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One in Three Aussie Kids Fall Victim to Gambling

4/7/2025

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In Australia, a staggering one in three children are caught in the gambling trap, collectively losing over $18 million each year. A recent inquiry uncovered that 30% of teens aged 12 to 17 and nearly half of young adults aged 18 to 19 participate in gambling. Advocates are calling for an urgent ban on gambling ads, highlighting the alarming targeting of minors.

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In Australia, a staggering one in three children are caught in the gambling trap, collectively losing over $18 million each year. A recent inquiry uncovered that 30% of teens aged 12 to 17 and nearly half of young adults aged 18 to 19 participate in gambling. Advocates are calling for an urgent ban on gambling ads, highlighting the alarming targeting of minors.