Wagering
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The latest news, features and analysis on the wagering industry.
Top End fisherman lands $1 million catch in Sportsbet competition
Australia’s richest fishing competition has delivered a seven-figure result for Keegan Payne and his family after the 19-year-old caught Sportsbet’s $1 million barramundi.
Smaller bookies on the wane as Punters Pal joins recent closures
Online bookmaker Punters Pal is the latest wagering firm to close amid difficult times for small-scale operators.
Betting inducements ban in Brazil gives Australia a window into possible reforms
Brazil will ban wagering incentives in a new, tighter gambling regulatory environment that could easily be mirrored in Australia.
Sportsbet's CIO Noonan exits wagering industry
Sportsbet’s long-serving Chief Information Officer and Technology Director Simon Noonan is leaving the company and the wagering industry to join MYOB.
Entain banks on New Zealand growth to offset soft Australian market
While there has been continued softness in the Australian wagering market, Entain is counting on strong growth in the coming months as it further integrates its New Zealand business.
Watchdog gives online bookies the boot for breaches during World Cup
Australia’s media watchdog has found that 18 overseas-based online betting firms were in breach of gambling regulations during the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
Could in-running betting help turn the tide?
With wagering on racing in Australia in a post-pandemic decline, could a greater focus on betting on races in the run provide a much-needed lift in turnover? At least one company is banking on that.