08/24/21 New Zealand extends “Level 4” lockdown until August 27 The government of New Zealand has announced Covid-19 countermeasures will remain in place until August 27. However, in Auckland restrictions will last until August 31.
08/23/21 Steve McCann to replace Xavier Walsh as Crown Melbourne CEO Steve McCann, who was appointed as the new CEO and managing director of Crown Resorts in June, will replace Xavier Walsh as Crown Melbourne’s CEO.
08/23/21 Operators urge changes to N. Mariana islands e-gaming licence fee MP Holdings says it has been forced to close one of its venues, resulting in the layoff of 30 employees due to the e-gaming licence fee.
08/20/21 Star CEO still interested in merger with Crown Resorts Despite Star Entertainment Group withdrawing its offer for Crown Resorts, its CEO has said he is still interested in a takeover deal.
08/20/21 Crown’s special treatment for high rollers led to big losses John Alexander, former Crown Resorts chief executive, said the casino operator used private jets and luxury yachts to attract high rollers. However, the approach resulted in big losses.
08/19/21 NSW to create a new casino regulator following Crown inquiry Authorities in New South Wales are planning to create a new Independent Casino Commission following recommendations made by commissioner Patricia Bergin’s inquiry.
08/19/21 SkyCity Auckland linked with Covid-19 case Auckland Regional Public Health has reported that a guest who visited SkyCity Auckland has tested positive for Covid-19.
08/19/21 Tabcorp revenue up 8.8% for FY21 Tabcorp has reported profits in lottery and keno and improved performance from its wagering and media arm.
08/19/21 Star Entertainment posts revenue of AU$1.56bn for FY21 Star Entertainment Group has reported normalised group revenue of AU$1.56bn while its net debt was reduced by AU$211m for the fiscal year ending June 30.
08/19/21 Australia: NSW to analyse impact of 2018 gaming machine reforms Authorities in New South Wales have announced they are seeking community feedback on the impact of the 2018 reforms that limited the number of gaming machines in the state.
08/17/21 IPI sued for failing to pay rent on warehouse Imperial Pacific faces another lawsuit as the South Pacific Lumber Company sues for unpaid rent dating back to March 2020.
08/17/21 Victoria extends Covid-19 lockdown Authorities in Victoria have extended current restrictions for two weeks.
08/16/21 Tabcorp plans AI boost for sports wagering offerings Tabcorp will use artificial intelligence to offer more sports wagering operations to customers.
08/16/21 Tasmania introduces loss limits on pokie loyalty programmes The Tasmania Liquor and Gaming Commission will now require members of pokie loyalty programmes at land-based casinos to set annual loss limits.
08/13/21 Australian gambling companies now support credit card ban Australian‑licensed wagering providers who previously criticised a proposal to ban credit card gambling now support the measure.
