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New Zealand Developers: Pubs Need Pokies

PALMERSTON NORTH, New Zealand – As reported by the New Zealand Herald: "Pubs would struggle to make a profit these days without poker machines, say a Palmerston North couple looking to build a tavern complex in the city.

"Vivien Wilson, co-owner of Cress Holdings, said the proposed Kaimanawa Tavern needed a gambling machine licence to ensure its viability.

"…Mrs Wilson and her husband, Peter, were among those who made submissions to a Palmerston North City Council hearing on proposed rules for poker machines in the city.

"…The Wilsons are proposing a large, $1.4 million (US$974,422) tavern complex with a TAB, off-licence, restaurant and lunch bar, and are seeking council permission to run a nine-pokie casino…"

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