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

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

Vanja Mitic

February 3, 2025

Australia, Casino News, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, Casino Destinations, World Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Taxation, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation

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

Vanja Mitic

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

Vanja Mitic

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

Vanja Mitic

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

Johnny K.

January 18, 2025

Australia, Latest Casino and Gambling News, World Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Economy/Finance, Oceania Casino News

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

Vanja Mitic

January 16, 2025

Australia, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Industry News, Mobile gaming, Online Gambling News, Fines, Lawsuits & Litigation, Financial Press Releases

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

Johnny K.

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

Johnny K.

December 23, 2024

Latest Casino and Gambling News, Australia, World Casino News, Gaming Industry News, Economy/Finance, Oceania Casino News, Mergers, Acquisitions & Partnerships

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

Vanja Mitic

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

Johnny K.

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...

Australian Authorities File Legal Action Against Entain Over AML Failures

Vanja Mitic

December 16, 2024

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Australian authorities have initiated legal proceedings against Entain, the global gambling operator behind brands like Ladbrokes and Coral, over alleged non-compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) and coun...

NSW Intensifies Efforts to Keep Minors Out of Casinos During Holiday Season

Johnny K.

December 16, 2024

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Liquor & Gaming New South Wales (L&GNSW) has launched a dedicated compliance initiative to prevent minors from accessing casinos, gambling, or consuming alcohol in the Australian state during the busy h...

Calls for Snapchat to Remove Sportsbet Ads Over Gambling Risks

Johnny K.

December 11, 2024

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Australian politicians have called for the immediate removal of Sportsbet advertisements from Snapchat, expressing concerns about their potential influence on young people. These ads, featuring interactive filt...

New Legislation Solidifies TAB NZ Monopoly to Support Racing Industry; New Zealand To Ban Greyhound Racing

Johnny K.

December 10, 2024

Greyhound Racing, Latest Casino and Gambling News, Gaming Law & Legislation, World Casino News, Gaming Industry News, New Zealand, Horse Racing, Sports betting, Oceania Casino News

In addition to a new bill that will see greyhound racing banned in the country, New Zealand’s government has introduced a significant legislative change to secure the future of its racing industry. The proposed...

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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

Australian Authorities File Legal Action Against Entain Over AML Failures

NSW Intensifies Efforts to Keep Minors Out of Casinos During Holiday Season

Calls for Snapchat to Remove Sportsbet Ads Over Gambling Risks

New Legislation Solidifies TAB NZ Monopoly to Support Racing Industry; New Zealand To Ban Greyhound Racing

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