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Crown Melbourne Reprimanded by Regulator for Gambling Harm Failures

August 19, 2025

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Crown Melbourne has been formally reprimanded by Victoria’s gambling watchdog for a series of violations involving mandatory harm minimisation rules on poker machines. The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control ...

Regulator Fines BlueBet Over VIP Gambler Losses and Missed Red Flags

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August 14, 2025

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The Northern Territory Racing and Wagering Commission (NTRWC) has penalised bookmaker BlueBet for “serious” breaches of responsible gambling obligations, finding that the company repeatedly incentivised a high-...

Review Clears SkyCity Adelaide to Retain Licence Under Strict Oversight

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August 12, 2025

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An extensive independent review has concluded that SkyCity Adelaide is suitable to retain South Australia’s sole casino licence, despite a lengthy record of governance failures and compliance breaches. The 541-...

Star Entertainment Seals Deal to Exit Brisbane Casino Operations

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August 12, 2025

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Star Entertainment Group has reached a binding agreement to sell its 50% interest in Brisbane’s $3.6 billion Queen’s Wharf development, paving the way for the company’s withdrawal from both ownership and manage...

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August 5, 2025

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Star Entertainment’s Queen’s Wharf Sale Collapses, Company Faces Financial Strain

Vanja Mitic

August 1, 2025

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Star Entertainment, the Australian casino operator, has suffered a significant setback with the failure of its deal to sell its 50% stake in the Queen’s Wharf Brisbane casino and hotel development. The agreemen...

Betr Elevates PointsBet Offer, Pressures MIXI in Escalating Bidding War

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July 31, 2025

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Australian wagering firm Betr Entertainment has intensified its efforts to acquire PointsBet, announcing an upgraded all-scrip offer that places a higher per-share value than the rival bid from MIXI Australia. ...

Star Entertainment Faces Major Setback with Queen’s Wharf Sale as Financial Struggles Continue

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July 30, 2025

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Star Entertainment Group, one of Australia’s leading casino operators, is facing a critical juncture as it battles significant financial pressures. The company’s deal to offload its stake in the Queen’s Wharf p...

Betfair Fined for Violating Australia’s Spam Laws and Failing VIP Customer Consent

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July 30, 2025

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Betfair Pty Limited, an Australian online betting exchange, has been ordered to pay a penalty of AU$871,660 after being found guilty of breaching Australia’s Spam Act. An investigation by the Australian Communi...

ReadyBet Sanctioned by ACMA Over Repeated Self Exclusion Violations

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July 24, 2025

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ReadyBet, a licensed wagering operator in Australia, has been formally sanctioned by the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) after the company was found to have repeatedly breached federal self...

PointsBet Board Dismisses Betr Bid, Supports MIXI’s Cash Offer Amid VIP Revenue Worries

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July 24, 2025

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Australian sportsbook operator PointsBet has once again declined a takeover proposal from rival Betr, pointing to concerns around the stability and risk profile of Betr’s revenue model. The company instead endo...

Victoria to Trial YourPlay Carded Gambling Across 43 Venues

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July 21, 2025

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The state of Victoria is set to launch a three-month pilot program introducing mandatory card-based gambling at 43 venues beginning in September. This initiative, part of the government’s wider strategy to curb...

Crown Resorts Being Considered to Operate Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Casino

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July 18, 2025

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The future of Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf casino could soon be in the hands of Crown Resorts, as Chow Tai Fook Enterprises (CTFE) and Far East Consortium (FEC) explore a change in operations amid their ongoing acq...

Aussie Millions Poker Series Set for Grand Comeback at Crown Melbourne in 2026

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July 18, 2025

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The highly anticipated return of the Aussie Millions poker tournament is officially on the horizon, with Crown Melbourne confirming the event’s comeback for the first time since 2020. Scheduled to take place fr...

Betr Launches Revised Offer in PointsBet Takeover Race

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July 17, 2025

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Betr Entertainment has intensified its pursuit of PointsBet Holdings, unveiling a revised all-share offer that values the bookmaker at up to AU$1.89 per share. The new proposal, announced on July 16, reignites ...

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Crown Melbourne Reprimanded by Regulator for Gambling Harm Failures

Regulator Fines BlueBet Over VIP Gambler Losses and Missed Red Flags

Review Clears SkyCity Adelaide to Retain Licence Under Strict Oversight

Star Entertainment Seals Deal to Exit Brisbane Casino Operations

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Star Entertainment’s Queen’s Wharf Sale Collapses, Company Faces Financial Strain

Betr Elevates PointsBet Offer, Pressures MIXI in Escalating Bidding War

Star Entertainment Faces Major Setback with Queen’s Wharf Sale as Financial Struggles Continue

Betfair Fined for Violating Australia’s Spam Laws and Failing VIP Customer Consent

ReadyBet Sanctioned by ACMA Over Repeated Self Exclusion Violations

PointsBet Board Dismisses Betr Bid, Supports MIXI’s Cash Offer Amid VIP Revenue Worries

Victoria to Trial YourPlay Carded Gambling Across 43 Venues

Crown Resorts Being Considered to Operate Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Casino

Aussie Millions Poker Series Set for Grand Comeback at Crown Melbourne in 2026

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