Public gambling banned in Hong Kong under British colonial rule
First recorded horse race in Happy Valley
Hong Kong Jockey Club founded
Fire at Happy Valley kills over 500 people
First stands constructed in Happy Valley
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Racecourse closed during World War II
HKJC's first charitable donations
First government lottery tickets introduced
HKJC becomes professional organisation
Government authorises off-site betting
Mark Six Lottery begins
Gambling Ordinance legislation passed in Hong Kong, limiting gambling to private social events or specific, government-approved gambling establishments
Sha Tin Racecourse opened
First international horse race held in Hong Kong
Hong Kong returned to Chinese rule
Macau returned to Chinese rule
Macau lifts gaming monopoly and allows outside investment
