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Gambling News - 'Australia'
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 […]
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 18, 2024
ACMA Blocked 18 Offshore Sites During the Women’s World Cup
The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) published a report outlining its crackdown on illegal gambling during the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. According to the regulator, it reviewed 200 offshore services during and in the lead-up to the event. As a result, the ACMA decided to investigate 21 of them as they appeared to […]
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
VGCCC Hands $32K Fine to BlueBet over Illegal Billboard Ads
The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has fined BlueBet, ordering it to pay the regulator’s agreed costs. According to the official announcement, the gambling operator was found guilty of 43 charges of displaying gambling advertising on or above a public road. For reference, such display of gambling advertisements is illegal in the Australian […]
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 […]
Business
April 11, 2024
BlueBet Confirms Historic Merger with Betr
The merger between BlueBet and Betr is now a fact. After months of speculation and rumors, the former company confirmed the acquisition on the ASX. Under the agreement, Betr’s parent company, the Tripp Group, will receive a majority of shares in BlueBet. The merger will benefit both companies in different ways. BlueBet will be able […]