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Australians could soon be able to block all online gambling ads. But will the plan actually work?

The goal is for anyone to be able to put their name, email address or phone number on the register and never see any gambling ads on any online

The Guardian - AU · Aug 20

‘What drugs do you want’? Senate inquiry allegations reveal the murky dangers of betting inducements

A former NRL player yesterday alleged shocking inducements from betting companies to keep gambling, including receiving cocaine as well as free alcohol and food at race meetings.

The Conversation · Aug 4

Escorts, drugs: big-spending gamblers' inducements

Gambling reform advocates have issued a plea to the government to stamp out the predatory behaviour of major betting companies.

AAP · Aug 3

Lotteries under scrutiny for problem gambling register

Self-exclusion register BetStop has been described as an important tool in tackling gambling harm, but some improvements have been recommended.

AAP · Feb 25

You spin some, you lose more: how Albanese’s gambling rhetoric falls short

As a new parliamentary year resumes, politicians such as the ACT’s David Pocock have renewed their calls for legislation to tackle Australia’s gambling losses, which are the worst in the world per capita.

The Conversation · Feb 4

Australia’s heaviest betters undeterred by key gambling reform, research shows

Exclusive: Report finds ban on credit card use for online wagering results in most gamblers switching to transaction account payments

The Guardian - AU · Dec 2, 2025

Self-excluded gamblers turn to illegal offshore sites

Punters are increasingly turning to illegal sites to gamble, sending billions of dollars offshore as the responsible regulator is criticised for being futile.

AAP · Nov 19, 2025

Addicts who opted to be banned from gambling in Australia targeted to bet with overseas firms

Media regulator condemns ‘deeply concerning’ third-party websites that seek to entice bets from self-declared addicts

The Guardian - AU · Oct 31, 2025

Australian Prime Minister cautions against gambling ads ban: ‘People just go offshore, then there’s no revenue at all’

Good news for the Australian gambling industry.

Dot Esports · Aug 28, 2025

Ministers coy on gambling reform as advice kept secret

How the government planned to respond to a landmark gambling inquiry report before shelving its reform ahead of the election will remain secret.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025