Backing The Punt 2025
9 & 10 September | Melbourne
RACV City Club & Conference Centre
Join us for Backing The Punt, a 2-day deep dive into the challenges and opportunities facing Australia’s wagering and racing sector. Hosted by Senet, this event is a must-attend for anyone involved in the industry.
Each year, Melbourne plays host to the leading figures in wagering, racing, and regulation, with attendance from wagering service providers, bookmakers, Principal Racing Authorities, racing clubs, regulators, and other key industry stakeholders. This is your chance to connect with the who's who of Australian racing and wagering.
Backing The Punt is a platform to advance industry knowledge, spark insightful discussions, and explore the latest trends shaping the sector. With sessions led by expert guest speakers and industry leaders, you’ll have access to valuable perspectives and insights on pressing issues and emerging developments.
Please note, Backing The Punt is an in-person event and is not open to the media or customers of operators.
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WHY ATTEND?
The conference is designed to foster meaningful dialogue, enabling attendees to share knowledge, debate key topics, and collaborate on initiatives that support a safe, responsible, and forward-thinking industry. This is your opportunity to stay ahead of industry shifts, expand your network, and strengthen your connections with fellow professionals.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Engage with industry leaders through dynamic panels, hear from thought-provoking guest speakers and connect with the who’s who in Australian racing and wagering.
A VALUE-DRIVEN EXPERIENCE
We’re committed to providing you with an unforgettable event at great value. Expect high-quality content, unmatched networking opportunities, and the chance to be part of shaping the future of the industry.
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"An important gathering of pre-eminent industry thought leaders - should not be missed!"
–Mark O’Sullivan (Safer Gambling Manager) Entain Group
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"A one of a kind conference in Australia for wagering and racing. Always covers all the topical issues. Great for networking. A must attend event for me now.“
Jo Moore, Moore Advisory
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“This is a must attend event for wagering professionals, attended by the who's who of the industry.”
- 2024 delegate (anonymous)
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In only 2-years Backing The Punt has become an integral part of the sports betting and racing calendar for senior execs in Australia. With plenty of relevant content covered and thoughts shared by industry leaders there is plenty to take away from the event. It also serves as an excellent networking platform in bringing many stakeholders together in a great forum to meet and talk about ideas and business opportunities.
– Edward Beesley (Chief Commercial Officer), Bet Odyssey
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"Backing the Punt is Australia's premiere regulated sports betting industry event, and an invaluable opportunity to exchange ideas and engage with stakeholders from across the wagering industry."
– Christina Smolarek (General Counsel and AMLCO), Picklebet
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Backing The Punt is the only event in Australia of its kind where all sectors of the racing and wagering industry can come together. Consider bringing all of your heads of department as they will benefit and support leaders to drive the important agendas the industry is facing today and into the future.
–Rachel Bessis, (Chief Commercial Officer), Greyhound Racing NSW
JOIN US FOR A NETWORKING EVENING
THE VENUE: TBC
Conference delegates are invited to attend an evening of networking on Tuesday 9 September. Your conference lanyard is required for entry to the venue.
Attire: Business casual and comfortable.
ACCOMMODATION
RACV City Club and Conference Centre
Discover a Melbourne icon at the RACV City Club and conference centre. At the RACV City Club, an enjoyable stay awaits you in the heart of our dynamic city. We are centrally located in the heart of Melbourne and within walking distance of many of Melbourne’s top tourist attractions, including business, sporting and theatre districts.
The City Club features spacious rooms and suites, excellent dining and a conference events facility with capacity to host 300 delegates in cabaret table format.
Discounted room rates for Backing The Punt delegates includes the day before and the day after the conference, for guests arriving the day before or staying in Melbourne a bit longer.
Car Parking Access for hotel guests
Enter via Little Collins. Please note this is the Club’s private car park and parking is $30 per day when staying at the hotel. RACV City Club’s car park is located on New Chancery Lane, enter from Little Collins Street.
** On arrival to the boom gate, take a ticket and self-park. Advise reception upon check-in and the car park charges will be charged to your room. Reception will provide you with a ticket to exit the car park.
TRAVEL
Airport
Travel by Uber direct to the RACV City Club & Conference Centre in approximately 30 minutes.
Carparking
123 Queen Street (enter via Little Collins) - $28 per day, book online for Early Bird parking. In between 6am-9am and exit anytime before midnight.
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RACV City Club’s private car park is discounted to $45 per day for conference delegates and is located on New Chancery Lane, enter from Little Collins Street.
On arrival to the boom gate, take a ticket and self-park. Obtain a discount pass from your event host at the conference registration desk. On departure, as you approach the boom gate, scan your entry ticket, then scan your discount QR code. Make payment via credit card & depart.
Train
Flinders Street Station
Catch a tram along Swanston St or Elizabeth St depending on where you exit the station. Hop off at Bourke Street and catch any tram towards 501 Bourke Street. Alight at the Queen Street/Bourke Street tram stop. The venue is a few doors along from the tram stop.
Southern Cross Station
Catch any tram heading into the city along Bourke Street. Alight at the Queen Street/Bourke Street tram stop. The venue is across the road.
Tram
Catch any tram up and down Bourke Street to the RACV City Club & Conference Centre at 501 Bourke Street, Melbourne.
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