Online bookies have made gambling easy and accessible, contributing to a rise in problem gambling.
In 2016, we lost over $A22 billion on gambling – or $A1,241 per adult – and the advent of online gambling means we’re showing no signs of slowing.īetting is now anonymous, online and on credit. In 2018, Australia’s biggest wagering race reported more than $A312 million in domestic turnover.Īustralians are some of the world’s biggest gamblers, and we’re certainly the world’s biggest losers. The Melbourne Cup is the biggest day on the sporting calendar for bookmakers.
