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Australia’s ACMA requests blocking of another eight gambling sites

The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has issued blocking orders for a further eight websites after ruling they breached gambling laws in the

NT gambling laws are being overhauled. Here’s why that will have national consequences

New laws governing the conduct of gambling companies are expected to be debated, and passed, by the Northern Territory parliament this week.But while the NT is

Top Australian Sports for Betting: A Comprehensive Guide

Australia, known for its passion for sports, offers a wide array of options for sports betting enthusiasts. From iconic events like the Australian Open in tenni

Gamblers losing $23 million a day on the pokies

Listen to Australian and world news, and follow trending topics with New data has found individuals in New South Wales lost $2.1 billion to poker machines in th

Decoding the Features of Top Australian Real Money Casinos: Strategies for Success Features Film Threat

Australia, known for its stunning landscapes and vibrant culture, also houses a thriving real money casino industry. As more players explore the realm o

‘As long as you’re losing money they don’t care’: Geelong man’s warning after online gambling addiction saw him land in jail

In short: Mark Stockwell was sentenced to a jail term after he was caught skimming money from his employer to pay off gambling debts.Stockwell is warning others

Foxtel under fire for broadcasting ads for illegal offshore betting companies

In short: Foxtel displayed virtual and electronic ads for illegal gambling companies, including an offshore bookmaker identified in a Four Corners investigat

‘It’s an Aussie invasion’: Inside the NRL’s big gamble as rugby league rolls into Vegas

In short: NRL players and fans have descended on Las Vegas for two opening-round games.The league is hoping to pick up new followers, viewers and bettors in A

Australia should have ‘Murphy’s law’ gambling ad ban by now: Costello

“The government has been working hard on a comprehensive approach to tackling gambling harm.”LoadingCostello, who lives in the south-eastern Melbourne seat

Nine CEO predicts gambling ads will be spared blanket ban

“The fact that it has taken longer, I think, demonstrates it’s not a simple issue. It’s a combination of a social issue on the side of problem gambling, b

Australians Use BetStop to Self-Exclude from Online Gambling

BetStop - the National Self-Exclusion Register™ covers all Australian licensed interactive wagering service providers - both online and telephone-based - and

18,000 Australians sign onto BetStop in first six months, with majority of early adopters under 40

In short: The federal government's 'BetStop' register has received more than 18,000 applications from gamblers wanting to be blocked from online services.Social