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

The Australian government's proposed crackdown on online gambling advertising is facing significant opposition from the Coalition, Greens, and independent parties, who demand stricter rules to address gambling inducements and limits on broadcast ads. Following a two-day inquiry that revealed allegations of gambling companies providing illegal drugs and access to sex workers to keep problem gamblers betting, the Coalition has confirmed it will seek "crucial amendments" before supporting the legislation.

This has left Labor's gambling reform efforts friendless, as it now faces united opposition from multiple parties and independents.

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