The authors called for a raft of changes including a total ban on gambling advertising or inducements, maximum loss limits, better support systems, reducing the number of pokies in all jurisdictions and a national pre-commitment scheme.
The government is considering a partial ban on gambling advertising, after acknowledging the status quo cannot continue.
Free-to-air broadcasters have concerns about a significant loss of revenue and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese previously warned of unintended consequences of a total ban.
