Early History of Australian Bookmaking (1800s – 1900s)
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Establishment of Betting Practices 🏇
Year Event 1830s The first recorded instances of organized betting in Australia. -
Cessation of Penal Transportation 🚫
Year Event 1850 Australia’s transition from penal colony encourages greater leisure activities, including wagering.
20th Century Developments (1900s – 2000s)
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Legalization of Betting 🎫
Year Event 1901 The first legal betting system introduced in Victoria. -
The Birth of TAB 📈
Year Event 1961 Launch of the Totalisator Agency Board (TAB) revolutionizing betting in Australia. -
Online Betting Emergence 🌐
Year Event 1997 First online betting platforms start to appear, integrating technology with traditional betting.
Modern Era of Australian Bookmaking (2000s – Present)
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Regulation and Compliance 📜
Year Event 2001 Implementation of the Interactive Gambling Act enhances regulatory oversight. -
Technological Advancements 💻
Year Event 2010s Rise of mobile betting apps and technology-driven betting experiences. -
Current Trends 📊
Year Event 2023 Increased popularity of cryptocurrency in betting transactions.
For more insights, explore ABC News on Australia’s betting regulations.
