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Sports Betting News

Betr Brand to Continue Under BlueBet Holdings in Australia

The Betr brand will continue its journey under the ownership of BlueBet Holdings, which has chosen to adopt the name as its consumer identity in Australia.

Star Sports Set to Launch in Australia

The Australian sports betting landscape continues to evolve with the news that UK operator Star Sports has received its Victorian Wagering and Betting Licence to allow it to launch down under.

NBL25 Schedule

The National Basketball League (NBL) in Australia continues to evolve year on end and fans can now get excited for NBL25 after the full season schedule was recently released. Check out all the key dates here!

Former AFL Boss Gillon McLachlan Appointed Tabcorp CEO

Former AFL Chief Executive Gillon McLachlan has been appointed the new Chief Executive and Managing Director at Tabcorp.

Credit Cards Phased Out for Gambling Deposits

Changes made to the Interactive Gambling Act 2001 continue to come into affect with the transition period allowing credit card deposits coming to an end.

Thunderbet Acquired by Marantelli Bet

Thunderbet, a small online sports betting site run by John Patton and Andrew Price, is the latest Australian sports betting site to be acquired with Marantelli Bet taking over operations effective from May 29th.

BlueBet Fined by VGCCC for Advertising Breaches

Australian sports betting site BlueBet has been fined AU$50,000 by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) for breaching gambling advertising regulations.

BlueBet Set to Merge with Betr

In the ever-evolving Australian sports wagering landscape, it appears another merger is on the horizon with BlueBet agreeing to an acquisition of betr.

BetStop National Self-Exclusion Register Launches

BetStop, the new National Self-Exclusion Register designed for online betting in Australia, was introduced by the Albanese Government on August 21, 2023. Find out more about BetStop here.

Betstar and Bookmaker Closed; Accounts Merged to Ladbrokes

On Wednesday February 22nd, The Entain Group announced that both Betstar and Bookmaker would be ceasing operations immediately with all player accounts merged across to Ladbrokes.

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Beginners Mistakes in UPC Showdown Betting - And How to Avoid Them

UPC Showdown is booming in popularity, especially as racing fans discover how different it is from traditional betting. Here's some top beginner mistakes to avoid when you start out in your first UPC Showdown contest!

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Virtual Sports vs Esports: What’s the Difference?

As technology continues to blur the lines between gaming and betting, two digital formats have surged in popularity — virtual sports and esports. Find out the difference between them here!

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What is Virtual Sports? Virtual Sports Betting Launches in New Zealand

What is Virtual Sports? Find out more about this cutting-edge betting product and the impact of new laws surrounding Virtual Sports Betting in New Zealand.

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BLOGS

Socceroos Draw: World Cup 2026 Group D Fixtures & Path to Knockouts

08th December 2025

The draw for the FIFA World Cup 2026 group stage has been announced, placing Australia in Group D. We take you through the group stage and when the Socceroos will be in action.

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Where to Bet on Cricket in Australia This Summer

01st December 2025

This guide reviews the top bookmakers to bet with for cricket this season, highlighting what makes each one stand out based on different betting preferences.

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The 2025 AFL Draft Class: Key Players Poised for a 2026 Breakout

28th November 2025

We look at the top contenders whose skills and club circumstances align perfectly for a breakout debut season, before examining their standing in the early betting markets for the Rising Star award.

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