Labor’s gambling reform friendless as Coalition withholds support amid drug and sex worker allegations

Labor's plan to tighten rules on online gambling advertising has run into unified opposition from the Coalition, Greens, and independents. All three are demanding the government go further, with tougher rules on betting inducements and stricter limits on broadcast ads. According to The Guardian, a two-day parliamentary inquiry heard allegations that gambling companies provided illegal drugs and access to sex workers to keep problem gamblers engaged. The Coalition said Wednesday it would require crucial amendments to the bill before backing it.

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