EP18: Is Greyhound Racing Profitable? Don't Bet On It!

In this episode of 'Talking Couch Potatoes', special guest Jackson, wagering analyst, discusses The Murphy Report, 'You Win Some, You Lose More' a comprehensive government report making waves with its recommendations aimed at addressing problem gambling in Australia. Jackson explains how these proposed measures are poised to impact the revenue from greyhound racing. He highlights how the COVID-19 pandemic provided a temporary boost to the industry. However, since then, gambling revenue has taken a noticeable downturn, posing a threat to the profitability of greyhound racing. This is currently playing out across eastern states of Australia with severe and abrupt staff lay-offs and greyhound welfare cuts. Join Matt, Mel, and Jackson for an engaging and informative episode as they navigate the entwined intersections of WA government policy, and the future of greyhound gambling in Australia. See the full report here https://www.aph.gov.au/Parliamentary_Business/Committees/House/Social_Policy_and_Legal_Affairs/Onlinegamblingimpacts/Report