Economy Boost Stimulus ended up in the pokies

New statistics have shown that the government stimulus of $900 for every adult earning under $100k in Australia contributed to a massive up turn in Pokie revenue. New figures have shown that poker machine revenue went up 7% as the stimulus packages began to be spent.

The news is sure to reignite the argument about pokie spending in Victoria – with many already calling for a limit to spending on pokies per session. However the national government have taken a more optimistic view saying that most of the people receiving the money had used in an appropriate way, but adding that ultimately people’s spending habits are a matter for the individual.

It has not taken the opposition long to target the government with these figures, Joe Hockey, shadow treasurer has said that the stimulus payments were poorly dished out and that spending on pokies proves this...

At the same time, approval was given for smoking in the room – it seems once again that money really does talk. Peter Cohen, the Victoria Gambling head-honcho saw no issue with the plan proceeding.

Overall the deal looks to be win, win for the casino industry, it’ll create more jobs, provide more funding for the rest of the casino and will most likely increase tourism to Australia from the sort of people we want to visit the country – i.e. huge, wealthy gamblers!