NRL’s ‘problem gambler’ ref received work experience in racing (opens original article in a new tab)

NRL referee Ashley Klein admitted to a gambling addiction that resulted in over $400,000 in losses and led to his self-exclusion from betting in 2023.

• NRL referee Ashley Klein admitted to a gambling problem with horse and greyhound racing
• Klein lost over $400,000 betting with corporate bookmakers after 2019
• Klein placed himself on the national self-exclusion register in 2023