04/09/26 Queensland Gambling Fund allocates US$13m to community groups The Gambling Community Benefit Fund channels gaming-derived revenue into local infrastructure, equipment and community programmes across the Australian state.
04/08/26 Australia’s gambling ad reforms to cut spending by just 0.8%, government analysis shows Impact report estimates a US$43.5m annual decline, as policymakers opt for partial restrictions over a full ad ban to limit industry disruption.
04/07/26 Free TV warns gambling ad reforms threaten the future of free-to-air television in Australia Australia’s commercial broadcasters face a significant financial impact due to the upcoming gambling advertising restrictions.
04/01/26 Australia’s new AML/CTF rules take effect, tightening oversight on gambling operators Casinos, pubs, clubs and bookmakers face stricter customer due diligence and heightened accountability for senior management.
03/31/26 The Star Sydney licence suspension extended The NSW Independent Casino Commission extended the appointment of the casino’s government-appointed manager.
03/30/26 The Star secures binding refinancing commitment with WhiteHawk Capital Partners The Star Entertainment Group has securied up to US$390m in funding.
03/26/26 Novomatic chair Wimmer joins Ainsworth Game Technology board Wimmer will be treated as a non-independent director.
03/25/26 Crown Sydney CEO steps down Stanford Le has decided to step down from his role at Crown Sydney and return to the United States.
