Betting in Tasmania

Andrew Whitlam

Editor | Updated April 2026

Gambling Regulator

Online betting in Tasmania is regulated by the Tasmanian Liquor and Gaming Commission. All bookmakers must hold valid Australian licences and be registered with ACMA.

Tasmania licenses several online operators. Popular licensing jurisdiction.

Tasmania occupies a unique position in Australian wagering. Despite being the smallest state by population, it has long been one of the most important licensing jurisdictions for online bookmakers. Numerous operators hold Tasmanian licences, contributing significant revenue to the state coffers. For local punters, this means Tasmania has a more direct stake in the betting industry than most states, even without a team in the AFL or NRL, though a Tasmanian AFL team bid remains a live prospect that would transform the local sporting and betting landscape overnight.

Horse racing and greyhound racing are the backbone of Tasmanian wagering. The Launceston Cup and Hobart Cup are the state's flagship thoroughbred events, attracting quality fields and generating strong betting turnover relative to the state's size. Elwick Racecourse in Hobart and Mowbray in Launceston host regular meetings throughout the year. Greyhound racing at Devonport provides another avenue for punters, and Tasmania's smaller meeting sizes can sometimes produce overlooked runners and better value for astute form students.

The Tasmanian Liquor and Gaming Commission regulates all gambling in the state and has been undergoing a period of reform. The state government has flagged changes to its licensing model and responsible gambling framework, which could affect the broader national industry. Punters in Tasmania can access all nationally licensed bookmakers and benefit from the same federal consumer protections. The state's compact size means community awareness of gambling harm tends to be higher, and Gambling Support Services Tasmania offers accessible help for anyone who needs it. Cricket, local football, and the Ricky Ponting-inspired passion for sport keep Tasmanian punters engaged year-round.

Top 10 Bookmakers in TAS

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

#	Bookmaker	Rating	Links
1	bet365	4.6/5.0	Review Code
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2	Ladbrokes	4.7/5.0	Review Code
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4	Unibet	4.2/5.0	Review
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5	betfair	3.5/5.0	Review
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6	betr	3.9/5.0	Review Code
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7	dabble	4.8/5.0	Review Code
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