Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about betting online in Australia.
Yes. Online betting in Australia is regulated under the Interactive Gambling Act 2001. You can legally bet with any operator licensed by an Australian state or territory racing or gambling authority.
We evaluate every operator against six criteria: Australian licensing, local payment methods, transparent promotions, customer support, mobile experience and responsible gambling tools. See About for our full methodology.
Licensed operators are registered with a state or territory authority such as the Northern Territory Racing Commission. You can also check via the ACMA. See our Licence Verification page.
You must be 18 years or older to gamble in Australia. Operators are required to verify your age before you can place bets.
Most licensed Australian betting sites accept Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, POLi, BPAY, bank transfer and Apple Pay. Always check the specific terms of each operator.
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Set deposit limits, never chase losses and take regular breaks. For help, contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or register with BetStop. See Responsible Gambling.