Central Coast Problem Gambling runs a counselling service through the Peninsula Community Centre.  This service is funded by the NSW Office of Liquor, Gambling & Racing - Responsible Gambling Fund.  Central Coast Problem Gambling Service has been in operation since 1998, providing assistance to approximately 1600 people in this time. Offering free confidential counselling and education, the service is funded by the New South Wales government through the Responsible Gambling Fund. Central Coast Problem Gambling Service is a division of the Peninsula Community Centre, Woy Woy with other offices at Gosford and Berkley Vale.

Counselling and support is provided for people with a gambling problem, their partners, family members, or others affected by the gambling. Public awareness and education is carried out through forums, presentations, advertising in local media as well as on our informative website:  www.problemgambling.net.au University qualified staff use a variety of clinical models to facilitate positive outcomes in individuals, families and groups. Currently the service operates from 9.00am  to 5.00pm on weekdays. For further information or for an appointment call 4344 7992 or 4344 7993.

For up to date information regarding the Central Coast Problem Gambling Service, download the attached leaflet.

Also, for more information on the Gambling Check-Up, which is a self testing service, look at the Problem Gambling Website.

For a copy of the latest Problem Gambling Newsletter, please go to the Problem Gambling Website, in particular, the News Page, http://www.problemgambling.net.au/news.htm, & the publications page http://www.problemgambling.net.au/publications.htm

Also, attached is a copy of the Good Gambling Guide.