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Facts and statistics about the casino industry in Australia
AGC Fact Sheets on the Australasian Gaming Industry
Last Updated : Wed.01.2026
Facts & Statistics on Gambling in Australia and New Zealand
The Facts & Statistics section provides authoritative data and downloadable fact sheets on various aspects of the gambling industry in Australia and New Zealand. These resources cover key segments including casinos, gambling expenditure, wagering and sports betting, online gambling, gambling taxation, and gaming machines. They offer concise yet comprehensive snapshots of trends, participation and financial impacts across the Australasian gambling landscape.
Available fact sheets include:
Casinos – industry statistics and trends.
Economic Contribution of the Australian Gambling Industry – insights into taxation, jobs and value added.
Gambling Expenditure in Australia – how much Australians spend on gambling activities.
Gambling in New Zealand – data on gambling types and expenditure in NZ.
Gambling Taxation in Australia – overview of state and federal tax revenue from gambling.
Gaming Machines in Australia – statistics on pokies and EGM usage.
Lotteries in Australia – participation and revenue details.
Online Gambling in Australia – facts about digital gambling engagement.
Sports Betting and Wagering – data on betting trends and participation.
This collection of fact sheets is designed for policymakers, researchers, industry participants, and members of the public interested in understanding the size, scale and dynamics of gambling markets in Australia and New Zealand.
Economic Contribution of the Australian Gambling Industry
Fact sheet presenting the economic contribution of the Australian gambling industry for the period 2019/20
Gambling Expenditure in Australia
A fact sheet looking at expenditure on gambling in Australia for the period 2019/20
Gambling in New Zealand
A fact sheet exploring the gambling industry in New Zealand - including expenditure, taxation and total gaming machines
Gambling Taxation in Australia
A fact sheet on total taxation on gambling in Australia in 2019/20
Gaming Machines in Australia
A fact sheet on Electronic Gaming Machines (EGM's) in Australia
Lotteries in Australia
A fact sheet on lotteries in Australia
Online Gambling in Australia
This fact sheet presents key information about online gambling in Australia
Racing in Australia
Key data on the thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing industries in Australia
Sports Betting in Australia
A fact sheet on sports betting in Australia
Wagering in Australia
Key facts and statistics relating to the wagering environment and expenditure in Australia (racing and sports betting)
Online Casinos — Context and Insight
Online casinos form a growing segment of the broader gambling ecosystem, offering players digital access to casino games such as slots, roulette, blackjack, and more. Even though local regulations in Australia and New Zealand restrict certain online casino offerings, players often engage with offshore platforms that operate internationally. These platforms contribute to broader gambling participation and digital trends, even where domestic licensing is not permitted.
The rise of online gambling is reflected in fact sheets highlighting online gambling participation rates, mobile device usage, and digital wagering growth — all of which indicate how technology is shaping modern gambling behaviours. Responsible gambling measures such as identity verification, deposit limits and self‑exclusion tools are increasingly important to ensure player safety in online environments.
As online casino engagement grows globally, so does the relevance of accurate facts and statistics that help players, regulators and industry stakeholders monitor trends and make informed decisions about the digital gambling landscape.