New Laws to Control Gambling Advertising Coming Soon, Government Says

Published on August 13, 2024

Despite repeated questions in Parliament and pressure from community groups, the Albanese government has not committed to a total ban on gambling advertising. Addressing the Parliament on Aug. 13, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said “the status quo regarding the saturation of gambling advertising, particularly where children are exposed to it, is untenable.” He further said that the communications and social services ministers were working to tackle gambling advertising comprehensively. “We want to make sure that any measures do not have unintended consequences, and we’re taking a comprehensive approach, recognizing that this is a complex issue.” Albanese also said the government was in consultation on a proposed model for controlling online ads....

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