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Latest news: Casino and Gambling
The Star cries poor, labels $400m fine a casino killer
The Star has said it will not survive being fined $400 million after admitting to lax anti-money laundering measures and courting high-risk gamblers.
Jun 10, 2025
'High risk': The Star's $167m credit to money launderer
The scale of The Star casino's enabling of billions of dollars in risky transactions, including from at least one money launderer, has been exposed in court.
Jun 05, 2025
The Star faces $400m implosion over crime concerns
Backpacks full of cash, concealed transactions and gamblers with criminal links were ignored by The Star casino, which faces a fine of $400 million or more.
Jun 04, 2025
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Men's A-League player charged with betting scandal
Two men have been charged over their involvement in an alleged betting scandal that included the manipulation of yellow cards during soccer games for gambling.
Jun 01, 2025
No penalty for bookmaker that targeted problem gamblers
People on the gambling self-exclusion register were sent marketing messages by an online bookmaker, but it will not be penalised, the industry regulator says.
May 15, 2025
Gambling reform advocates up pressure in marginal seats
Gambling harm advocates will focus on marginal seats in the final days of the election campaign, urging politicians across the spectrum to find their voice.
Apr 28, 2025
Workers win big as US giant grants Star casino's wish
An international gaming giant has ventured across the world to save the flailing Star casinos after the company came close to entering administration.
Apr 08, 2025
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Casino giant rescues Star from brink of folding: report
An embattled casino operator may be thanking its lucky stars after agreeing to a $300 million deal with an international counterpart.
Apr 07, 2025
'Alarming': one in three Aussie children gambling
Calls are growing to ban betting ads in light of new research showing Aussie teens spend $18 million gambling each year.
Apr 06, 2025
Star's chips down as $940m debt deal comes off table
Embattled casino giant Star Entertainment is back on the brink of collapse after a refinancing deal fell through, but talks with a US casino giant continue.
Apr 02, 2025
State oversight of flailing Star's casino extended
Casino operator Star Entertainment has accepted a watchdog needs to continue overseeing its tables in Sydney amid financial woes and remediation works.
Mar 28, 2025
Casino licence suspension delay a lucky break for Star
A 90-day suspension of Star Entertainment Group's Gold Coast casino licence has been deferred for six months, but the company has been put on notice.
Mar 27, 2025
Star reveals mystery lender behind $940m debt rescue
Embattled casino group Star Entertainment has confirmed the lender behind a $940 million refinancing deal, as it mulls multiple pathways for survival
Mar 11, 2025
Star secures lifeline to unload entertainment precinct
Star Entertainment Group will exit its ownership and management of the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane integrated resort and hospitality precinct.
Mar 08, 2025
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Another pokies reform shelved, slammed as 'deceitful'
An election promise to significantly reduce the number of pub pokies is gathering dust as an advocate slams a state's approach to reform.
Mar 04, 2025
Nearing collapse, Star hopes for last-minute bailout
Star Entertainment Group shares have fallen to a three-week low as the casino company said it anticipates receiving a last-minute bailout offer.
Feb 28, 2025
Duty of care floated for betting ads accountability
A draft proposal to make gambling companies more accountable for harm through a duty of care is being considered by a federal minister.
Feb 25, 2025
Falling Star offered $650m lifeline for ailing casinos
With its shares in the doldrums and questions over its operations, Star has been offered a conditional lifeline through a five-year financing proposal.
Feb 17, 2025
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Push for live betting losses to protect problem punters
Live losses displayed in betting apps has been proposed as a measure to help punters track how much they're in the red to prevent excessive spending.
Feb 10, 2025
Star heads accused of turning blind eye to illicit cash
Executives at troubled gambling firm The Star allegedly put profit over risk management by ignoring the potential criminal cash washing through its casinos.
Feb 10, 2025
Foreign buyers circle Star flagship casino precinct
Star Entertainment has confirmed it's in talks to sell its stake in one of Australia's largest entertainment precincts, amid continued financial woes.
Feb 10, 2025
Prince Harry's Invictus Games kicks off in Vancouver
Coldplay frontman Chris Martin and Katy Perry were among the musicians who performed at the 2025 Invictus Games opening ceremony in Canada.
Feb 09, 2025
Teals bet on hung parliament to force gambling ad ban
Independent crossbenchers will leverage their votes in a minority government to force action on banning betting advertising after Labor failed to act.
Feb 04, 2025
Senator pushes for gambling industry influence inquiry
David Pocock is critical of the government for not acting on a landmark report recommending banning gambling ads, linking it to industry lobbying efforts.
Feb 04, 2025
Wider economy would be hurt from Star collapse: union
As the future of Star Entertainment hangs in the balance, a prominent union says it isn't just casino workers who would be hit by its collapse.
Jan 30, 2025
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