1949 New Zealand gambling referendum
# 1949 New Zealand gambling referendum

A referendum on gambling was held in New Zealand on 9 March 1949. Voters were asked whether off-course betting on horse races should be allowed. It was approved, with 68% in favour. Voter turnout was 54.3%. The referendum was held in conjunction with the 1949 New Zealand licensing hours referendum.

## Results

| Choice | Votes | % |
| - | - | - |
| For | 424,219 | 68.0 |
| Against | 199,406 | 32.0 |
| Invalid/blank votes | | - |
| Total | 623,625 | 100 |
| Source: Nohlen et al. |||
