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Sportsbet accused of pushing man to lose $2.5 million

Being coached on avoiding scrutiny for his excessive gambling to the point of losing his family is an example of a betting giant breaking the law, a man says.

AAP

Inducements are at the centre of the government’s long-awaited gambling reform. What actually are they?

The prolonged, contentious gambling reform process in Australia is set for some movement at last.

The Conversation

Australian families are losing loved ones to gambling. The industry’s ‘I know nothing’ defence beggars belief

Australians are the biggest gambling losers in the world. Labor’s feeble ‘reforms’ aren’t close to good enough

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Amid a week of sex and drug allegations, Pocock summed up Albanese’s gambling plan with one word

Independent senator says it is a ‘tragedy’ that PM is standing in the way of strong public and bipartisan support for tougher laws

The Guardian - AU

Labor's rivals revive push for full ban on gambling ads

Minor parties and independents are preparing amendments to Labor's "friendless" proposed gambling reforms before parliament returns to Canberra.

AAP

Top footy codes drowning in grog and gambling adverts

Alcohol advertising has a firm grip on Australia's two major football codes, with children exposed to the ads every time they watch a match.

AAP

Labor MPs urge Albanese to go harder on gambling reform amid illicit drug and sex worker allegations

Louise Miller-Frost and Alicia Payne have vowed to push for further action after evidence from Sportsbet and Tabcorp this week

The Guardian - AU

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Sportsbet and Tabcorp deny allegations they sourced drugs and sex workers to encourage VIP clients to bet more

Betting firms respond to claims made by anti-gambling campaigners Tim Costello and Luke Bateman at parliamentary inquiry

The Guardian - AU

‘What drugs do you want’? Senate inquiry allegations reveal the murky dangers of betting inducements

A former NRL player yesterday alleged shocking inducements from betting companies to keep gambling, including receiving cocaine as well as free alcohol and food at race meetings.

The Conversation

Afternoon Update: Alan Jones trial hears cash, car and kissing allegations; Luke Bateman tells inquiry gambling firms gave him cocaine; and Indigenous leaders focus on future

The former broadcaster who is accused of indecent assault and sexual touching has pleaded not guilty to 22 charges

The Guardian - AU

Escorts, drugs: big-spending gamblers' inducements

Gambling reform advocates have issued a plea to the government to stamp out the predatory behaviour of major betting companies.

AAP

Luke Bateman tells inquiry gambling companies supplied him with cocaine and alcohol

Former rugby league player turned TikTok influencer tells parliamentary inquiry his spiralling addiction to gambling cost him about $1m

The Guardian - AU

Luke Bateman says boys need books ‘written for boys’ to become readers. But it’s not that simple

This week, Australian Story profiled former NRL player, BookTok creator and fantasy author Luke Bateman. The episode explored his recovery from addiction, his struggles with mental illness and his love of reading, which led to a three-book publishing contract after his BookTok account went viral.

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Remember The Bachelor’s Flop Season In 2023? All Three Stars Now Have Hollywood Careers

The roses might not have lasted, but Luke Bateman, Ben Waddell and Wesley Senna Cortes' careers apparently did.

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I’m A Celeb 2026 Finale: Top Three Finalists, Where To Watch And How To Cast Your Votes

Voting lines are open!

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The I’m A Celebrity 2026 Finalists Have Leaked Online And Spoilers Ahead, Obvs

Not only has Deni Hines already exited I'm A Celebrity after uttering the famous phrase, but the top three contestants have now leaked.

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Luke Bateman’s Bachie Ex Ellie Rolfe Pens Scathing Post After Seeing Him On I’m A Celeb

"Don't believe everything you see on TV and on social media! People can curate a whole identity for their personal gain/ego."

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10 Shuts Down Claims Luke Bateman Was Banned From Mentioning The Bachelors On I’m A Celeb

Network 10 has shut down claims that Luke Bateman was barred from talking about The Bachelors on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! 2026.

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George Calombaris Opened Up About His Wage Scandal On I’m A Celeb & Fans Aren’t Happy

George Calombaris spoke candidly about his wage scandal and subsequent fall from grace in Monday night’s episode.

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Here’s The Full Cast List For I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! Australia 2026

Celebrities are about to rumble in the jungle. Here's the full cast list for I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out OF Here! Australia 2026.

The Guardian - AU

Footballer, Bachelor star … fantasy writer? The TikTok furore over Luke Bateman’s book deal

His book is expected to be about a boy battling hardships in a magical world, but the deal has sparked real world debate about power and privilege

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Who Gets A Book Deal? Luke Bateman’s Success Puts Publishing Inequality In The Spotlight

Luke Bateman’s book deal has sparked major debate on BookTok, raising questions about privilege and diversity in publishing.

The Canberra Times

'I'd put it above playing in the NRL': ex-Raider looks for love on The Bachelor

Did he find the one? 'You'll have to watch to find out,' he laughs.

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Everything We Know After A Shamefully Deep Dive Into Each Of The Bachelors’ Instagrams

Hillsong? Interesting.

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