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The Star appoints Dave Whimpey COO and Interim CEO of Brisbane

Appointment comes amid wider leadership changes across the group and is subject to regulatory approvals.

1 min read • Mar 9 • By Shaan Khan

SkyCity faces proposed class action over online gaming operations

Proceedings seek to test the lawfulness of offshore online gaming activities conducted by a Malta-licensed third party on behalf of the operator.

1 min read • Mar 6 • By Shaan Khan

Financial Land Based + 7 more

Rob Wood exclusive: UK restrictions an 'opportunity' larger operators will seize

In his last results day with Entain, the CFO and Deputy CEO also reflects on 13 years with the organisation, growth in Georgia and New Zealand – and digital marketing in Spain.

4 min read • Mar 5 • By Tim Poole

Legal & Regulatory Financial + 1 more

AUSTRAC issues guidance on new compulsory examination powers

Regulator outlines how section 172A notices will be used under expanded AML/CTF reforms.

1 min read • Mar 5 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

ACMA issues formal warning to Winners Bookmaking

Operator failed to close an excluded customer’s account for 20 days, investigation finds.

2 min read • Mar 5 • By Keih Ma

Responsible Gambling Legal & Regulatory + 3 more

Australia: NSW regulator targets influencer gambling promotions

Liquor & Gaming NSW warns operators they remain responsible for all online marketing content.

1 min read • Mar 3 • By Keih Ma

Land Based Appointments + 1 more

The Star Sydney appoints industry veteran John Koster as incoming CEO

Leadership change follows ongoing restructuring and ownership transition at The Star Entertainment Group.

1 min read • Mar 3 • By Keih Ma

Financial Land Based + 2 more

Ainsworth Chairman cites tariffs as 2025 revenue rises 10%

The supplier recorded a $43.1m non-cash goodwill impairment tied to its North American cash generating unit. It also expanded its Western Alliance Bancorporation loan facility to US$75m in June 2025.

2 min read • Mar 2 • By Shaan Khan

Financial Land Based + 4 more

The Star posts H1 FY26 loss as revenue falls 10% amid restructuring

Group normalised revenue reaches $584.9m as trading conditions remain weak.

2 min read • Mar 2 • By Keih Ma

Legal & Regulatory Casino + 1 more

ACMA issues six formal warnings to offshore gambling operators

The actions follow investigations that found casino-style and in-play betting services were accessible to Australians without required state or territory licenses

1 min read • Feb 27 • By Milagros del Priore