Broadcasting Services Amendment (Ban on Gambling Advertisements During Live Sport) 2023

# Broadcasting Services Amendment (Ban on Gambling Advertisements During Live Sport) Bill 2023 ## What it does The bill stops gambling companies from advertising during live sports on TV and radio. Specifically, it bans gambling ads for 1 hour before a live sporting event starts and 1 hour after it finishes. The ban covers ads, sponsorships, and promotional material—but doesn't apply to government lotteries, lotto, keno, or competitions. ## Why it matters Kids and families watching sports would see fewer gambling ads during those events, which matters because young viewers are often glued to live sports. This cuts down exposure to betting promotions at times when audiences are biggest and most engaged. ## Key details - **What's banned**: All gambling ads, sponsorships and promos (except government lotteries and keno) in the 2-hour window around live sport - **Where it applies**: Commercial and subscription TV services, plus commercial radio - **When it starts**: The day the bill receives Royal Assent (final approval from the Governor-General) - **Constitutional safeguard**: The bill includes a clause protecting it against legal challenges based on freedom of speech or property rights