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Star Entertainment Reviews $650M Proposal from Oaktree Capital

February 17, 2025

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Star Entertainment Group is weighing a $650 million debt financing offer from Oaktree Capital Management as the Australian casino operator faces serious financial uncertainty. With dwindling liquidity and ongoi...

Australian Court Rejects Aristocrat’s Injunction Against Light & Wonder’s Dragon Train

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February 12, 2025

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The Federal Court of Australia has ruled against Aristocrat Leisure Ltd’s request for an interlocutory injunction aimed at preventing Light & Wonder’s Dragon Train slot machines from being available in the ...

The Star Entertainment Declines Initial Bids for Brisbane Casino Stake

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February 10, 2025

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The Star Entertainment Group has turned down initial offers from Hong Kong-based partners, Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Limited (CTFE) and Far East Consortium International Limited (FEC), to purchase its 50% stake...

NFL Set to Host First Regular Season Game in Australia in 2026

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February 8, 2025

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The National Football League (NFL) has revealed plans to stage its first-ever regular season game in Australia, marking a significant expansion of its global presence. Melbourne will serve as the host city, wit...

BlueBet Acquires TopSport Assets in $15 Million Deal to Boost Market Share

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February 5, 2025

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BlueBet Holdings has made a significant move to consolidate its position in the Australian online wagering market by acquiring certain assets from Queensland bookmaker TopSport in a deal valued at $15 million. ...

SkyCity Entertainment Resolves Long-Running South Australian Tax Dispute with AU$38.1 Million Settlement

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February 3, 2025

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SkyCity Entertainment Group has successfully reached a resolution with the South Australian government, bringing an end to a prolonged and complicated legal and tax dispute. The dispute, which revolved around t...

Star Entertainment Sells Sydney Event Centre to Foundation Theatres for AU$60 Million

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January 29, 2025

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Star Entertainment Group has announced the sale of its Sydney Event Centre and several other facilities located within The Star Sydney complex. The buyer, Foundation Theatres, has agreed to purchase the assets ...

NSW Government to Ban Gambling Ads on Public Transport

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January 28, 2025

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In a significant move to combat gambling harm, the New South Wales (NSW) Government has announced plans to remove all gambling-related advertisements from public transport across the state. This ban, which will...

Queensland Premier Signals Tough Stance on Star Entertainment Amid Financial Crisis

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January 22, 2025

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Queensland Premier David Crisafulli has voiced deep concerns over Star Entertainment's failure to honor its commitments in the state, particularly regarding the Queen’s Wharf development in Brisbane. As the com...

Star Entertainment Faces Financial Struggles Under Safe Harbour Provisions

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January 18, 2025

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Star Entertainment Group has taken a significant step to stabilize its operations by invoking safe harbour provisions. This legal measure protects company directors from personal liability in case of insolvency...

VicBet Penalized AU$130,000 for Violating Customer Protection Rules

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January 16, 2025

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The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has imposed a substantial fine of AU$130,000 on VicBet, a registered online bookmaker, for breaching key customer care regulations. These violations ...

Sydney University Criticized for Gambling Industry Investments

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December 28, 2024

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The University of Sydney has come under scrutiny for its financial ties to the gambling industry, including investments in major companies such as Aristocrat and Entain. These companies have also funded academi...

JPMorgan Ends Stake in Star Entertainment Amid Ongoing Turmoil

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December 23, 2024

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JPMorgan Chase has divested its stake in Star Entertainment, an Australian casino group grappling with mounting regulatory, operational, and financial difficulties. The gaming company’s recent exchange filing c...

Australia Revises R&D Tax Policy, Excludes Gambling Activities

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December 19, 2024

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The Australian government has announced that gambling and tobacco-related activities will no longer qualify for the Research and Development (R&D) Tax Incentive, a policy aimed at fostering innovation and b...

BetMakers Extends Partnership With Racing and Wagering Western Australia

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December 17, 2024

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BetMakers Technology Group has announced the renewal of its longstanding partnership with Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA), the governing body for thoroughbred, harness, and greyhound racing in West...

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Star Entertainment Reviews $650M Proposal from Oaktree Capital

Australian Court Rejects Aristocrat’s Injunction Against Light & Wonder’s Dragon Train

The Star Entertainment Declines Initial Bids for Brisbane Casino Stake

NFL Set to Host First Regular Season Game in Australia in 2026

BlueBet Acquires TopSport Assets in $15 Million Deal to Boost Market Share

SkyCity Entertainment Resolves Long-Running South Australian Tax Dispute with AU$38.1 Million Settlement

Star Entertainment Sells Sydney Event Centre to Foundation Theatres for AU$60 Million

NSW Government to Ban Gambling Ads on Public Transport

Queensland Premier Signals Tough Stance on Star Entertainment Amid Financial Crisis

Star Entertainment Faces Financial Struggles Under Safe Harbour Provisions

Sydney University Criticized for Gambling Industry Investments

JPMorgan Ends Stake in Star Entertainment Amid Ongoing Turmoil

Australia Revises R&D Tax Policy, Excludes Gambling Activities

BetMakers Extends Partnership With Racing and Wagering Western Australia

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