NSW’s Planned Pokie Tax Hike Sets the Stage for Broader Reforms

NSW introduced a proposed change to slot machine taxation, bringing rates for casinos on par with the rest of the sector. The move caused considerable backlash, but the government plans to press on with additional reforms.
NSW’s Planned Pokie Tax Hike Sets the Stage for Broader Reforms


Australia’s New South Wales government introduced proposed changes to poker machine taxation. The new reform will bring casino operator taxes in line with those for machines in hotels and clubs. The state plans to use the extra income to aid struggling communities. Casino representatives have already spoken up against the changes, but the government appears adamant in its decision.
 
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