The possible expansion of gambling in Western Australia as part of the sale of the TAB would be a serious mistake, social welfare advocates say.
The Barnett Government has been investigating the sale of the state-owned betting agency for the past two years, as it seeks to bring down public debt.
Racing and Gaming Minister Colin Holt has confirmed a potential buyer could also seek to gain the rights to operate gaming machines as part of a deal.
While Mr Holt said the Government would not change its long-held stance on poker machines, the ABC understands interested buyers could seek to install Keno machines in TAB outlets and country pubs.
They would…
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