New South Wales lotteries could be the government's secret weapon to boosting the state's cash-strapped budget.
It’s no secret the state government has wracked up a billion dollar budget black hole.
But what most people don't know is that it has an emergency plan to fill the void if need be, by selling off NSW Lotteries.
The government stands to pocket around a billion dollars from the sale, the exact amount needed to keep the state budget from breaking point.
A senior labor figure has revealed they're actively considering the sale, after restricting NSW lotteries gaming licence to a year.
It has sparked mounting fears among lotto staff who are seeking to immediately meet with the public service association to discuss the possible sell off.