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A referendum on gambling was held inNew Zealand on 9 March 1949. Voters were asked whether off-course betting onhorse races should be allowed. It was approved, with 68% in favour. Voter turnout was 54%.[1] The referendum was held in conjunction with the1949 New Zealand licensing hours referendum.
| Choice | Votes | % | |
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| For | 424,219 | 68.02 | |
| Against | 199,406 | 31.98 | |
| Total | 623,625 | 100.00 | |
| Registered voters/turnout | 1,148,481 | – | |
| Source: Nohlenet al. | |||
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