# Betting and Gambling (and remember, Please Gamble Responsibly) **URL:** \ **Category:** Spy Lounge\ **Created:** [November 2, 2016, 12:23am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061 "2016-11-02T00:23:09Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 12
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [February 2, 2024, 5:38am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/231 "2024-02-02T05:38:30Z")
> **[Racing NSW goes to war with major sponsor of The Everest](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/racing/racing-nsw-goes-to-war-with-major-sponsor-of-the-everest-20240201-p5f1ow.html)** > > In a move that could have major ramifications for the billion-dollar horse racing industry, Racing NSW has opened legal proceedings against Australia’s wagering giant, Tabcorp. > According to sources speaking on the condition of anonymity because they were not allowed to discuss the matter publicly, Racing NSW is accusing Tabcorp of breaches of contract, including an alleged lack of promotion for some of the state’s major horse races. > > A directions hearing has been listed for the NSW Supreme Court on February 8. Tabcorp also sponsors a suite of other major NSW races including the group 1 Epsom and recently re-named Chipping Norton Stakes, and is also poised to lend its name to the Golden Slipper, after Longines told the Australian Turf Club last year the watch brand would not renew the sponsorship. ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2024, 12:10am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/232 "2024-02-03T00:10:25Z")
Crown Casion Sydney’s Mahogany Room reopened to the public yesterday, reduced from two levels to one with shorter operating hours. > **[Can Crown’s style refresh win back the high rollers?](https://www.smh.com.au/business/companies/can-crown-sydney-s-style-refresh-win-back-the-high-rollers-20240202-p5f1z1.html)** > > Crown Sydney has reopened its revamped Mahogany Room hoping to attract back punters, as casinos face financial pressure and lingering questions over their future business models. ---
**Author:** ![Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/radiohead/32/21429_2.png) [@Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Radiohead)\ **Post date:** [February 4, 2024, 2:31am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/233 "2024-02-04T02:31:24Z")
Looking forward to going there and buying my $20 Keno ticket 🤣 ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [March 14, 2024, 9:43pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/234 "2024-03-14T21:43:26Z")
> **[Tabcorp CEO steps down over alleged sexual comment towards regulator](https://www.theage.com.au/business/companies/tabcorp-ceo-steps-down-over-offensive-language-allegations-20240314-p5fcl6.html)** > > Adam Rytenskild is leaving after more than a decade at the wagering company. UPDATE: > Sources told The Weekend Australian that Mr Rytenskild, who was sacked on Thursday, made the crass statement late last year about Annette Kimmitt, the chief executive of the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission in front of some company executives. > > It is understood the comment was leaked to the regulator amid growing disquiet within Tabcorp’s management team over the performance of Mr Rytenskild. > > The regulator then approached Tabcorp’s board over the allegation with the gambling giant appointing lawyers to investigate the claim late last year. [https://www.heraldsun.com.au/business/tab-ceo-exit-after-inappropriate-comment-about-female-regulator/news-story/1a265d8b0f7d2612398a28798fdacb61](https://www.heraldsun.com.au/business/tab-ceo-exit-after-inappropriate-comment-about-female-regulator/news-story/1a265d8b0f7d2612398a28798fdacb61) ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [March 26, 2024, 5:04am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/235 "2024-03-26T05:04:45Z")
> **[Regulator says despite 'arrogance', Crown will keep its Melbourne casino licence](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-03-26/crown-to-keep-melbourne-casino-licence/103632366)** > > Crown Resorts has been cleared to keep its licence to run Victoria's only casino after a probation period and review by Victoria's gambling and casino commission. Opinion piece in The Age by VGCCC chair Fran Thorn > **[I let Crown keep its casino licence. Let me explain why](https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/i-let-crown-keep-its-casino-licence-let-me-explain-why-20240326-p5ffc2.html)** > > Crown breached its legal, social and moral obligations, resulting in illegal activities, tax avoidance, money laundering, criminal associations and significant harm to vulnerable community members. But it deserves to keep its licence. ---
