Calls grow for Australian gambling reform as AGRC data shows high harm rates and AU$32 billion in annual losses
The Australian government is under pressure to advance gambling reform after a report from the Australian Gambling Research Centre (AGRC) reported high participation and harm rates. According to the report, 2.6% of Australians are at high risk of gambling harm and about AU$32 billion is lost each year through regulated operators. The calls follow the 2022 parliamentary inquiry and recent advertising and compliance controversies.
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