Historical Overview of Online Pokies in New South Wales (NSW)

Late 1990s – The Beginning of Online Gambling

• Year	Event	Details
  1994	First Online Casino Opens 🎰	The first online casino launched, paving the way for online pokies.
  1997	Rise of Online Gaming ⚡	NSW residents began exploring online gaming options as they became more accessible.

2001 – The Legal Framework Begins

• Year	Event	Details
  2001	Interactive Gambling Act 📜	Australia introduced the Interactive Gambling Act to regulate online gambling.
  2001	NSW Government Response ⚖️	The NSW government began to address the implications of online pokies.

2010 – The Growth of Online Pokies

• Year	Event	Details
  2010	Increase in Popularity 📈	NSW witnesses a significant increase in the number of online pokies players.
  2010	More Operators Enter Market 🔔	Licensed casinos began offering online versions of their classic pokies.

2019 – New Regulatory Changes

• Year	Event	Details
  2019	Regulatory Review 🔍	The NSW government launched a review of compliance on online gambling.
  2019	Player Protection Measures 🛡️	New measures were introduced to protect players from gambling harm.

2023 – Current Trends in Online Pokies

• Year	Event	Details
  2023	Technological Advancements 🚀	Increased use of mobile platforms for gaming as technology evolves.
  2023	Popularity of Live Dealer Games 🃏	Introduction of live dealer pokies has enhanced player engagement.

For more information about online pokies and gambling regulations, visit the NSW Government Gambling website.