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Former Tabcorp chief calls on Albanese government to tighten gambling ad rules

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Former Tabcorp chief executive Elmer Funke Kupper urged Australia’s Albanese government to tighten gambling advertising rules, citing risks to young people. He called for bans on stadium and team-uniform advertising and on ads in the hour before sports broadcasts; Communications Minister Anika Wells said the government was continuing consultations.

Any restrictions could change where and when gambling operators can advertise in Australia.

End-of-day close Tabcorp (TAH), AUD, to 20 November 2025
Story date22 August 202520 November 2025

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