Australia's Grattan Institute paper advocates for loss caps and an advertising ban.
Australia has been identified as the country with the highest average annual gambling losses in the world, a troubling statistic highlighted in a recent report by the Grattan Institute, an Australian public policy think tank.
The report, titled "A Better Bet: How Australia Should Prevent Gambling Harm," provides a detailed analysis and set of recommendations aimed at reducing the harm caused by gambling in the country.
The report reveals that Australians lose an average of AU$1,635 (US$1,098.90) per adult annually on gambling, significantly higher than other countries like the US (AU$809) and New Zealand (AU$584). The majority of these losses are attributed to pokies (slot machines) and sports betting.
In response to these findings, the Grattan Institute has put forward several recommendations. These include a complete ban on gambling advertising and inducements, a gradual reduction in the number of pokies across states, and the introduction of a mandatory pre-commitment system for online gambling. The report also suggests implementing mandatory pre-commitment for pokies, with strict daily, monthly, and annual loss limits.
Aruna Sathanapally, CEO of the Grattan Institute, expressed concern over the situation, stating, “Australia has allowed the gambling industry too much freedom, resulting in significant harm to gamblers, their families, and the wider community. Gambling products are engineered to be addictive, leading to severe consequences like job loss, bankruptcy, relationship breakdowns, family violence, and even suicide. It is imperative that our politicians confront the powerful gambling lobby and take action to regulate the industry."
The idea of banning gambling ads is gaining momentum in Australia, especially after the Alliance for Gambling Reforms issued an open letter last month, signed by several prominent figures, urging for a nationwide ban on gambling advertisements.
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