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Pokie Trusts Mismanaged Millions | Wellington News
Pokie trusts are under fire after $28 million meant for community grants vanished into gaming machines—despite some claiming ignorance, regulators say leadership should’ve known better. Over $11 million has been recovered, but critics demand accountability, with calls for legal action against those who broke the rules. The Gaming Machine Association argues the mismanagement is minor in context and blames poor oversight—not intent—but insists consequences must follow. The Department of Internal Affairs is cracking down to ensure funds return to communities, not corporate profits. Listen in…
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