NSW greyhound industry claims ban on gambling ads would result in dogs suffering

Exclusive: Greyhound Racing NSW estimates betting ban would cost sector $20m a year while animal welfare advocates say claims of increased cruelty are absurd

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The New South Wales greyhound racing industry is urging members to lobby federal ministers not to ban gambling advertising, arguing it would result in dogs suffering and animal welfare programs closing.

The federal government is considering the recommendations of a parliamentary inquiry into online gambling, which called for online inducements to be immediately banned before a complete advertising ban in three years.

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