ANALYSIS: Australian gamblers lost A$25b last year. Reformers wanting change are up against a powerful lobby not only of the gambling industry, but media companies, sporting codes, and even governments.
WATCH: NBR senior journalist Lachlan Colquhoun speaks with Simon Shepherd.
The NRL Grand Final last weekend between the Brisbane Broncos and the Melbourne Storm was a classic season finale, and it was also a brilliant advertising opportunity for sports betting.
One of the NRL sponsors is Sportsbet, which is the code’s primary wagering partner.