Lobbyists lining up to put their case to minister over Australia-wide ban on gambling ads

Exclusive: Freedom of information reveals long list of concerned parties meeting with Michelle Rowland

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Gambling companies, broadcasters, sporting codes and global tech companies have all sought or secured meetings with the communications minister, Michelle Rowland, and her staff to respond to a proposed total ban on wagering advertising.

Documents released under freedom of information reveal the wide range of industries worried about a financial hit if the government accepts the recommendations of a parliamentary inquiry into online gambling harm.

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