Australians are the biggest gamblers in the world. The rise in popularity of online and sports betting means that more and more young Australians are gambling – almost one in three 12-17-year-old Australians now gamble, as do almost half of 18-19-year-olds. A 2023 government inquiry (the Murphy Review) made numerous recommendations that would help curb Australia’s growing gambling problem but, despite popular support for action, parliament has not responded. So, what are the odds of gambling reform in Australia? Join Tim Costello and Malcolm Baalman to find out.

SPEAKERS:

Reverend Tim Costello AO – Chief Advocate, Alliance for Gambling Reform

Malcolm Baalman – Policy and Advocacy Manager, Public Health Association of Australia

Alice Grundy – Managing Editor, Australia Institute Press