Gambling reform in Australia awaits the states, but most have already called for action

States think the federal government may take until the end of the year to announce its response to parliament’s gambling inquiry. Photograph: Dan Peled/AAP

When parliament’s gambling inquiry report was handed down in June it landed with a thud.

Its 31 recommendations include a total ban on advertising for online gambling within three years, as well banning inducements – such as bonus bets – and trailing commissions.