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May 3, 2024
Queensland Says CTFE Is Suitable to Be Associated with Star Entertainment
The Queensland government has determined that Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) is suitable to be associated with Star Entertainment Group’s Queen’s Wharf Brisbane property. The investigation into the matter came in the wake of Star Entertainment’s violations and apparent ties with Asian junket operators. For context, Star Entertainment was previously found guilty of multiple AML […]
Casino
April 30, 2024
Violence against Women in Australia Fueled by Gambling and Pornography
A recent spate of attacks against women based on gender violence has prompted spontaneous protests in Australia, with citizens looking for answers from Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and asking the leader to do more and ensure that women are protected from the spike in violent behavior they are subjected to. 13-Year-Old-Boys Won’t Change Culture of […]
Casino
April 29, 2024
Disarray in Star Entertainment Ranks Continues with Chairman’s Departure
Facing regulatory action in the Down Under, Star Entertainment has confirmed that another high-ranking executive in the face of chairman David Foster has stepped down after less than a year on the job. Another One Bids Adieu to Star Entertainment in Time of Need He adds to the droves of executives who have exited Star […]
Industry
April 29, 2024
Australia: 68-Year-Old Sentenced to Prison after $2.6M Fraud
It is not uncommon for people suffering from gambling addiction to be pushed into different crimes. Addiction can have dire consequences for the people experiencing it and their family members, which is why cases of problem gamblers who engage in fraud or even violent crimes are not uncommon. Now, a recent fraud case resulted in […]
Industry
April 29, 2024
Crown Confirms Restructuring, Initiates 1,000 Job Cuts
Crown Resorts, one of the leading gambling and entertainment operators in Australia, was tangled in a legal hurdle a few years ago after two probes into its operations claimed breaches of anti-money laundering and other regulations. The operator was accused of collaborating with junket operators with ties to criminal organizations. As a result, Crown was […]
Industry
April 24, 2024
Former Star CEO Cooke Addresses Sydney Casino License Inquiry
The second inquiry into license suitability for The Star Sydney, one of the properties of the leading Australian casino entertainment company, Star Entertainment Group, is currently ongoing. The inquiry into The Star Sydney followed a massive probe into the company’s operations that uncovered a range of deficiencies. As the discussions about The Star Sydney’s license […]
Business
April 24, 2024
PointsBet Posts Q3 Results, Expresses Doubt about Further Tax Hikes
Australian iGaming and sports betting operator PointsBet has published its financial results for Q3 FY24, reporting positive trends across the board. In addition to posting favorable results, the company revealed that it is not too concerned about potential tax hikes in Australia. PointsBet’s report outlines a total sports betting handle of AUD 673.4 million ($437.6 […]
Casino
April 23, 2024
Australia’s Casino Sector Sees Substantial Developments
This week has been very eventful for the Australian casino sector as Crown Entertainment reached a significant milestone in its journey towards compliance. Meanwhile, rival Star Entertainment faces another inquiry into its suitability as new revelations fueled the ongoing controversy surrounding the operator, highlighting the stark differences between the two companies. Crown Entertainment Has Achieved […]
Legal
April 22, 2024
NSW Man on Trial for the Murder of a Frail Gambling Addict
The trial of an Australian man who allegedly killed another over a gambling debt has begun. Stephen Staff appeared in the NSW Supreme Court at Wollongong on Monday but denied participating in the fatal beating. The victim, Matthew Davis, 31, died after a fatal bashing and choking in his home in Lake Illawarra. Described as […]
Business
April 19, 2024
The Star Gold Coast CEO Steps Down, Interim CEO Appointed
The Star Entertainment Group, an Australian casino and betting company, has parted ways with another C-suite member as the second NICC probe looms. As reported, Jessica Mellor, chief executive officer of Star Gold Coast, will step down after several months in the position. Mellor was appointed as the property’s chief operating officer in 2019 and […]
