Broadcasting Services Amendment (Prohibition of Gambling Advertisements) 2023

# Broadcasting Services Amendment (Prohibition of Gambling Advertisements) Bill 2023 ## What it does This bill bans gambling advertisements from being broadcast on TV and radio, and stops them appearing on online streaming services. It removes existing rules that allowed some gambling ads and replaces them with a blanket prohibition across these platforms. ## Why it matters Gambling ads are currently everywhere during sports broadcasts and prime-time TV, which experts say normalises betting and targets vulnerable people including young viewers. Banning them entirely would be one of the strongest protections in Australia's media regulations. ## Key details - **Who's affected:** Commercial TV and radio stations, subscription services (like Foxtel), and online content providers all have to comply - **When it kicks in:** Six months after Parliament passes the bill (giving broadcasters time to update contracts and schedules) - **What's removed:** The bill strips out old definitions and rules that previously created carve-outs for certain gambling promotions, replacing the whole system with a straightforward ban