📚 Early Beginnings of Bookmaking in Victoria (1800s – 1900s)
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1836: Establishment of the First Betting Shops 🏪
Date Event Significance 1836 First Betting Shops Opened Marked the beginning of organized betting in Victoria. -
1883: Formation of the Victorian Racing Club 🎩
Date Event Significance 1883 VRC Established Unified racing activities and regulated betting practices.
📈 Regulation and Growth (1900s – 1950s)
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1924: Introduction of the Totalisator 📈
Date Event Significance 1924 Totalisator System Launched Revolutionized betting, providing a more organized platform. -
1953: The Betting Control Act ⚖️
Date Event Significance 1953 Betting Control Act Enacted Established legal framework for all betting activities.
🌐 Modern Era of Bookmaking (1960s – Present)
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1980: Expansion of Online Betting 💻
Date Event Significance 1980 Rise of Online Bookmakers Allowed wider access to betting markets. -
2011: Reforms in Gambling Legislation 📜
Date Event Significance 2011 Reform Legislation Passed Updated regulations for responsible gambling practices. -
2023: Adoption of New Technologies 🚀
Date Event Significance 2023 Integration of AI in Bookmaking Enhanced user experience and personalized betting options.
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