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How Star’s new owners plan a major overhaul
Think of the new Star Entertainment properties as a cross between what they are today and ones that will more closely resemble monster-sized RSLs.
- Elizabeth Knight
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Albanese used captain’s call to avoid messy brawl over gambling ads
This was the fourth time the prime minister had blocked controversial policies to avoid rocking the boat as he prepared for the campaign.
- Paul Sakkal
Financial planner who gambled away $4.5m of family money jailed for seven years
A judge has lashed online betting agencies for actively feeding the 32-year-old’s addiction after he defrauded millions from his partner, cousins and close friends.
- Melissa Cunningham and Cameron Houston
Star casino gets smashed as gamblers flock to pubs and clubs
New pokies restrictions to prevent money-laundering have hit the casino operator hard as punters opt for cash-friendly alternatives.
- Colin Kruger
Kapow! Police officers disguised as Batman and Robin arrest men on Westminster Bridge
There was no bat signal, and London is no Gotham, but Batman and Robin still showed up on Westminster Bridge speeding through a throng of startled onlookers in the name of justice.
- Vivian Ho
Police disguised as Batman and Robin make arrest on Westminster Bridge
Two police officers donned Batman and Robin costumes to target illegal gambling in London.
Fallen Star: The inside story of how a casino was brought undone
Star was already on its knees when carded play was introduced to its Sydney casino, a measure that brought it completely undone.
- Harriet Alexander
Opportunity knocks for US hedge-fund backed casino group eyeing Star
Ailing casino operator Star’s latest suitor Bally’s has a chairman with a track record of targeting casino businesses in strife.
- Clancy Yeates
Star casino deal buys time but its future is still in doubt
The casino operator’s shares will remain suspended this week and the board has gained a few weeks to assure themselves that the company is a going concern.
- Colin Kruger
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- The Star Entertainment Group
Star fends off closure with last-minute deal
Star Entertainment has temporarily secured its future after selling its stake in the Queen’s Wharf casino and resort in Brisbane.
- Colin Kruger
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