Casino
June 29, 2022
The Star Appoints Robert Cooke as Managing Director and CEO
The Star Entertainment Group announced to the Australian Securities Exchange today that its executive search has been concluded with the appointment of Robert Cooke as Managing Director and CEO. Mix of Experience, Capabilities and Attributes The appointment of former Tatts Group chief executive officer Cooke at Star Entertainment Group puts an end to the executive […]
Casino
June 29, 2022
Australian Casino the Star on the Verge of Losing Its License
The New South Wales (NSW) gambling regulator continues its investigation of the controversial casino The Star. Senior counsel Naomi Sharp stated that the Independent Liquor and Gaming Authority’s (ILGA)’s findings found the establishment unfit to hold a license. The Star Had a Long History of Disregard for the Rules ILGA’s 26 public hearings exposed a […]
Casino
June 28, 2022
Suncity Cage in Star Sydney Breached Gambling Act
Casino Within Casino – Not а Good Idea in NSW Star Entertainment is under a regulatory review, and on the last hearing, assisting counsel Naomi Sharp SC made an accusation in the closing arguments about Star’s relationship with Suncity Holdings, the Chinese investment holding company and junket operator. The problem stems from Star allowing Suncity […]
Casino
June 23, 2022
Star Sydney Appoints New Hospitality General Managers
The Star Sydney has a clear message to send to Australia’s regulators, which is that it will play by the rules come what may. In continuing to adjust its executive lineup, the property has appointed two new general managers who will be in charge of operations in New South Wales. Hospitality Front and Center at […]
Legal
June 14, 2022
Queensland Gov Announces Independent Inquiry of Star
The government of Queensland has opted to evaluate Star Entertainment’s business after all. This follows the government’s decision to introduce new laws that prevent gambling crime in the first place. Queensland Will Probe Star’s Business The independent inquiry, announced by Shannon Fentiman, Queensland’s attorney-general, will evaluate whether Star Entertainment is suitable to hold a license. […]
Casino
June 2, 2022
Star in Hot Water over Criminal, Casino, Corporate Law Breach Allegations
Further accusations of illegal behavior leave Star in a difficult position, as serious breaches of multiple laws surface on the second day of SC Naomi Sharp’s submissions. Second Day of Hearings, Three More Laws Allegedly Breached Star Entertainment is under further scrutiny on the second day of Naomi Sharp SC closing submissions at the Bell […]
Casino
May 31, 2022
Inquiry into Sydney Star Says “Not Fit” to Hold Casino License in Sydney
The Star Entertainment Group is on choppy seas with the ongoing regulatory review and despite its best efforts, the inquiry says that Star’s Sydney casino is “not fit” to hold a license. “Not Fit” for License, What Does It Mean The New South Wales Independent Liquor & Gaming Authority (ILGA) requested an inquiry into The […]
Legal
May 26, 2022
Queensland to Reform Gambling Laws amid Star Inquiry
Queensland plans to introduce new gambling laws instead of launching inquiries against operators, the government announced. This comes amid ongoing action against Star Entertainment in other Australian states. Queensland Plans to Introduce New Laws In the wake of the recent inquiries against Star Entertainment Group and Crown Resorts, Queensland realized that it needs to introduce […]
Casino
May 23, 2022
Star Entertainment Appoints New Acting CEO, Interim Chairman
Tumultuous times are still holding Star Entertainment Group executive lineup captive. In light of an ongoing regulatory review, multiple C-level employees departed. After John O’Neil stepped down last week, news of fresh appointments followed shortly after. The new interim chairman Ben Heap and new interim CEO Geoff Hogg were previously director and chief casino officer […]
Industry
May 20, 2022
O’Neill Steps Down as Star’s Executive Chairman
At the beginning of the month, ex-rugby star and Star Entertainment chairman of Star Entertainment Group John O’Neill announced he would temporarily take over the managing director and chief executive officer position. Now, O’Neill announced his resignation just days before a public hearing where he will testify in regards to the group’s casino in Sydney. […]
