Betting in South Australia

Andrew Whitlam

Editor | Updated April 2026

Gambling Regulator

Online betting in South Australia is regulated by the Consumer and Business Services (CBS). All bookmakers must hold valid Australian licences and be registered with ACMA.

SA has specific state legislation around gambling advertising and point-of-consumption taxes.

South Australia is a two-team AFL state, and the rivalry between the Adelaide Crows and Port Adelaide Power is one of the fiercest in the competition. The Showdown, held at Adelaide Oval up to twice a season, generates enormous local betting interest and is a highlight of the South Australian sporting calendar. AFL markets dominate betting activity in the state, with head-to-head, line, and same-game multi bets on Crows and Power matches driving consistent turnover from March through to September.

The Morphettville and Cheltenham racecourses anchor South Australian thoroughbred racing. The Adelaide Cup and the Robert Sangster Stakes are the state's premier racing events, drawing strong interstate interest and competitive fields. South Australia also maintains a healthy country racing circuit, with meetings at Murray Bridge, Balaklava, and Strathalbyn offering punters regular opportunities. Greyhound racing at Angle Park rounds out the picture for multi-code bettors.

South Australia was among the first Australian states to implement a point-of-consumption tax on wagering operators, and its regulatory framework through Consumer and Business Services (CBS) reflects a cautious approach to gambling expansion. The state also enforces specific local advertising rules that go beyond the national standard. For punters, this means a slightly more restrained betting environment, but all nationally licensed bookmakers remain fully accessible. Adelaide United in the A-League provides a modest football betting market, though AFL and racing remain the clear priorities for SA bettors. SA's responsible gambling helpline is available around the clock for anyone who needs support.

Top 10 Bookmakers in SA

All 62 licensed Australian bookmakers are available to punters in South Australia. Here are our top 10:

#	Bookmaker	Rating	Links
1	Ladbrokes	4.7/5.0	Review Code
The Ladbrokes.com.au code is BLACKBOOK. 18+ only. T&Cs apply. WHAT ARE YOU REALLY GAMBLING WITH? Set a deposit limit.
2	bet365	4.6/5.0	Review Code
Our bet365.com.au referral code is BESTBETS. bet365 does not offer bonus codes in Australia and this referral code does not grant access to offers but can be used during registration. 18+ only. T&Cs apply. Imagine what you could be buying instead. Call Gambler's Help; National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au 18+
3	Neds	4.5/5.0	Review Code
The Neds.com.au code is BLACKBOOK. 18+ only. T&Cs apply. WHAT ARE YOU REALLY GAMBLING WITH? Set a deposit limit.
4	Unibet	4.2/5.0	Review
18+ only. T&Cs apply. What are you really gambling with? Call Gambling Help on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au.
5	betr	3.9/5.0	Review Code
Join Australia's newest online bookmaker with code BETSAU and enjoy exciting new ways to bet. The app is among the fastest in the market. What are you prepared to lose today? Set a deposit limit.
6	betfair	3.5/5.0	Review
18+ T&Cs apply. What's gambling really costing you?
7	dabble	4.8/5.0	Review Code
18+. T&Cs apply. Bet as normal with & also be part of Australia's betting community where you can follow punters and sports stars, copy their bets, have banter with your mates & watch Sky Racing channels. 18+. T&Cs apply. What are you prepared to lose today? Set a deposit limit.
8	Elitebet	4.4/5.0	Review Code
18+. T&Cs apply
9	Picklebet	4.3/5.0	Review Code
18+. T&Cs apply. 18+ only. T&Cs apply. Imagine what you could be buying instead.
10	Tradiebet	4.3/5.0	Review Code
The Tradie.bet code is BETSAUS. 4x Daily Withdrawals. 18+ only. T&Cs apply. Chances are you’re about to lose.