Communications Between The Office Of The Minister For Communications, The Hon Anika Wells Mp, And Relevant Stakeholders Concerning Gambling Reform From 3 May 2025 To 21 October 2025.

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Between June and October 2025, Minister for Communications Anika Wells' office engaged with SBS regarding gambling advertising opt-out features. In June, ministerial advisers requested information from SBS Director of Corporate Affairs Clare O'Neil about an advertising opt-out system, seeking briefing materials on technical elements, uptake numbers, and industry launch partners. SBS agreed to prepare an overview document for the Minister by the following week. The correspondence indicates coordination between the Minister's office and relevant stakeholders on gambling reform policy, with SBS providing technical information to support ministerial consideration of advertising opt-out mechanisms. Several names and identifying details have been redacted under Freedom of Information exemptions. The exchange demonstrates consultation processes between government and broadcasters during the development of gambling reform policy.