No more new Pokies for Mparntwe…community group raises its voice !

Submissions have been lodged with the NT director general of licencing to refute an application from Iris Capital to put more new poker machines in a range of venues across Mparntwe Alice Springs.

Emma Buckley from No New Pokies – Mparntwe Alice Springs say despite the David vs Goliath situation they face – they have people power on their side and want the centre of the town to be a safe, vibrant peace that everyone living here can enjoy.

A number of knowledgeable locals including Alyawerre man Michael Liddle and Arrernte/Nharangga/Kaurna woman Roxanne Highfold spoke about the effects of pokies at this weeks public gathering.

Michael Liddle, Alyawerre man with Arrernte ties was a guest speakers at this weeks public gathering.
Arrernte/Nharangga/Kaurna woman Roxanne Highfold also spoke at the public gathering.

Emma Buckley Lennox from No New Pokies Mpartnwe speaks with Jenni Hubert.