09/05/22 Australians lost over US$7.74bn on poker machines in 2021 A study by the Gambling and Social Determinants Unit at Monash University revealed Australians lost over AU$11.4bn on slots.
09/02/22 ILGA appoints independent expert to oversee Star Sydney Wexted Advisors has been appointed by the regulator to observe and monitor The Star’s internal procedures and operations.
09/02/22 Some observers say Star inquiry should scrutinise Queensland casino regulator Some say the inquiry into the Star Entertainment Group should also have examined the state’s casino regulator.
09/02/22 VGCC starts third disciplinary process against Crown Melbourne Crown Melbourne has been sanctioned by the Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission (VGCCC) for its bank and blank cheques practices.
09/01/22 Sale of IPI assets still pending court approval The CNMI Court still needs to approve the assets that will be put up for sale.
08/31/22 Queensland refuses to extend Star inquiry to other casinos Attorney-general Shannon Fentiman has noted that the inquiry is already broader than the Bell inquiry, which looked into the Star Entertainment in New South Wales.
08/31/22 Aquis Entertainment posts net revenue of US$12.2m for FY22 Aquis Entertainment’s net revenue grew by AU$17.8m (US$12.2m) in the year ended June 30.
08/30/22 Philip Crawford named to lead the NSW Independent Casino Commission Philip Crawford has been appointed as chief commissioner of the NSW Independent Casino Commission.
08/29/22 71% of Australians agree that TV gambling ads should be banned The Australia Institute has carried out a survey on whether television advertising for certain products should be allowed.
08/29/22 Queensland urged to extend Star inquiry to other casinos The Queensland Government is investigating “serious” allegations about junket operations at The Ville Casino and Resort.
08/26/22 Australia’s Northern Territory plans to regulate crypto gambling The Northern Territory Racing Commission has opened a public consultation on the use of cryptocurrencies as a payment and betting option.
