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%.[1] The referendum was held in conjunction with the 1949 New Zealand licensing hours referendum.

Results

Choice Votes %
For424,21968.0
Against199,40632.0
Invalid/blank votes-
Total623,625100
Source: Nohlen et al.

References

  1. Dieter Nohlen, Florian Grotz & Christof Hartmann (2001) Elections in Asia: A data handbook, Volume II, p722 ISBN 0-19-924959-8
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