all members.

solutions to the current skills crisis. In 2022 we will

FACIAL RECOGNITION TRIAL ClubsACT is awaiting formal advice from the ACT Government to enable us to proceed on a proposed facial recognition trial for gaming areas. This trial is designed to assist clubs and members with the application of self-exclusion arrangements. We hope to commence this trial before the end of the year.

MOU ACT PHARMACY GUILD ClubsACT completed and signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the ACT Pharmacy Guild just

launch a new school-based apprenticeship program with the ACT Government and we are currently commencing discussions on a new federal program to develop skilled pathways into employment within the ACT Club Industry.

GOING FORWARD As a relatively small organisation we have sought to broaden our third-party relationships, create a new constructive working relationship with the ACT Government and enhance our relationships and support arrangements for our members.

prior to the current ACT Lockdown. This MOU is a

We currently enjoy an open-door and productive

broad agreement to enhance the working relationship

relationship with the ACT Government and have seen

between community pharmacies and the community

the benefits of this through our current consultations

clubs within their area. The first tangible outcome

on the re-opening road map as it develops. Community

from this agreement is the proposed rolling out of

Clubs have a high reputational value within the local

vaccination hubs for FLU and Covid vaccinations. At

ACT community. We are intent on building on this to

this stage we anticipate this program to commence in

strengthen the voice of our members to Government

December/January as the community emerges from

and increase their relationships with their local

lockdowns. Some clubs are already working with their

Communities.

local pharmacies to organise vaccination days for staff, patrons and members of their local communities.

INDUSTRY EMPLOYMENT ClubsACT has identified Industry employment issues as a major concern arising out of Covid and industry shutdowns. With the evaporation of the student workforce (Both domestic and international) the industry had employee sourcing issues prior to the current lockdown and with the removal of

The next 6 months will be challenging for our sector as we attempt to smooth a transition back to full trading within the confines of the COVID response. We look forward to working with club members and patrons to give Canberrans an enhanced experience and relationship with our sector going into 2022.

Craig Shannon CEO - 13 October 2021

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From the President ClubsACT Gambling Harm Prevention Strategy 2020 – 2023 Community Clubs the last line of intervention for the Canberra community on Gambling Harm Minimisation.

Community Clubs in ACT provide the front and last line of intervention for the community with respect to the application of intervention and diversionary pathways for individuals with gambling and alcohol addiction issues.

Over many years the club industry has implemented sophisticated procedures to monitor patrons in terms of their gambling practices and alcohol consumption and where necessary, programs to intervene on patrons’ activities to prevent them doing critical financial harm to themselves, their families, and the communities at large.

With the move to increased online gambling through increasing sport, horse racing and other online betting portals, there is a significant shift to online practice that is largely unregulated.

“ClubsACT recognise that despite most people using poker machines as a source of fun and entertainment, there remains a small number of people who , through

ClubsACT takes that responsibility seriously and I

their gambling behaviour, can cause significant harm

am pleased to present the ClubsACT Gambling Harm

to themselves, Their families and their friends.

Prevention Strategy 2020-2023. This strategy outlines our member club’s commitments to creating a safer

It is the responsibility of the ACT Government, the

and more responsible club gambling environment.”

Club industry and individuals to minimise harm from gambling.

Kim Marshall, President – ClubsACT

https://clubsact.com.au/gambling-harm-prevention-stratey

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Gambling Harm Awareness Week 18 - 24 October 2021

Gambling Harm Awareness Week 2021 will be promoted digitally this year as COVID restrictions limit venue opening during this important week on the annual calendar.

Every year the ACT Gambling and Racing Commission designates a week for raising awareness of gambling harm amongst the ACT community. This year Gambling Harm Awareness Week (GHAW) will run from 18 to 24 October 2021. The Commission will follow on from last year’s GHAW by continuing to raise gambling harm awareness and reinforcing the importance of everyone in our community knowing the signs of gambling harm.

The Commission acknowledges that this year, particularly in recent months, has been especially difficult for venues due to COVID 19 public health restrictions. However as venues start to open up after 15 October we invite you to participate in the GHAW 2021 campaign by making available a range of Gambling Harm Awareness material for display in your venues.

KNOW THE SIGNS OF GAMBLING HARM If you find yourself answering yes to any of the questions below, you may be experiencing gambling harm.

1. Spending more time or money gambling than you wanted?

2. Having less money than you should?

3. Having regrets or feeling guilty after playing?

4. Losing focus at work or social events?

5. Trying to win back your losses?

6. Spending less time with people you care about?

7. Hiding how much you play from friends and family?

8. Playing after the fun stops?

We also direct you to our website https://www.gamblingandracing.act.gov.au/gambling-harm to access further information about gambling harm prevention in the ACT.

If you or someone you know needs help please call 1800 858 858

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How to apply for your director ID Part of a major modernisation of Australia’s business registries, the introduction of Director IDs – a unique identifier that a director will keep indefinitely – is designed to help stamp out illegal phoenixing and other fraudulent activity, enabling government to verify and track the corporate history of individual directors. https://www.abrs.gov.au/director-identificationnumber/apply-director-identification-number When you need to apply depends on the date you were appointed as a director.

New directors appointed between 1 November 2021 and 4 April 2022 will need to apply for their Director ID within 28 days of their appointment.

Existing directors (appointed on or before 31 October 2021) will have until 30 November 2022 to apply and In a major step, the Australian Tax Office has just launched its Australian Business Registry Services website, enabling directors to now apply for their ID when applications open next month.

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Work safe month MANAGING WORK-RELATED PSYCHOSOCIAL HAZARDS

WorkSafe ACT has launched their first Strategy for Managing Work-Related Psychosocial Hazards 2021-23, along with plans to manage work-related violence and aggression, and sexual harassment.

What work health and safety laws apply?

Employers and PCBUs have a legal responsibility to protect their workers by managing hazards and risks in the workplace.

Identifying the hazards that may affect good mental health, assessing how severe the risks are, and taking steps to eliminate and control the risks are essential steps to building a healthy and safe workplace.

For more information, visit these web pages:

1. workplace rights and responsibilities https:// www.worksafe.act.gov.au/health-and-safetyportal/managing-safety/workplace-rights-andresponsibilities

2. The how to manage work health and safety risks code of practice https://www.safeworkaustralia.gov.au/ doc/model-code-practice-how-manage-work-healthand-safety-risks

3. work-related psychological health, a systematic guide to meeting your duties https://www.safeworkaustralia. gov.au/doc/work-related-psychological-health-andsafety-systematic-approach-meeting-your-duties

4. Preventing psychological injury under work health and safety laws fact sheet https://www. safeworkaustralia.gov.au/doc/preventingpsychological-injury-under-work-health-and-safetylaws-fact-sheet

5. https://www.worksafe.act.gov.au/health-and-safetyportal/safety-topics/mental-health/managing-workrelated-psychosocial-hazards

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Managing COVID Risks in Indoor Venues Our friends at the Electronic Music Conference (EMC) are hosting on October 25 a special EMC Connect event focused on additional health measures to minimise the risk of COVID transmission in indoor environments.

They have an excellent panel of speakers including global experts in air ventilation, rapid testing and nightlife leaders from Belgium and Berlin, where such measures have already been implemented.

Attendance is free and I thought this may be of interest to you as you look ahead to 2022 when indoor dancing environments need to remain open and to enable safe trading during the colder months.

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