Labor open to ‘sensible amendments’ to gambling laws after inquiry hears alcohol and cocaine offered to punters
The Albanese government’s gambling reform legislation is considered broadly correct by Labor frontbencher Jenny McAllister, but the party is open to sensible amendments. The government is prepared to tighten rules on betting inducements after hearings revealed alleged provision of alcohol, drugs, and other perks to problem gamblers, while it is less inclined to alter advertising restrictions. Ongoing negotiations with the Coalition and pressure from the Greens and other crossbenchers may shape any forthcoming changes.
- ▪Labor says its gambling legislation is broadly right but is willing to consider sensible amendments.
- ▪The government is ready to tighten rules on betting inducements following parliamentary hearings that alleged illegal drugs and other perks were offered to gamblers.
- ▪Proposed changes to advertising frequency on TV and online are less likely to be adopted.
- ▪Negotiations with the Coalition and input from opposition parties could lead to amendments before the bill is passed.
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Labor frontbencher Jenny McAllister says Labor has ‘broadly got the legislation right’ but is open to ‘sensible amendments’ on gambling reform. Photograph: Darren England/AAPView image in fullscreenLabor frontbencher Jenny McAllister says Labor has ‘broadly got the legislation right’ but is open to ‘sensible amendments’ on gambling reform. Photograph: Darren England/AAPGamblingLabor open to ‘sensible amendments’ to gambling laws after inquiry hears alcohol and cocaine offered to puntersSources say Albanese government willing to tighten rules on betting inducements but less likely to budge on TV and online advertisements Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Josh ButlerSat 8 Aug 2026 23.58 EDTLast modified on Sun…
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