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Business
May 20, 2024
Hard Rock Eyes Acquisition of Star Entertainment
Star Entertainment, one of the largest gambling operators in Australia, was tangled into a prolonged investigation over alleged breaches related to anti-money laundering rules, among other issues. Amid the regulatory hurdle, the operator remains subject to scrutiny. Government-appointed managers seek to ensure compliance of the operator’s casinos, while back in March, the company announced leadership […]
Casino
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 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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Industry
April 19, 2024
Cultural Transformation Efforts Differ between Star and Crown
Amid the ongoing second inquiry into the license suitability for the Star Sydney, an expert in cultural transformation spoke about the challenges encountered during the attempted transformation of the casino’s parent company, Star Entertainment Group. The company faced legal scrutiny after investigations uncovered alleged deficiencies and breaches of the gambling regulations. Similarly, Crown Resorts, a […]
Casino
April 18, 2024
Star Sydney Gamblers Get Arrested after Paid Millions from Casino
The Star Sydney’s parent company and one of the largest entertainment and gaming groups in Australia, Star Entertainment Group, was involved in a scandal related to alleged breaches of regulations related to anti-money laundering and other issues. As the second inquiry into The Star Sydney loomed, allegations of records falsification emerged earlier this week. The […]
Industry
April 15, 2024
Star Sydney’s Gaming Team Accused of Alleged Records Falsification
Regulatory breaches by one of the largest gaming and entertainment operators in Australia, Star Entertainment Group, tangled the group into prolonged scrutiny. In New South Wales and Queensland, the company was found unsuitable to hold a license, requiring it to make robust changes to its operations. On the path to regulatory compliance, Nicholas Weeks was […]
Industry
April 15, 2024
Text Messages Unveil Star’s Plot against NSW Regulator
For the last few years, Star Entertainment Group, the leading gaming and entertainment company in Australia, has been at the center of a massive scandal related to regulatory failings. Inquiries into the company’s operations found it unsuitable to hold a casino license in Queensland as well as New South Wales (NSW). Regulatory action was taken […]
