The NSW casino regulator has conceded pulling Star Entertainment’s licence to operate in Sydney would have resulted in the collapse of the entire company, allowing it to keep operating with a minor penalty instead.
But Philip Crawford, the Independent Casino Commissioner, said he was optimistic that the company – which also operates in Brisbane and the Gold Coast – would repair its cultural shortcomings under the leadership of its new chief executive, former Lendlease boss Steve McCann.
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Zoe Samios covers wagering and the business of sport from the AFR's Sydney newsroom. She was previously the media and telecommunications reporter for The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, and covered media at The Australian. Connect with Zoe on Twitter. Email Zoe at zoe.samios@afr.com
Anthony Macdonald is a Chanticleer columnist. He is a former Street Talk co-editor and has 10 years' experience as a business journalist and worked at PwC, auditing and advising financial services companies. Connect with Anthony on Twitter. Email Anthony at a.macdonald@afr.com
