Almost half of those who gambled are classified as being at some risk of gambling harm.
Three-quarters of Australians adults have gambled at least once in the past year while almost two in five gamble weekly, new data shows. When it comes to gambling ads, three-quarters of Australian adults reported seeing or hearing sports or race betting advertisements at least once a week in the past 12 months.Paul had gambling debts worth more than $1 million, but that wasn't his biggest problem
"The report also captures the concerns of the Australian public that wagering advertising normalises gambling activity." Her proposed legislation would also require companies to share the total amount a user had previously lost every time they opened the gambling app."If one person pauses to reflect on their gambling behaviour based on this information this bill would be worth it," Ms Sharkie said.
An excuse to fly around the world on “research” gathering ideas and insights.
Four ads a week?! I watch sport throughout the weekend and likely see at least 8-10 betting/gambling ads per game.
Let people gamble if they want to but maybe limit advertising for gambling.
Start looking what what reforms can be made by looking at what other countries do differently.