By The Weekly Edge desk ·
Asia Gaming Brief reported that church leaders, child advocates and broadcasters criticised Australia’s gambling advertising bill before a Senate inquiry. They argued it leaves children exposed to betting promotions while creating costly media-sector obligations.
The inquiry is considering objections concerning child protection and broadcaster compliance costs.
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