📅 Early 19th Century: The Beginnings of Bookmaking in Australia
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1825 – The first recorded bookmaker, John H. “Jock” McIver, begins taking bets on horse races in New South Wales.
Event Date Foundation of Bookmaking 1825 -
1830 – The introduction of the first racing club in Australia, leading to increased betting activity.
Event Date First Racing Club Established 1830
🏛️ Late 19th Century: Regulation and Growth
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1860 – The first legal betting system is established in Victoria.
Event Date Legal Betting System Established 1860 -
1881 – The Victorian Totalisator Agency Board is formed to regulate the betting industry.
Event Date Regulatory Body Formed 1881
📈 20th Century: Expansion and Technological Advances
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1961 – The introduction of off-course betting in Australia, providing more opportunities for punters.
Event Date Off-course Betting Introduced 1961 -
1990 – The rise of online betting platforms begins to take shape.
Event Date Online Betting Emerges 1990
🌐 21st Century: The Digital Era of Bookmaking
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2008 – The Australian government legalizes online betting, boosting the industry significantly.
Event Date Online Betting Legalized 2008 -
2021 – The emergence of mobile betting applications transforms the betting landscape.
Event Date Mobile Betting Revolution 2021
