Greens' Sarah Hanson-Young draws firm line on betting perks
The Greens refuse to support current gambling bill, demanding stricter bans on betting perks and advertising to protect vulnerable Australians.Summary
Australia's Greens party, led by Senator Sarah Hanson‑Young, has taken a hard stance against the government's current gambling reform bill, refusing to vote for it in its present form. The bill, which faces criticism for allowing betting companies to offer inducements such as deposit matches, bonus bets, and even illegal perks, is seen by the Greens as insufficient to protect children and vulnerable Australians. Hanson‑Young cites the late Peta Murphy's 2023 report calling for the abolition of all inducements and demands stricter advertising bans, including a total ban on online ads. While the government and Labor say they are open to sensible amendments, the Greens warn that without comprehensive reforms the bill will fail to curb gambling harm.
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