New rules aim to limit losses of gamblers.

Read the ABC news article here.

Key points:

• Tasmania is to be the first state to introduce mandatory pre-commitment cards for poker machines
• Gaming in other states is under intense scrutiny, and pokies reform has proven to be a tough political pill to swallow
• The reforms could prompt a rethink in other states, but the gambling lobby is preparing for battle

Players will need to set daily loss limits of up to $100, monthly limits of up to $500 and annual limits of up to $5,000, which can only be set higher should the person have a proven capacity to afford it. Once the limit is reached, the player will have to wait until the next period starts before they can play again.