Democracy and public integrity

Lifting standards in public office

The major parties have squibbed it on gambling reform
The Bill has some important measures, but does not go nearly far enough to reduce harm.
18.08.2026 News

Australia has a problem with money in politics
Of course the PM attends ‘lots of dinners’. But we should be confident he is there for the ideas, not the money.
29.07.2026 News

The Gambling Reform Bill doesn’t go far enough
A partial ban on advertising is not enough. It should be comprehensive.
28.07.2026 Submission

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Aruna Sathanapally
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