Labor pledges opt-out register for online gambling ads akin to Do Not Call register for spam calls
The Australian Labor government announced a new single‑service opt‑out register for online gambling advertisements, modelled on the Do Not Call register. The measure, introduced by Communications Minister Anika Wells, includes a levy on gambling companies to fund the register and adds restrictions on inducements and commission‑based referrals. While the proposal aims to simplify opting out, it stops short of an opt‑in system or a complete ban on gambling ads.
- ▪Labor pledged a single‑service opt‑out register for gambling ads, similar to the Do Not Call register.
- ▪Anika Wells said gambling companies will pay a levy to fund the new register, which will be administered by the Australian Communications and Media Authority.
- ▪The reforms also restrict inducements, limit commission‑based referrals, and prohibit certain direct marketing to vulnerable customers.
- ▪The proposal is a compromise, falling short of calls for an opt‑in model or a total ban on online gambling advertising.
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Labor pledged a new single-service opt-out register for gambling ads - an idea similar to the Do Not Call register for spam calls. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAPView image in fullscreenLabor pledged a new single-service opt-out register for gambling ads - an idea similar to the Do Not Call register for spam calls. Photograph: Mick Tsikas/AAPAustralian politicsLabor pledges opt-out register for online gambling ads akin to Do Not Call register for spam callsThe new measure falls short of calls for gambling ads to move to an opt-in model, or for an outright ban Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updates Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcast Josh ButlerMon 17 Aug 2026 01.23 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe Labor government has pledged a new…
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