Gambling’s grip on sport demands tough action

Littleproud wants the public debate on the issue steered by the parliament's standing committee on social policy. The committee is holding an inquiry into online gambling and its impact on problem gamblers and children. Crossbench MPs want the government to take stronger action against gambling companies. The Age doesn't expect sporting bodies to cut gaming revenue entirely. But the trend is going the wrong way as gambling firms look to sports as a growth opportunity.