SYDNEY (April 2): Australia said that it would ban gambling advertisements featuring celebrities and limit online gambling advertisements to internet users over 18 from next year, an attempt to appease public health concerns but falling short of measures recommended by its own inquiry. Public health experts say the true cost is even higher as the losses often lead to treatment for depression and gambling and alcohol addiction. "The government should not claim they are protecting kids from gambling advertising by asking parents to opt out. Biggest gambling reform 'ever'But Albanese stood by the new rules, which he called "the most significant reform on gambling that has ever been implemented". "The government is taking decisive action to tackle the community and public health concerns associated with gambling," he said in a statement.

Source: The Edge Markets April 02, 2026 06:51 UTC