House debates
Tuesday, 18 August 2026
Questions without Notice
Gambling Advertising
2:33 pm
Anika Wells (Lilley, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Sport) | Hansard source
For services subject to the triple lock system, the opt-out choice must be displayed prominently so people can make an informed choice. We are also providing further choice for Australians by introducing a wagering advertising opt-out register, a single mechanism for people who choose not to see gambling ads to have it applied across all of their online services.
This is a strong, comprehensive, balanced package, and I thank my colleagues, parliamentarians and stakeholders for their engagement throughout this process. These reforms will deliver real action to protect Australians from gambling harm whilst also ensuring we strike the right balance. I thank those who have walked with us to finalise this important, comprehensive package of reforms. I particularly thank the shadow communications minister in the other place, who has worked constructively with us. Politics often revolves around conflict, but days like these show us we can work together to deliver— (Time expired)
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