Melbourne pub faces potential fine of $222,000 for allegedly allowing 16-year-old to gamble

Teenager accessed electronic terminals at the Preston Hotel last year, the gambling watchdog has alleged in a series of charges against the pub

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A Melbourne pub is facing fines of almost $222,000 after a teenager was allegedly allowed to gamble.

The gambling watchdog on Friday alleged staff at the Preston Hotel allowed a 16-year-old to access electronic terminals and place bets on six occasions in May and September last year.