WA's gambling advertising restrictions set to pass parliament this week, hitting Tabcorp and Crown Perth. Media funding and NDIS changes also in the package.
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The Western Australian parliament returns from its winter break this week, and the government has secured deals to pass legislation tightening gambling advertising restrictions, Business News reported. The changes are part of a broader package that also includes adjustments to media funding and NDIS benefits.
Tabcorp, which operates the TAB betting network in WA, faces potential revenue headwinds if the new rules limit advertising during live sports broadcasts. Crown Perth, the state's largest casino, could see reduced marketing channels. Neither company commented on the proposed legislation.
The gambling advertising reforms have been contentious, with industry groups arguing they will push punters toward unregulated offshore operators. The government has countered that the measures are needed to reduce problem gambling rates, which have risen in the state over the past three years.
Media funding changes in the same package are expected to redirect some government advertising spending away from commercial broadcasters toward community outlets. NDIS benefit adjustments will tighten eligibility criteria for some therapy supports.
The legislation is expected to clear both houses before the end of the month, with the upper house crossbench already indicating support.
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