**Author:** ![foxyrover](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/foxyrover/32/272518_2.png) [@foxyrover](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/foxyrover)\ **Post date:** [March 26, 2024, 6:14am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/236 "2024-03-26T06:14:37Z")
“Let me explain why”: money. ---
**Author:** ![bacco007](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/bacco007/32/99038_2.png) [@bacco007](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/bacco007)\ **Post date:** [March 26, 2024, 6:57am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/237 "2024-03-26T06:57:04Z")
We’ve now seen in two states that the barrier for the removal of the licence appears to be almost unreachable. You’ve got to wonder if this is in part an acceptance that unless there is an intention to remove the licence and not re-award it, the alternative operators may not present as a better option. The financial returns to the state are too great to exit allowing casinos to operate, so we end up in a situation where we have to accept some pretty reprehensible corporate behavour that Government’s have distanced themselves from making difficult decisions on by punting it to an ‘Independent’ agency We’ll be back here discussing the same issue in the future because no one in power is willing to make a slightly difficult decision. It doesn’t seem to matter which major party is in power either, both seem to be fine with talking a big game but not following it with real action ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [April 23, 2024, 5:03am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/238 "2024-04-23T05:03:21Z")
> **[Crown Resorts given green light to operate Sydney casino](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-04-23/nsw-independent-casino-commission-crown-sydney-license-granted/103757252)** > > Crown Resorts has kept its license to run its Sydney casino after an independent commission said it was a vastly different business after a probation period. ---
**Author:** ![JBar](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/jbar/32/151177_2.png) [@JBar](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JBar)\ **Post date:** [April 29, 2024, 9:10am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/239 "2024-04-29T09:10:28Z")
> **[Blackstone’s Crown to shed 1000 jobs in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth](https://www.afr.com/companies/games-and-wagering/blackstone-s-crown-to-shed-1000-jobs-in-sydney-melbourne-perth-20240429-p5fn9l)** > > Job losses will be split between the corporate division and the three casino precincts. Crown says the decision was driven by economic-related pressures. ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [May 10, 2024, 10:29am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/240 "2024-05-10T10:29:24Z")
The Lott has announced that Monday and Wednesday Lotto will be expanded to Fridays. The first Friday draw will take place on May 24. The lottery will be renamed Weekday Windfall, except in WA where it will be called Millionaire Medley. > **[Weekday Windfall coming to Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays! - The Lott](https://mediacentre.thelott.com/media-releases/weekday-windfall-coming-to-mondays-wednesdays-and-fridays/)** > **[Huge change coming to the way you play Lotto](https://www.perthnow.com.au/news/lotto/millionaire-medley-lotterywest-launches-new-game-and-more-chance-to-win-millions-c-14592051)** > > Lotterywest has listened to feedback and created a new opportunity for Aussies to become millionaires. ---
**Author:** ![Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/radiohead/32/21429_2.png) [@Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Radiohead)\ **Post date:** [May 10, 2024, 11:00am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/241 "2024-05-10T11:00:25Z")
What’s the biggest amount of money a forum member has won from a Lotto draw? I think mine was a measly $14.40, but then I only play a few times a year. ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [May 17, 2024, 9:23am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/242 "2024-05-17T09:23:17Z")
> **[The Star's Brisbane suspension delayed to December 2024](https://www.gamblinginsider.com/news/25265/the-stars-brisbane-suspension-delayed-to-december-2024)** > > The Star Entertainment Group (The Star) has received an important update from the Office of Liquor and Gaming Regulation.  > Based on a recommendation by > Based on a recommendation by the Honourable Yvette D’Ath MP, the Governor in Council has approved a change in the date when the licence suspensions for The Star’s Gold Coast and Treasury Brisbane casinos will take effect. Originally set for May 31, 2024, the suspensions will now begin on December 20, 2024. > > This extension is intended to give the Queensland Government more time to review the outcomes of the Second Bell Inquiry into The Star’s activities in New South Wales. Additionally, it will allow for a better assessment of The Star’s progress in addressing any issues identified. ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [May 23, 2024, 11:40pm UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/243 "2024-05-23T23:40:56Z")
