Early Beginnings (Pre-20th Century)
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🕰️ Establishment of Gambling
Year Event 1825 Establishment of the first legally sanctioned gambling house in New South Wales. -
🏴☠️ The Gold Rush Era
Year Event 1850s Gold rush attracts settlers and leads to the formation of various gambling establishments.
20th Century Developments
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🎰 Birth of the Casino Industry
Year Event 1973 The first casino, The Wrest Point Hotel Casino, opens in Hobart, Tasmania. -
🌏 National Expansion
Year Event 1980s Other states follow suit, establishing their own casinos, including Queensland and Sydney.
21st Century Milestones
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💻 Online Gambling Boom
Year Event 2000s Online casinos emerge, leading to a huge increase in the gambling market in Australia. -
📈 Regulation and Challenges
Year Event 2017 The Interactive Gambling Amendment Act is introduced, tightening restrictions on online gambling.
Current Trends and Future Outlook
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🚀 The Rise of Luxury Casinos
Year Event 2020-present Luxury casinos are being developed, like The Star Sydney and Crown Casino, focusing on tourism and entertainment. -
📊 Increasing Regulatory Focus
Year Event 2023 Continued scrutiny and regulation regarding responsible gambling practices amid rising concerns over gambling addiction.