New South Wales
Department of Gaming and Racing
http://www.dgr.nsw.gov.au/
Go to the "Help for Problem Gamblers" tab for links to NSW resources for problem gambling. Most resources are in the form of downloadable Adobe Acrobat Files.
Victoria
Gambler's Help Victoria
http://www.gspot.org.au/
This site provides a useful range of links, information and contacts.
Queensland
Gamblers Help Queensland
http://www.communities.qld.gov.au/community/contacts/gambling.html
This lists the phone number of the 24 hour gamblers help Queensland service as well as direct regional contact numbers.
Responsible Gambling
http://www.responsiblegambling.qld.gov.au/
This site provides information about responsible gambling in Queensland
Other Relevant Resources
Depression
Many problem gamblers are dealing with issues of depression, grief and loss. These web sites provide general information about depression and its treatment. You are advised to discuss issues of depression with a qualified health professional or counsellor.
Beyond Blue is the national initiative on depression. It provides an excellent range of self help resources as well as links to a great range of mental health sites. http://www.beyondblue.org.au/
Moodgym is a web based cognitive behavioural program aimed to help users deal with depression. It is free although it does require uses to register with the site. The site is a research project of the Australian National University. http://www.moodgym.anu.edu.au/
The Black Dog Institute is an educational, research and clinical facility offering specialist expertise in mood disorders - a range of disorders that include depression and Bipolar Disorder. The site includes useful information and worksheets. http://www.blackdoginstitute.org.au/
Carers
Carers Australia provides help and support for carers. A significant proportion of clients at our service have being involved in caring for a spouse or child. http://www.carersaustralia.com.au/
Relaxation / Meditation
The Mind/Body Medical Institute has an excellent site which provides information about stress management and the Relaxation Response. The Institute is continuously researching effective stress management techniques. The Institute is based at the Harvard University Medical School. http://www.mbmi.org/home/
