Sportsbet Hosts Government Minister at Labor Fundraiser Amidst Lobbying Controversy

Sportsbet dines with government minister at Labor fundraiser despite calls to reject lobbying from industry

Breaking News: Just hours before, four independent MPs held a press briefing urging the government to resist pressure from gambling lobbyists.

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Earlier this week, Sportsbet was present at a Labor Party fundraising event featuring a minister from the Albanese administration, despite widespread bipartisan demands for the government to reject gambling industry influence and implement stricter regulations.

An employee representing Sportsbet was part of a select group of contributors who attended the exclusive “boardroom dinner” with Kristy McBain, the Minister for Regional Development, on Tuesday evening. This event was coordinated by Labor’s official fundraising organization.

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