A genuinely Australian-owned, licensed racing-focused bookmaker founded in 2020
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Pros
- Genuinely Australian-owned and licensed bookmaker (WinnersBet Pty Ltd, licence Bl2002171)
- Member of the Victorian Bookmakers Association
- Racing-focused with deep exotic bet markets and competitive tote products
Cons
- No sign-up bonus available (market-wide Australian inducement ban, not specific to WinnersBet)
- Sources describe its exact regulatory framework somewhat inconsistently
Our verdict
WinnersBet is a genuinely Australian-owned and operated bookmaker, founded by Da He in Melbourne in June 2020, licensed as WinnersBet Pty Ltd (Bl2002171) and a member of the Victorian Bookmakers Association. Sources describe its exact regulatory basis somewhat inconsistently - some cite the Northern Territory Racing Commission (the framework governing most major Australian online bookmakers like Neds, Palmerbet and BoomBet), others cite Racing Victoria and the Victorian Gambling and Gaming Control Commission - but both represent genuine Australian licensing regardless of which applies. No sign-up bonus is advertised, consistent with most Australian states (WA, NSW, VIC, SA) making it an offence to offer or advertise an inducement to open a betting account - a market-wide restriction, not specific to WinnersBet. The platform is racing-focused, with deep exotic bet markets, competitive tote products, and live streaming, alongside coverage of major Australian sports. A genuinely legitimate, Australian-owned bookmaker with a solid racing-market reputation.
How we rated it
Sportsbook (36%)7.5
A racing-focused Australian bookmaker with deep exotic bet markets, competitive tote products, live streaming, and coverage of major Australian sports.
Trust & licensing (27%)7.5
A genuinely Australian-owned and licensed bookmaker (WinnersBet Pty Ltd, licence Bl2002171), a member of the Victorian Bookmakers Association, founded 2020 by a named individual - real regulatory and ownership transparency, though sources describe the exact regulatory framework somewhat inconsistently (NTRC vs Racing Victoria/VGCCC).
Customer support (18%)6.5
A legitimate, established Australian operator with a solid racing-market reputation, per multiple independent review sources.
Bonuses & value (18%)4
No sign-up bonus is advertised, consistent with most Australian states banning inducements to open a betting account - a market-wide restriction, not specific to WinnersBet.
Quick facts
| Owner | WinnersBet Pty Ltd (founded by Da He) |
| Licence | WinnersBet Pty Ltd licence Bl2002171; regulatory framework reported variably (NTRC or Racing Victoria/VGCCC) |
| Founded | June 2020, Melbourne |
| Association membership | Victorian Bookmakers Association |
| Welcome bonus | None advertised - inducement bans in most Australian states |
How we verified this
WinnersBet's founding (Da He, Melbourne, June 2020), its Pty Ltd licence number (Bl2002171), and its racing-focused product are corroborated across multiple independent Australian betting-review sources. We note sources describe its exact regulatory basis somewhat inconsistently (NTRC vs Racing Victoria/VGCCC) and report this rather than assert a single confident regulator; both would represent genuine Australian licensing frameworks regardless. The advertising-inducement ban across most Australian states is corroborated by the WA Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries' own published guidance.
Where WinnersBet is licensed
WinnersBet appears on the official register in 1 countries. Highlighted countries have a full local review — pick yours for its welcome bonus and licence details.
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About WinnersBet
WinnersBet is a genuinely Australian-owned, licensed racing-focused bookmaker (WinnersBet Pty Ltd, licence Bl2002171), founded 2020 by Da He in Melbourne. No sign-up bonus is advertised, consistent with Australia's state-level inducement bans. A solid, legitimate operator in the Australian racing-betting market.
WinnersBet FAQ
Is WinnersBet licensed?
Yes - it is operated by WinnersBet Pty Ltd (licence Bl2002171), founded by Da He in Melbourne in June 2020, and is a member of the Victorian Bookmakers Association.
Is WinnersBet Australian-owned?
Yes - it is a genuinely Australian-owned and operated bookmaker.
Does WinnersBet offer a sign-up bonus?
No - most Australian states ban advertising inducements to open a betting account, a market-wide restriction that applies to all licensed Australian bookmakers, not just WinnersBet.
What does WinnersBet specialize in?
Horse and greyhound racing, with deep exotic bet markets, competitive tote products and live streaming, alongside coverage of major Australian sports.
How long has WinnersBet been operating?
Since June 2020.