Labor Pressured to Crack Down on Online Gambling Ads

Reports that the Prime Minister plans new rules on gambling advertising prompted a response from Greens communications spokesperson Senator Sarah Hanson-Young. She urged the government to ensure measures target online and digital advertising and inducements.

Greens demand stronger online measures

Hanson-Young said reform is not meaningful unless it impacts gambling companies’ online promotion. She warned weak rules would fail families facing gambling harm.

The senator criticised the pace of the Albanese Government’s response. She said the reported approach appears to fall short of real reform.

Reference to the Murphy Report

The Greens insist any changes must reflect the Murphy Report’s key recommendations. That review recommended strong action, including a total ban on gambling ads.

Hanson-Young highlighted that online advertising drives much of the recent rise in gambling promotion to young people. She called for policy that addresses that specific threat.

Concerns over half-measures

The Greens warned that soft restrictions on digital and online advertising would favour gambling operators. They said such half-measures leave vulnerable Australians exposed.

Hanson-Young argued families should not bear the cost of ineffective regulation. She urged the government to adopt robust protections instead.

Context and next steps

Australians lose more to gambling per person than residents of any other country. The Greens said reforms must be strong enough to reduce that harm.

Labor has been pressured by advocates to crack down on online gambling ads. The Greens said they will review the full proposal and work constructively on stronger protections.

Filmogaz.com will continue to follow developments and report further details as they become available.