Gambling

Key facts Standardized global estimation of gambling harms has been limited, but estimates suggest that 1.2% of the world’s adult population has a gambling disorder. Harm from gambling by others is also widespread. Industry analysts estimate global gambling revenue will reach US$ 700 billion by 2028 (1). Smartphone use in low- and middle-income countries will drive much…

Tradies fear they won’t receive money owed

Tradies owed thousands of dollars following the collapse of the country’s largest rooftop solar company are worried they’ll never get the money they’re owed. SolarZero was placed into surprise liquidation last week, with owner US investment giant BlackRock blaming “unsustainable losses”. Close to 200 workers are owed millions in holiday and redundancy packages. Iain McIsaac,…