The NSW Government has appointed four new trustees to the Responsible Gambling Fund Trust (RGF), tasked with advising on the funding of initiatives that prevent and reduce gambling harm.
One of the newly appointed trustees is Maria Vassiliadis.
Vassiliadis has a legal background and experience as a senior government executive.
She has held senior roles with the eSafety Commissioner and the federal Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts.
She brings subject matter expertise in gambling and online safety regulation and e-safety to the RGF.
“I am excited about this appointment and look forward to collaborating with the other trustees on this important work,” she told Neos Kosmos.
The appointments were approved by Minister for Gaming and Racing David Harris following a merit-based selection process.
“The Responsible Gambling Fund is key to the NSW Government’s efforts to address gambling harm,” Harris said in a media release.
“The appointment of these highly qualified individuals ensures we have the right people with the right expertise to drive meaningful change for individuals and communities across NSW.
“With their wealth of experience in governance, healthcare, policy and social impact, the new trustees will strengthen the Trust’s work and help deliver evidence-based solutions to minimise harm caused by gambling across the state.”
The other three new trustees joining Vassiliadis are Luke Lindsay, Siobhan Toohill and Kara Lamond.
The RGF was established in 1995 through a levy on casinos and plays a crucial role in directing funds to programs that promote safer gambling practices and supporting initiatives toward the goal of zero gambling harm in NSW.
