Carlton's $10m pokies windfall undermines its domestic violence drive
In its 10th year, the club spruiks the initiative as promoting gender equality and ending violence against women.
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Carlton's $10m pokies windfall undermines its domestic violence drive
Just over a week ago, Carlton Football Club players donned their navy and orange jerseys, as well as orange socks, for the annual 'Carlton Respects' game, which was played against the Melbourne Demons. In its 10th year, the club spruiks the initiative as promoting gender equality and ending violence against women.
