With the resumption of racing in NSW from 1 December 2007, no further weekly EI updates will be provided.
A full review of wagering turnover and the impact of Equine Influenza was presented at the 2007/08 half year results briefing in February 2008.
TAB customer hotline - 1800 149326
TAB has set up a special Equine Influenza customer information line operating from 10am to 11pm each day. For information about the following day’s racing program and TAB operating hours, customers can call 1800 149326 for the latest updates.
Sky Channel programming and TAB venues
Tabcorp, in co-operation with its racing industry partners, is doing everything it can to ensure racing remains open for business, including:
- adding more greyhound races to its Sky Channel broadcasting schedule;
- expanding Sky Channel’s coverage of international greyhound, harness and thoroughbred races; and
- keeping Tabcorp’s network of TAB agencies, PubTABs and ClubTABs in New South Wales and Victoria open for business.
TAB outlets are operating as usual, covering all meetings with form and selections available in daily newspapers. Account customers can utilise www.tab.com.au or phone 131 822.
Wagering turnover
Wagering turnover in Victoria and New South Wales has improved since the initial impact of Equine Influenza on Saturday 25 August 2007.
| $m | NSW 06 | VIC 06 | TOTAL 06 | NSW 07 | VIC 07 | TOTAL 07 | Change |
| Sat 25 Aug to Fri 31 Aug | 86.9 | 65.1 | 152.0 | 29.7 | 22.2 | 51.9 | -66% |
| Sat 1 Sep to Fri 7 Sep | 82.3 | 64.5 | 146.8 | 74.5 | 66.5 | 141.0 | -4% |
| Sat 8 Sep to Fri 14 Sep | 84.4 | 66.5 | 150.9 | 73.1 | 64.7 | 137.8 | -9% |
| Sat 15 Sep to Fri 21 Sep | 89.7 | 68.6 | 158.3 | 72.9 | 64.7 | 137.6 | -13% |
| Sat 22 Sep to Fri 28 Sep | 91.9 | 75.4 | 167.3 | 74.9 | 70.2 | 145.1 | -13% |
| Sat 29 Sep to Fri 5 Oct | 92.7 | 64.7 | 157.4 | 70.4 | 60.5 | 130.9 | -17% |
| Sat 6 Oct to Fri 12 Oct | 95.2 | 77.4 | 172.6 | 78.5 | 76.0 | 154.5 | -10% |
| Sat 13 Oct to Fri 19 Oct | 97.0 | 86.3 | 183.3 | 83.1 | 83.9 | 167.0 | -9% |
| Sat 20 Oct to Fri 26 Oct | 102.1 | 92.9 | 195.0 | 87.2 | 86.9 | 174.1 | -11% |
| Sat 27 Oct to Fri 2 Nov | 102.6 | 94.9 | 197.5 | 89.8 | 91.7 | 181.5 | -8% |
| Sat 3 Nov to Fri 9 Nov | 191.6 | 187.3 | 378.9 | 172.2 | 183.0 | 355.2 | -6% |
| Sat 10 Nov to Fri 16 Nov | 91.3 | 83.3 | 174.6 | 84.3 | 81.2 | 165.5 | -5% |
| Sat 17 Nov to Fri 23 Nov | 88.4 | 74.9 | 163.3 | 79.6 | 72.2 | 151.8 | -7% |
| Sat 24 Nov to Fri 30 Nov | 82.4 | 65.8 | 148.2 | 75.8 | 63.6 | 139.4 | -6% |
The table represents the total amount bet on thoroughbred, harness and greyhound races across Tabcorp's TAB network in New South Wales and Victoria.
The table does not represent Tabcorp's revenue or profit/loss.
Figures exclude Sportsbet and Trackside.
Comparisons against equivalent period last year.
On some days, there will be additional racing, which will make year on year comparisons less reliable.
With the resumption of racing in NSW from 1 December 2007, no further weekly EI updates will be provided. A full review of wagering turnover and the impact of Equine Influenza will be presented at the 2007/08 half year results briefing, scheduled for February 2008.
Related Tabcorp news
Tabcorp update on Equine Influenza - Oct 29, 2007
Tabcorp Holdings Limited said today it will weather the impact of Equine Influenza as a result of being a well diversified gambling and entertainment company.
Equine Influenza – Media Update - Aug 31, 2007
Racing is open for business tomorrow with Sky Channel programming 17 race meetings on the racing schedule. The NSW and Victorian TABs will be betting on 168 individual races, starting at 10:05am and finishing at 1:50am.
More than 150 individual races on Sky Channel tomorrow - Aug 29, 2007
Sky Channel has programmed 15 race meetings tomorrow as it continues to reformat the racing schedule by adding new meetings and expanding international coverage.
Sky Channel helps keep Australian racing open for business - Aug 28, 2007
Tabcorp and its national racing broadcaster Sky Channel today provided an update on the actions they are taking to provide regular race programming during the period of the thoroughbred and harness racing standstill.
Impact of Equine Influenza on Tabcorp Wagering Business - Aug 27, 2007
Tabcorp Holdings Limited today provided an update on the impact of Equine Influenza on its wagering division.
Other information
Link to Racing Victoria Limited website
Link to Racing New South Wales website
Link to Victorian government website
Link to New South Wales government website
Link to Queensland government website
Link to Federal government website
Link to Racenet.com.au website
Announcements of financial assistance
Iemma Government relief and recovery package for racing industry - Oct 2, 2007
The Iemma Government will provide an additional $7.5 million in direct assistance to the stricken NSW racing industry to help it recover from the effects of the devastating Equine Influenza outbreak.
Queensland Government announces $20 million package for horse industry - Sep 28, 2007
An immediate $20 million State Government assistance package is operational for all Queenslanders whose livelihoods are affected by the equine influenza outbreak.
Australian Government announces $110 million Equine Influenza Assistance - Sep 9, 2007
The Australian Government has announced further assistance for people and businesses facing additional costs and significant financial hardship, as a direct result of the Equine Influenza quarantine measures currently in place.
NAB provides assistance to businesses impacted by equine flu - Sep 7, 2007
National Australia Bank (NAB) today announced a package of relief measures for customers affected by the recent outbreak of equine flu.
Commonwealth Bank activates emergency package for customers impacted by Equine Influenza outbreak - Aug 31, 2007
The Commonwealth Bank has activated its special emergency assistance package to assist its customers affected by the outbreak of Equine Influenza.
$4 million for Equine Influenza fund - Aug 30, 2007
The Australian Government has established a $4 million fund to provide emergency grants to individuals suffering financial difficulty as a result of the Equine Influenza (EI) outbreak.
ANZ provides assistance for customers impacted by equine flu outbreak – Aug 29, 2007
ANZ has announced an assistance package for customers whose jobs and businesses have been impacted by the equine flu outbreak. Download the full announcement available at the bottom of this page.
Contacts
Media Enquiries
Media Relations Manager
Nicholas Tzaferis
+61 3 9868 2529
tzaferis@tabcorp.com.au
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+61 3 9868 2195
Shareholder Enquiries
Shareholder Relations Manager
Michael Scott
+61 3 9868 2779
investor@tabcorp.com.au
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