> **[Australia's biggest lottery winner urged to claim $150 million prize](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-24/ticket-bought-in-adelaide-south-australia-wins-powerball-jackpot/103886848)** > > A lucky ticket-holder has won the entire $150 million Powerball jackpot, becoming Australia's biggest individual lottery winner. The winning ticket was bought in Adelaide. ---
**Author:** ![yellow\_sock](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/y/34f0e0/32.png) [@yellow\_sock](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/yellow_sock)\ **Post date:** [May 24, 2024, 12:44am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/244 "2024-05-24T00:44:55Z")
And for the rest of us who didn’t win the massive $150 million are back to work today. Sigh… ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [May 24, 2024, 5:28am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/245 "2024-05-24T05:28:39Z")
Update > **['I've never screamed so loud': Adelaide man claims $150 million Powerball...](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-24/adelaide-man-wins-150-million-powerball-jackpot/103889038)** > > An Adelaide man has come forward to claim Thursday's $150 million Powerball jackpot, becoming Australia's biggest lottery winner in the process. ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2024, 3:48am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/246 "2024-06-07T03:48:18Z")
> **[Adelaide casino fined $67m over money laundering case](https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-06-07/adelaide-skycity-casino-fined-67m-over-money-laundering-case/103950502)** > > The Federal Court has ordered the operators of Adelaide’s Casino to pay $67 million, in a money laundering case brought on by financial crimes agency AUSTRAC. > In a separate legal case SkyCity said the High Court had agreed to hear an appeal on how state government taxes are calculated on loyalty rewards points. > > The casino has been in a dispute with the South Australian government about whether the loyalty points constitute as taxable revenue when customers convert them to gamble on gaming machines. ---
**Author:** ![PaddyTePou](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/paddytepou/32/320761_2.png) [@PaddyTePou](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/PaddyTePou)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2024, 7:16am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/247 "2024-06-07T07:16:29Z")
Back in my home country the jackpot for Lotto NZ’s Powerball has increased to a whopping NZ$50 million and a “Must Be Won” draw will occur tomorrow night (8 June). > **[Massive $50 million Lotto draw must be won this weekend](https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/518794/massive-50-million-lotto-draw-must-be-won-this-weekend)** > > Once the jackpot reaches the $50m mark, under the rules it cannot be rolled again. ---
**Author:** ![JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/letter_avatar_proxy/v4/letter/j/9dc877/32.png) [@JohnsonTV](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/JohnsonTV)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2024, 10:08am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/248 "2024-06-07T10:08:52Z")
Interesting that the jackpot in NZ Powerball is capped. ---
**Author:** ![Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/radiohead/32/21429_2.png) [@Radiohead](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/Radiohead)\ **Post date:** [June 7, 2024, 10:15am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/249 "2024-06-07T10:15:41Z")
Probably because they can’t pronounce “sexty million” properly, so it stays at $50 mil 😁 ---
**Author:** ![PaddyTePou](https://forums.mediaspy.org/user_avatar/forums.mediaspy.org/paddytepou/32/320761_2.png) [@PaddyTePou](https://forums.mediaspy.org/u/PaddyTePou)\ **Post date:** [June 11, 2024, 12:58am UTC](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061/250 "2024-06-11T00:58:07Z")
There were no Powerball winners in that night’s Must Be Won draw, so the NZ$50 million jackpot rolled down to 2nd Division and seven winners in that division won an estimated NZ$7.1 million each. [Previous page](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061.md?page=11) [Next page](https://forums.mediaspy.org/t/betting-and-gambling-and-remember-please-gamble-responsibly/2061.md?page=13)