ARACY opposes extending alcohol advertising to children and young people, calling for evidence-based regulation that effectively reduces exposure, closes sports loopholes, and protects young Australians’ health, safety, and overall wellbeing.
ARACY Submission: Commercial Television Industry Code of Practice
ARACY responds to the draft Commercial Television Industry Code of Practice, advocating child-centred policies that prioritise wellbeing over profit.
Key Issues:
Alcohol ads influence early drinking and risky behaviour.
Sports exemptions increase harm, including family and domestic violence.
Alcohol contributes to disease, FASD, and mental ill-health.
Recommendations:
Do not extend M Classification advertising hours.
Remove sports broadcast exemptions.
Remove program sponsorship exemptions.
Conclusion:
Media must prioritise children’s wellbeing. Reducing alcohol advertising and closing loopholes supports healthier, safer, more resilient young Australians.
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