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Bet365 odds supplied by Aussie cousin.  An all up place bet would be close to twice the return.
 

Photo from outside NZ tab today showing TAB takings with introduction of geo blocking

I hope you are referring to your horse? 🤣
Great to hear he will be back. Wish him all the best.

Those were not superficial Rob, they were very real as were the introduction of Casinos and Pokies. A recent example is Singapore, Casino  arrived and within a short time racing closed down
The TAB should have made a far bigger push to host Lotto outlets for starters IMO

Photo from outside NZ tab today showing TAB takings with introduction of geo blocking

Photo from outside NZ tab today showing TAB takings with introduction of geo blocking

Betway is another that's closed the sports betting, I play around there now and then, play a few slots, the odd game of live blackjack, I hope they get a licence to carry on here, bet 365 was the first place I played online casino, live betting, lost too much dosh,was a novelty, told them I wanted a break and instead of a break they closed me down, was a bit bitter and twisted for a while, in reality I can take it or leave it when it comes to most gambling these days like many other things in life.
Gambling and me haven't always been a good mix, these days I can take it or leave it, these days the biggest issue/addiction confronting society worldwide is the internet, if the government could geo block a lot of the crap that shows up on Facebook that would be good, so much fake shit and so much stuff bad for young people.

Bet365 odds supplied by Aussie cousin.  An all up place bet would be close to twice the return.
 

A sad reminder of just how dangerous it can be around horses , had a couple of close calls myself , and but for the grace of God .
Thoughts are with all associated with her .

‘Heartbroken' trainers lead tributes for beloved team member
The late Peta Tait was a popular and much-loved member of the Victorian racing industry. Picture: Racing Photos   By Gilbert Gardiner
12:15pm • 02 July 2025  Peta Tait has been remembered as a "much-loved" and "popular" member of the Victorian racing industry, particularly in Cranbourne.
Heartbroken Busuttin Racing has led tributes for the late Tait, who died Tuesday following a tragic accident at the Cranbourne stable.
"At this time our thoughts are with those nearest and dearest to Peta, her immediate family and many friends," co-trainers Trent Busuttin and Natalie Young said in a statement.
"Peta was an incredible person who was dedicated to her role and will leave a longstanding legacy. We are heartbroken by her loss."
Tait sustained a fatal injury by a horse while working at the stable on Tuesday.
The 43-year-old was attended to by the on-site paramedic but tragically could not be saved.
Victoria Police and WorkSafe continue to investigate the circumstances of the accident.
Jockey Daniel Moor said Tait was a dedicated worker who would be greatly missed.
"It's difficult to find the words to describe a one in a million person, but that's exactly who Peta was," Moor posted on X.
"So dedicated to her job and always so helpful. Constantly putting others before herself. She will be very sadly missed."
 
Tait, a former picnic jockey, has spent the best part of three decades in the racing industry as a track rider and assistant to a number of trainers in Cranbourne and throughout Gippsland.
Tait rode 48 winners on the picnic circuit including the 2013 Hinnomunjie Cup.
She capped an amateur race riding career with victory in the annual picnic feature, the Cranbourne Corinthian (1200m), aboard Unruly Student at her final race ride on October 11, 2019.
Tait has been a registered stable employee since 2006.
Racing Victoria chief executive Aaron Morrison extended the industry's heartfelt condolences.
"This terrible accident serves as an untimely reminder of the thousands of unsung heroes working in stables each day to provide the best possible care to our racehorses," Morrison said.
"Like all within our industry, Peta loved horses and she forged a career working with them, helping numerous trainers prepare their horses as a trackwork rider or strapping them on race day.
"Peta made a valuable contribution to Victorian racing over more than 25 years and her sudden passing will be felt by many, particularly in Cranbourne where she was based."
Southside Racing chief executive Neil Bainbridge echoed the sentiment.
"We are providing support to Peta's employer, their staff and our staff who have been greatly affected by this terrible accident that occurred in the stables," Bainbridge said.
"Peta was a well-known and liked member of our community and her absence will be felt by lots of people."
The Victorian Jockeys Association joined in tributes and condolences.

Bet365 odds supplied by Aussie cousin.  An all up place bet would be close to twice the return.
 

Bet365 odds supplied by Aussie cousin.  An all up place bet would be close to twice the return.
 

Bet365 odds supplied by Aussie cousin.  An all up place bet would be close to twice the return.
 

I would love to know the effect......but will not hold my breath.
Blocked from Bet365 racing and sport but still could use their casino (I don't).  I am not sure their robust testing would have differentiated between what people spent on racing, sport and casino.

I am against it for the following reasons:
Yes you can't back with offshore bookies when in OZ, but they have 124 online bookmakers!!!  We have one. Monopolies never work, they get lazy. Lots of people back with the TAB first, but to get some extra on they will use offshore bookmakers. Some in the industry that are very for ban this are the same people that can't wait to sell or race horses offshore.  Would our industry, and therefore betting product not be better if they had to keep their horses in NZ?  
 

Top 3 place comparison of todays racing $1 all up.

   

Top 3 place comparison of todays racing $1 all up.

   

Top 3 place comparison of todays racing $1 all up.

   

Maybe he has a couple of horses in training.  There is more than one way to contribute to the industry.....

Top 3 place comparison of todays racing $1 all up.

   

Top 3 place comparison of todays racing $1 all up.

   

Where they rob is on place bet odds.  Always a couple of points lower on all horses.
An all up place bet on favourites in Rosehill tomorrow returns $420 bet 365 and only $151 nz tab. That's massive. 
 
  1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 All up BET 365              2.50              1.80              1.80              1.70              2.05              1.60              1.60              1.90              1.75              1.75        420.49 TAB              2.40              1.65              1.55              1.55              1.85              1.45              1.50              1.65              1.60              1.50        151.59

Where they rob is on place bet odds.  Always a couple of points lower on all horses.
An all up place bet on favourites in Rosehill tomorrow returns $420 bet 365 and only $151 nz tab. That's massive. 
 
  1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 All up BET 365              2.50              1.80              1.80              1.70              2.05              1.60              1.60              1.90              1.75              1.75        420.49 TAB              2.40              1.65              1.55              1.55              1.85              1.45              1.50              1.65              1.60              1.50        151.59

Where they rob is on place bet odds.  Always a couple of points lower on all horses.
An all up place bet on favourites in Rosehill tomorrow returns $420 bet 365 and only $151 nz tab. That's massive. 
 
  1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 All up BET 365              2.50              1.80              1.80              1.70              2.05              1.60              1.60              1.90              1.75              1.75        420.49 TAB              2.40              1.65              1.55              1.55              1.85              1.45              1.50              1.65              1.60              1.50        151.59

Where they rob is on place bet odds.  Always a couple of points lower on all horses.
An all up place bet on favourites in Rosehill tomorrow returns $420 bet 365 and only $151 nz tab. That's massive. 
 
  1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 All up BET 365              2.50              1.80              1.80              1.70              2.05              1.60              1.60              1.90              1.75              1.75        420.49 TAB              2.40              1.65              1.55              1.55              1.85              1.45              1.50              1.65              1.60              1.50        151.59