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Star's chips down as $940m debt deal comes off table

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.

State oversight of flailing Star's casino extended

State oversight of flailing Star's casino extended

State oversight of flailing Star's casino extended

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.

Casino licence suspension delay a lucky break for Star

Casino licence suspension delay a lucky break for Star

Casino licence suspension delay a lucky break for Star

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.

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Star reveals mystery lender behind $940m debt rescue

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

Star secures lifeline to unload entertainment precinct

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.

Another pokies reform shelved, slammed as 'deceitful'

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.

Nearing collapse, Star hopes for last-minute bailout

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.

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Duty of care floated for betting ads accountability

Duty of care floated for betting ads accountability

Duty of care floated for betting ads accountability

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.

Falling Star offered $650m lifeline for ailing casinos

Falling Star offered $650m lifeline for ailing casinos

Falling Star offered $650m lifeline for ailing casinos

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.

Push for live betting losses to protect problem punters

Push for live betting losses to protect problem punters

Push for live betting losses to protect problem punters

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.

Star heads accused of turning blind eye to illicit cash

Star heads accused of turning blind eye to illicit cash

Star heads accused of turning blind eye to illicit cash

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.

Foreign buyers circle Star flagship casino precinct

Foreign buyers circle Star flagship casino precinct

Foreign buyers circle Star flagship casino precinct

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.

Prince Harry's Invictus Games kicks off in Vancouver

Prince Harry's Invictus Games kicks off in Vancouver

Prince Harry's Invictus Games kicks off in Vancouver

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.

Teals bet on hung parliament to force gambling ad ban

Teals bet on hung parliament to force gambling ad ban

Teals bet on hung parliament to force gambling ad ban

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.

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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.

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.

Slow gambling shift defended after bus, train ad ban

As the push continues for a national ban on gambling advertisements, one state won't let the ads be plastered across its public transport network.

Sportsbet sued by gamblers over 'illegal' live betting

Sportsbet has been taken to court in a class action over its Fast Code services, which allows customers to bet on a live event.

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RSL's gambling profits not supporting veteran welfare

Just a minuscule percentage of RSL venues' gambling machine profits are going towards aiding veterans' welfare, according to new research.

Star shares hit the skids as survival odds take a blow

Shares are down seven per cent at Star after the embattled casino company warned of "material uncertainty" about its ability to continue.

'Lambo guy' wants speedy trial on lottery charges

Entrepreneur Adrian Portelli wants charges alleging that he conducted an unlawful lottery to proceed to trial, a court has been told.

Woman overturns casino ban over 'unaffordable' gambling

A woman was banned from a casino after spending more than half her income on gambling, but she argued her multi-million dollar inheritance gave her the means.

No magical save for Star as govt focuses on workers

As the shares of embattled casino operator Star Entertainment fall to an all-time low, a state government has ruled out giving it a financial lifeline.

Casino operator Star's shares plunge amid grim finances

Star Entertainment says it had just $79 million in cash left at December 31, after burning through $107 million over the previous three months.

Billboard award record an early birthday gift for Swift

Pop superstar Taylor Swift has received the "nicest early birthday present" after winning 10 Billboard Music Awards and topping the accolade's all-time record.

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