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Australia Introduces Legislation Limiting Gambling Ads on TV and Radio
The federal government introduced a bill on July 2 that restricts gambling advertisements on television and radio during certain times, adds an online opt-out feature, and bars notable people from sponsored content. The measure faces an eight-week Senate inquiry after falling short of a full ban on online ads.
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The federal government introduced legislation to parliament on July 2 that limits TV and radio gambling ads during certain times, creates an opt-out feature for online platforms, and prohibits notable people from making sponsored gambling content, Abc reported.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated on July 3 that he is not against someone having a punt. He added that he is against problem gambling, which overwhelmingly is poker machines regulated by the states.
The bill will face an eight-week Senate inquiry. It does not include a complete ban on online gambling advertising. Gambling Harm Lived Experience Experts co-founder Anna Bardsley said only a total ban on gambling advertising ensures children are not exposed to it.
She added that the danger of advertising is that it shows everybody, including very young children, that gambling is a normal part of life. The Greens, Coalition and crossbench argue the legislation does not go far enough. Albanese described the reform as a major step forward.
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