Sportsbet Promotions
2025

The Sportsbet Australia promotions portfolio is the most comprehensive and highest-value bonus program offered by any Australian licensed bookmaker. From the $500 welcome bonus available to all new registered customers through to ongoing weekly promotions for existing users, Sportsbet's approach to bonuses reflects the platform's overall commitment to delivering genuine value to Australian sports bettors. Whether you're betting on AFL, NRL, Cricket, horse racing or international sports, there is a relevant active promotion available on virtually every major event day throughout the calendar year.

The $500 welcome bonus is Sportsbet's flagship offer for new customers and it remains industry-leading in terms of maximum value and simplicity of claiming. The mechanics are straightforward: place a qualifying first bet of AUD$50 or more on any sports market — including pre-match, live or racing — and receive a matching amount in bet credits up to $500. The 1x turnover requirement is the most favourable in the Australian market; competitors typically require 3x or more turnover before bet credits are released for withdrawal. Bet credits expire after 30 days, providing ample time to use the bonus on upcoming AFL rounds, NRL fixtures or any available market.

The weekly 15% multi boost, available exclusively through the Sportsbet mobile app, is perhaps the most valuable ongoing promotion for regular sports bettors. Every Saturday and Sunday, any 4-leg or greater multi placed via the app receives an automatic 15% bonus applied to winnings. This boost applies to both pre-match and live betting selections and covers all major Australian sports including AFL and NRL. The maximum boost value of $300 means high-staking multi bettors receive meaningful additional returns each week simply for using the mobile app. Only Sportsbet and one other competitor offer a consistent weekly multi boost — and Sportsbet's 15% rate is the highest available.

Understanding how to maximise the value of promotions is important for getting the best out of the Sportsbet platform. For new customers, the welcome bonus should be claimed using a moderate-odds bet — ideally a single or 2-leg multi with combined odds between $2.00 and $3.00 — to minimise variance while meeting the 1x turnover requirement. For the weekly multi boost, the optimal strategy is to place your regular AFL multi via the app and treat the 15% boost as a cost-free winnings enhancement rather than a factor influencing bet selection. For sports betting strategy, see the complete how to bet guide.