Cessnock TAB closes as betting shifts to pubs and social venues
The nostalgic Cessnock TAB, once a gambling hub, closed over a decade ago as 24/7 betting options flourished. In 1997, there were about 550 standalone TAB agencies in New South Wales, but only 80 remain today. The shift to pub-based TAB facilities has transformed the gambling landscape, blending it with social venues across the region.
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Published 11 Jul 2026, 20:00 UTC · Updated 11 Jul 2026, 20:20 UTC
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