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Australian Centre for Disease Control Amendment (Gambling as a Public Health Issue) Bill 2026

Debated Monday 2 March 2026

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Chambers
House of Representatives
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Summaries in reported speech - not a transcript. In date order, both chambers.

  1. Monday 2 March 2026 · House of Representatives

    Second Reading

    The debate concerned a bill to formally recognise gambling harm as a public health issue within the Australian Centre for Disease Control. Independent members Monique Ryan and Kate Chaney argued that gambling causes severe social and health costs, including mental health issues and financial hardship, which require a systemic public health response rather than individual responsibility. They criticised the government for failing to act on the Murphy report recommendations over nearly 1,000 days. The speakers highlighted the predatory nature of the gambling industry and the need for evidence-based policy changes.

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