🏞️ Early Beginnings of Australian Online Bookmaking (1990s)

• 🔍 Emergence of Online Gambling Websites

  Year	Event
  1994	The first online gambling laws are enacted in Australia, leading to the creation of online bookmakers.

• 🌐 First Australian Online Bookmakers

  Year	Event
  1999	The launch of Sportsbet, one of Australia’s first dedicated online bookmakers.

📈 Regulation and Growth (2000s)

• ⚖️ Implementation of Regulatory Framework

  Year	Event
  2001	The Interactive Gambling Act is established to regulate online gambling in Australia.

• 💬 Increased Public Awareness

  Year	Event
  2005	Major advertising campaigns introduce more Australians to online betting options.

📱 Advancements and Technological Integration (2010s)

• 📲 Mobile Betting Revolution

  Year	Event
  2012	Mobile apps for betting become popular, transforming the industry.

• 💻 Rise of Cryptocurrency in Betting

  Year	Event
  2017	Some online bookmakers begin accepting cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin for wagering.

🏆 Recent Developments (2020s)

• 📅 Increased Competition

  Year	Event
  2021	The number of online bookmakers in Australia reaches an all-time high, enhancing consumer choice.

• 🔒 Focus on Responsible Gambling

  Year	Event
  2023	New regulations implemented to promote responsible gambling practices among online bookmakers.