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The NRL’s influence on Albanese’s gambling reforms

Dec 1, 2024
Jason Koutsoukis, special correspondent for The Saturday Paper, delves into the intricate relationship between Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Peter V'landys, chair of the Australian Rugby League Commission. They explore how this bond influences key decisions on gambling advertising reforms. Koutsoukis reveals the political maneuvers delaying these reforms, highlighting the tension between public demand and the government's ties to sports figures. The discussion also uncovers why the government's response has been a mix of proposals and internal disappointment.
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