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Victoria Gambling Regulator Fines Peninsula Club Over Underage Gambling

March 3, 2025

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The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) has imposed a $7,000 fine on the Peninsula Club in Dromana after it was found to have violated underage gambling regulations. The venue, operated by ...

Star Entertainment Shares Plunge as Company Seeks $650 Million Rescue Amid Financial Woes

Vanja Mitic

February 28, 2025

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Star Entertainment Group Ltd. has witnessed a significant downturn, with its shares tumbling over 15% after trading resumed following a brief halt. The company, ensnared in grave financial difficulties, is acti...

Iris Capital Moves to Acquire Reef Casino Trust in $130M Takeover Bid

Vanja Mitic

February 27, 2025

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In a bold move to expand its footprint in the Australian casino and hospitality sector, Iris Capital, led by Sam Arnaout, has proposed a significant acquisition of the Reef Casino Trust. This initiative is part...

PointsBet Board Supports AU$353M Mixi Takeover as BlueBet Challenges

Johnny K.

February 27, 2025

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PointsBet has received two competing takeover offers, with its board unanimously backing an AU$353 million all-cash bid from Japanese digital entertainment company Mixi. Meanwhile, Australian-based bookmaker Bl...

Turbulence at Entain: Key Executives Exit Amid Legal Challenges

Vanja Mitic

February 20, 2025

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At a critical juncture for one of Australia’s gambling powerhouses, Entain, the departure of several top executives has coincided with intense legal scrutiny from national regulators. Lachlan Fitt, the Deputy C...

Network Ten Breaches Gambling Ad Rules During Australian F1 Grand Prix

Vanja Mitic

February 19, 2025

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Network Ten, an Australian television broadcaster, has recently come under scrutiny after it was discovered that gambling advertisements were improperly aired during the broadcast of the 2024 Australian Formula...

Star Entertainment Reviews $650M Proposal from Oaktree Capital

Johnny K.

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

Johnny K.

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

Johnny K.

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

Vanja Mitic

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

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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

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...

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Victoria Gambling Regulator Fines Peninsula Club Over Underage Gambling

Star Entertainment Shares Plunge as Company Seeks $650 Million Rescue Amid Financial Woes

Iris Capital Moves to Acquire Reef Casino Trust in $130M Takeover Bid

PointsBet Board Supports AU$353M Mixi Takeover as BlueBet Challenges

Turbulence at Entain: Key Executives Exit Amid Legal Challenges

Network Ten Breaches Gambling Ad Rules During Australian F1 Grand Prix

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

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