🏛️ The Origins of Australian Bookmakers (19th Century)
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📜 1800s – Early Beginnings
Year Event 1820 The first recorded bookmakers emerge in New South Wales. 1860 The establishment of more organized betting practices following horse racing regulations.
📅 The Reform Era (20th Century)
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🏇 1900s – Regulation and Growth
Year Event 1906 The introduction of the Betting Act in New South Wales, formalizing betting practices. 1960 Legalization of off-course betting, leading to an increase in bookmakers.
📈 The Digital Revolution (21st Century)
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🖥️ 2000s – Online Betting Emergence
Year Event 2000 The launch of online betting platforms revolutionizes how bookmakers operate. 2011 The Interactive Gambling Amendment Act regulates online gambling and protects consumers.
🔍 Current Trends and Future (2020s and Beyond)
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🌐 2020s – Innovations in Betting
Year Event 2020 Rise of mobile betting apps catering to a tech-savvy audience. 2023 Increased focus on responsible gambling and regulation adaptation to technological changes.
