australia – Gambling Legislation

Calls for Stricter Gambling Ad Regulations Intensify Ahead of Australian Election

October 11, 2024 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

As the election draws near, Australia’s Labor government is grappling with significant pressure to tackle the escalating concerns surrounding gambling advertising. Amid calls from the Greens, federal communications minister Michelle Rowland announced that the government would outline its plans regarding gambling advertisements before the election, yet she refrained from confirming whether these plans would include […]

ACMA Issues Blocking Order Against Several Gambling Affiliate Sites

August 5, 2021August 5, 2021 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

Australia has been very aggressive in its pursuit of a safer gambling environment for its citizens. In addition to introducing some very robust regulations, the country is also looking into further mechanisms to make the process a success. Recently, the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) issued blocking orders against some affiliate gambling sites. The […]

Australia’s Gambling Addiction Problem Needs Help

October 14, 2018October 14, 2018 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

Australia is a place where gambling is both loved and hated. There is a lot of endorsement and at the same back, there is a lot of pushback against it. When you are on that roller-coaster of pro and against, it’s difficult to say which way the country is headed. However, a new call for […]

Australia’s Gambling Industry Targets the Digital World

January 28, 2018January 28, 2018 Donnie KendrickLeave a Comment

Gambling is a growing industry in Australia. In fact, one indication of its growth is the increase in the marketing efforts of gambling companies in the country. Last year, gambling companies have spent around $258 million on advertising in Australia. That’s equivalent to a 168% from their marketing cost from 2011 according to SMI numbers. […]