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Ainsworth appoints Ryan Comstock as CEO following acting tenure

Board confirms leadership transition as takeover activity reshapes share register.

1 min read • May 11 • By Keih Ma

AUSTRAC launches enforcement investigation into Tabcorp AML compliance

Australia's financial crime regulator has launched an enforcement investigation into Tabcorp, citing serious concerns about the operator's ability to manage money laundering and terrorism financing risks.

1 min read • May 8 • By Jack Found

Legal & Regulatory Land Based + 1 more

NSW inspectors visit 335 venues to check gaming reform compliance

Campaign finds 95% of frontline staff demonstrate strong understanding of harm minimisation duties.

1 min read • May 8 • By Keih Ma

Financial Land Based + 1 more

The Star secures US$390m refinancing deal with WhiteHawk Capital

Three-year facility to replace AU$400m syndicated agreement and boost liquidity.

1 min read • May 7 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 2 more

ACMA probes streamer over trading card pack openings

The common format of opening trading card packs on stream may contravene the Interactive Gambling Act 2001.

2 min read • May 6 • By Megan Elswyth

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 2 more

ACMA finds Ladbrokes and Neds breached national self-exclusion rules

Entain enters 18-month court-enforceable undertaking after more than 500 contraventions.

1 min read • May 6 • By Keih Ma

Financial Land Based + 2 more

Ainsworth confirms close of Kjerulf Ainsworth’s proportional takeover bid

Voting power remains at 8.24% following expiry of 5.5% off-market offer.

1 min read • May 5 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 2 more

ACMA issues formal warning to eight online gambling companies, including NovaForge

An investigation found that the companies were facilitating illegal gambling for Australian citizens.

1 min read • Apr 29 • By Megan Elswyth

Land Based Horseracing + 1 more

Australian Turf Club signs multi-year waste services partnership with URM

Deal covers flagship racedays and daily operations across five Sydney venues.

1 min read • Apr 29 • By Keih Ma

Land Based Casino + 8 more

Global Gaming Awards Asia-Pacific 2026: Full Shortlist Revealed

The full Shortlist for the Global Gaming Awards Asia-Pacific 2026 has now been revealed, recognising the standout companies and individuals shaping one of the most dynamic regions in global gaming.

2 min read • Apr 27 • By Mariya Savova