CompaniesGaming & WageringThe AFR ViewThe AFR ViewGambling reform is about protecting the next generationNeither the AFL nor NRL fronted the Senate inquiry, which was a telling snub for codes that profit so heavily from the gambling industry.Australia’s bookies didn’t have much public goodwill to spare, but this week’s revelations have done their standing no favours.What was meant to be a Senate inquiry into the Albanese government’s gambling-ad reforms was eclipsed by claims of corporate impropriety.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Latest In Gaming & wageringFetching latest articlesMost Viewed In Companies