Sports betting, online lotteries, or a cheeky slap at the pokies: gambling is a pervasive part of Australian life, with two in five gambling every week. It's a part of our culture that's social, but it can also can bring a lot of shame.  

And early childhood educators have negotiated a 15% pay rise. Is it too little, too late to stop workers leaving the industry in droves? 

Plus, while women dominate Australia's gold medal tally at the Olympics, research from Share the Dignity has found 70% of women miss out on sport because of their period. So what can we do to support women in sport at the community level? 

Guests:

• Zoe Daniel, independent member for Goldstein
• Dr Marty Mills-Bayne, senior lecturer in early childhood education, University of South Australia