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Gambling companies threaten to ramp up betting promotions to counter AFL revenue grab


Exclusive: Critics say inducements are harmful and urge a ban as recommended by Murphy inquiry

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Gambling companies are preparing to ramp up their use of harmful inducements that encourage people to spend more money, in response to the AFL’s push for a bigger slice of gambling revenue.

Earlier this week, Guardian Australia revealed AFL executives had cited concerns about serious shortcomings in the integrity system to justify a campaign to seize a bigger share of money gambled on its games.

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Source link : https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/mar/04/gambling-companies-inducements-promotions-afl-revenue-grab-ntwnfb

Author : Henry Belot

Publish date : 2025-03-03 14:00:00

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