Labor backs stronger gambling reform | Evening News Bulletin 24 July 2026
Labor strengthens gambling regulation policies but rejects a national regulator, alongside news on bird flu and Commonwealth Games.Summary
At its national conference, the Labor Party voted unanimously to strengthen gambling regulation policies, following a grassroots campaign. However, the party stopped short of supporting a national gambling regulator, a key recommendation from a 2023 report by the late Peta Murphy. Instead, Labor will focus on enhancing the powers of existing national regulators and reducing harm from gambling promotions.
Other news includes Queensland's preparations for a potential bird flu outbreak following a suspected positive H5 case on Moreton Island. In Chile, flash flooding has caused significant casualties and water shortages. Additionally, the Brett Whiteley Studio has reopened after restoration, and Australia secured its first Commonwealth Games victory in women's pairs bowls.
(Source：SBS Australia)