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Bets to Better

Bets to Better

By: ACT Gambling Support Service
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 Join us as we dive into an important topic that affects many individuals, families and communities across the world – Gambling Harm. Gambling harm can be any negative consequence caused or made worse by gambling. Gambling harm can be difficult to recognise, sneaky, and will rarely impact an individual in isolation. Our host, Markus Fischer has worked in the mental health and alcohol and other drug sectors for over seven years, spending the last four years focused on gambling harm minimisation. Markus’ passion stems from his personal lived experience.

In this show, Markus speaks to various guests including those impacted by gambling harm, researchers, service providers and those in the industry. He provides information, encouragement, and pathways for others to reach out for support and assistance when they are negatively impacted by gambling.

Each episode explores the complexities of gambling harm, the resources available for those impacted, and effective harm minimisation strategies.

This podcast is brought to you by the ACT Gambling Support Service.

If you are impacted by gambling harm, please contact National Helpline on 1800 858 858 for free and confidential support.

If you're in the ACT and looking for support, visit actgamblingsupport.org.au.

If you are outside the ACT, visit gamblinghelponline.org.au to find support in your local area.
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Episodes
  • Bets to Better - Ravi - Australian Multicultural Action Network

    Bets to Better - Ravi - Australian Multicultural Action Network
    Mar 17 2026
    In this episode of Bets to Better, Markus is joined by Ravi Krishnamurthy, Founder, President and CEO of the Australian Multicultural Action Network in the ACT.

    Markus and Ravi talk about the impact that gambling harm has on multicultural communities in Australia, and how factors of shame and trust may impact their help seeking behaviours. They dive into gambling during major sporting events and the importance of education.

    They highlight how the roles of faith leaders and communities elders are a key in creating gambling resilient communities.

    If you are impacted by gambling harm, please contact the National Helpline on 1800 858 858 for free and confidential support. If you’re in the ACT and looking for support, visit actgamblingsupport.org.au.

    If you are outside the ACT, visit gamblinghelponline.org.au to find support in your local area.
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    32 mins
  • Bets to Better - Marisa - ACT Minister

    Bets to Better - Marisa - ACT Minister
    Feb 4 2026
    In this episode of Bets to Better, Markus is joined by Dr Marisa Paterson, ACT Labor Member for Murrumbidgee, and the Minister for Gaming Reform in the ACT.

    Markus and Marisa talk about the ACT Government’s public health approach to gambling harm and how to shift Australian culture to reduce gambling harm. They discuss the challenge of gambling harm particularly the marketing beast of the gambling industry.

    The resources mentioned in this episode include: FairPlay is an online resource designed to support the prevention of online gambling harm in children and young people. The Guide for Talking About Gambling and Related Harms developed by the ACT Gaming and Racing Commission can be found here here

    If you are impacted by gambling harm, please contact the National Helpline on 1800 858 858 for free and confidential support. If you’re in the ACT and looking for support, visit actgamblingsupport.org.au.

    If you are outside the ACT, visit gamblinghelponline.org.au to find support in your local area.
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    44 mins
  • Bets to Better - Jodie - Canberra Recovery Service

    Bets to Better - Jodie - Canberra Recovery Service
    Nov 21 2025
    In this episode of Bets to Better, Markus is joined by Jodie from the Canberra Recovery Service.

    Markus and Jodie speak on the co-occurrence of challenges such as gambling, alcohol and other drugs, trauma, and mental health concerns. They reflect on how far the rehabilitation sector has come, as well as expressing ideas on how to continue to improve services.

    Both share their lived experience of recovery and their passion for using their experiences to help others.

    For more information on Canberra Recovery Services, you can contact them on 02 6295 1256 or via email at CRC@salvationarmy.org.au. If you are impacted by gambling harm, please contact the National Helpline on 1800 858 858 for free and confidential support.

    If you’re in the ACT and looking for support, visit actgamblingsupport.org.au.


    If you are outside the ACT, visit gamblinghelponline.org.au to find support in your local area.
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