Wagering
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The latest news, features and analysis on the wagering industry.
Changing times make WA TAB a hard sell
Does anybody want to buy the WA TAB? Not at the current price and in the current environment writes Bren O’Brien.
Racing's tipping Point – Will Point of Consumption taxes increase again?
With wagering revenue in decline, state governments are facing a shortfall in their Point of Consumption Tax revenues, prompting rumours of a further tax hike in NSW.
Alleged offensive remark about regulator led to Rytenskild’s downfall
Fallen Tabcorp chief executive Adam Rytenskild is alleged to have made an offensive comment about a Victorian-based gambling regulator.
Rytenskild departs Tabcorp amid offensive language probe
Tabcorp has parted ways with CEO Adam Rytenskild after an investigation was launched into the use of inappropriate and offensive language.
All bets are on after Stawell Gift backflip over bookmakers’ ban
Betting will be allowed on the 2024 Stawell Gift, reversing a decision to exclude on-course bookmakers from fielding on the iconic athletics event.
Entain cedes Australian market share as global wagering challenges mount
Entain expects its New Zealand deal will drive growth for the business despite its Australian brands Ladbrokes and Neds losing market share in 2023.
Auction-based bookie Combet closes down
Combet, the auction-based bookmaker which attempted to shake up the Australian betting model, has closed after 18 months, with account holders set to be returned their money.