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PlayUp Interactive Fined Record $586,000 for Illegal Gambling Inducements

August 20, 2024

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Online betting operator PlayUp Interactive, trading under the name Draftstars, has been hit with a record-breaking fine of $586,000 for illegally offering inducements to gamble through 33 advertisements on its ...

Australia Institute Proposes 2% Gambling Levy to Replace Gambling Ad Revenue, Fund ABC

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August 20, 2024

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A recent study by the Australia Institute has proposed a small levy on gambling revenues to offset the potential loss of advertising income from a proposed ban on gambling ads. This levy, according to the repor...

Australia Enforces Credit Card Ban for Online Gambling

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August 19, 2024

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Much to the horror of thousands of Australian gamblers, the government officially passed a bill outlawing the use of credit cards for any form of online gambling activity, effective immediately. In Australia, t...

Gambling Ad Limits Stir Debate in Australian Politics

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August 13, 2024

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In the midst of internal discussions within the Labor caucus, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has cautioned that any missteps in implementing gambling advertisement restrictions could lead to "uninte...

Australasian Gaming Expo 2024 Set to Kick Off Next Week in Sydney

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August 9, 2024

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Set to commence next week, the Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE) 2024 promises to be a pivotal event for gaming professionals in Australia and New Zealand. Scheduled from August 13-15 at the ICC Sydney, this premi...

Surge in Online Gambling Marks Shift in Australian Trends

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August 3, 2024

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Recent data underscores a pivotal shift in gambling trends within Australia, with online gambling showing a marked increase. Studies conducted by The Australian National University (ANU) illuminate this evoluti...

Star Sydney Faces Prolonged Oversight as NICC Extends Special Manager’s Tenure

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August 2, 2024

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Star Sydney's ongoing regulatory challenges have taken a new turn, with the New South Wales Independent Casino Commission (NICC) deciding to extend the tenure of the casino's special manager. This decision come...

Aristocrat Gaming to Reveal Extensive Game Portfolio at AGE 2024

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July 23, 2024

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Aristocrat Gaming is gearing up to showcase its most extensive range of new game titles in years at the forthcoming Australasian Gaming Expo (AGE), scheduled to take place from August 13 to 15, 2024, at the Syd...

Star Entertainment Ceases Electronic Gaming Operations Over System Issues

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July 15, 2024

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Star Entertainment Group has temporarily shut down all electronic gaming machines (EGMs) and electronic table games (ETGs) at its casinos due to significant system performance issues. The announcement was made ...

NSW Launches Comprehensive Inquiry into Greyhound Racing Industry Amid Animal Welfare Concerns

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July 12, 2024

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An independent inquiry with "wide-ranging powers" is set to investigate the New South Wales greyhound racing industry following recent concerns about animal welfare within the sector. The inquiry will be led by...

New South Wales Enforces Stricter Gambling Regulations for Pubs and Clubs

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July 3, 2024

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Pubs and clubs in New South Wales (NSW) with gaming machines are now required to adhere to new measures aimed at fostering a culture of harm minimization, providing better support for individuals at risk of gam...

Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Casino and Entertainment Complex Set for Phased Opening Starting August 29

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July 1, 2024

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Seven years after the old Queensland government executive building was demolished, the Queen’s Wharf casino and entertainment complex is nearing its much-anticipated opening, albeit two years later than initial...

The Star Entertainment Group Appoints Former Crown CEO Steve McCann to Lead Company Overhaul

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June 26, 2024

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The Star Entertainment Group, facing critical decisions on its casino licenses in QLD and NSW, has chosen Steve McCann, former Crown Resorts chief, as its new CEO. This appointment underscores a pivotal moment ...

Star Entertainment Group Revises Full-Year Outlook Amid Economic Challenges

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June 24, 2024

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Star Entertainment Group has revised its full-year earnings and revenue expectations downward, citing challenging trading conditions and increased remediation costs. Revised financial projections: The com...

ACMA Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Offshore Gambling, Targets New Websites for Blocking in Australia

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June 21, 2024

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The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) has escalated its efforts to combat illegal online gambling by requesting that internet service providers (ISPs) block additional offshore gambling websi...

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PlayUp Interactive Fined Record $586,000 for Illegal Gambling Inducements

Australia Institute Proposes 2% Gambling Levy to Replace Gambling Ad Revenue, Fund ABC

Australia Enforces Credit Card Ban for Online Gambling

Gambling Ad Limits Stir Debate in Australian Politics

Australasian Gaming Expo 2024 Set to Kick Off Next Week in Sydney

Surge in Online Gambling Marks Shift in Australian Trends

Star Sydney Faces Prolonged Oversight as NICC Extends Special Manager’s Tenure

Aristocrat Gaming to Reveal Extensive Game Portfolio at AGE 2024

Star Entertainment Ceases Electronic Gaming Operations Over System Issues

NSW Launches Comprehensive Inquiry into Greyhound Racing Industry Amid Animal Welfare Concerns

New South Wales Enforces Stricter Gambling Regulations for Pubs and Clubs

Queen’s Wharf Brisbane Casino and Entertainment Complex Set for Phased Opening Starting August 29

The Star Entertainment Group Appoints Former Crown CEO Steve McCann to Lead Company Overhaul

Star Entertainment Group Revises Full-Year Outlook Amid Economic Challenges

ACMA Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Offshore Gambling, Targets New Websites for Blocking in Australia

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