{"title":"Betty Con Walker","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the works of Betty Con Walker, a distinguished author known for her insightful explorations into subjects that intrigue and inform. This collection features some of her notable works, including \u003cem\u003eCasino Clubs NSW\u003c\/em\u003e, offering a captivating dive into history and military categories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBetty Con Walker is celebrated for her meticulous research and engaging writing style, making complex historical topics accessible and interesting to readers. Her books provide a detailed look at various historical contexts, with a particular focus on the intricacies of casino clubs in New South Wales. Through her storytelling, she illuminates the cultural and social dynamics of the past, enriching readers' understanding of how these elements have shaped modern Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for history enthusiasts and anyone keen on exploring military history and heritage, Betty Con Walker's books are a must-read. Whether you're a casual reader or a history buff, her works will surely educate and captivate you.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"casino-clubs-nsw-by-betty-con-walker-9781920899400","title":"Casino Clubs NSW","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NSW club gaming industry is a multi-billion dollar business with some of the largest registered clubs in the world operating more poker machines than many casinos, but not subject to the same scrutiny. Their status as 'mutuals' allows them to pay little, if any, corporate income tax and low state tax rates on gaming profits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCasino Clubs NSW\u003c\/em\u003e describes how big clubs have attained and retained a dominant position in the gaming industry. While recognising the positive role of small mutual clubs, it questions the continuing government support to big clubs through tax and regulatory concessions and refutes claims that the bulk of gaming profits is spent on community contributions and sport sponsorship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCasino Clubs NSW\u003c\/em\u003e presents the story of public campaigns, private lobbying, and back-room machinations aimed at blocking a 2003 decision by Premier Bob Carr and Treasurer Michael Egan to increase taxes on the gaming profits of big clubs. Carr and Egan resisted that campaign, but incoming Premier Iemma backed down in order to obtain the support of some disaffected backbenchers. The price for the premiership has been a loss in state taxes of hundreds of millions of dollars—and rising.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848614498540,"sku":"9781920899400","price":54.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/25490913482871.jpg?v=1758993826"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/betty-con-walker.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}