The FOI Act documents were obtained by anti-gambling MP Kate Chaney, who was also a member of the parliamentary inquiry. The lobbying efforts come as the communications ministry deliberates on a parliamentary inquiry in June that recommended the ban.Ħ6 lobbyists have met with Rowland’s office Gambling firms who’ve already put their cases forward to the minister’s office include Entain-owned Ladbrokes and Neds, PointsBet, Betr, Sportsbet, Crown, Betfair, Tabcorp, and BlueBet. A Guardian exclusive has revealed that multiple lobbyists have met, or want to meet the MP as the country considers banning all online gambling advertising.ĭocuments released under Australia’s Freedom of Information Act revealed betting firms, media houses, and professional sports leagues have secured meetings with Rowland’s administration or wish to. Australia’s Minister for Communications Michelle Rowland is having a busy end to the year.
