Senator pushes for gambling industry influence inquiry
David Pocock is critical of the government for not acting on a landmark report recommending banning gambling ads, linking it to industry lobbying efforts.
David Pocock is critical of the government for not acting on a landmark report recommending banning gambling ads, linking it to industry lobbying efforts.
Independent crossbenchers will leverage their votes in a minority government to force action on banning betting advertising after Labor failed to act.
As the future of Star Entertainment hangs in the balance, a prominent union says it isn't just casino workers who would be hit by its collapse.
Shares are down seven per cent at Star after the embattled casino company warned of "material uncertainty" about its ability to continue.
A woman was banned from a casino after spending more than half her income on gambling, but she argued her multi-million dollar inheritance gave her the means.
As the shares of embattled casino operator Star Entertainment fall to an all-time low, a state government has ruled out giving it a financial lifeline.
Star Entertainment says it had just $79 million in cash left at December 31, after burning through $107 million over the previous three months.
Labor has chalked up a last-minute legislative victory, with the Greens backing its housing scheme, as several MPs bid Canberra farewell.
One lucky Australian may become $100 million richer with the sixth-largest jackpot in lottery history up for grabs in the latest Powerball draw.
The leaders charged with turning around the fortunes of troubled casino operator Star have given shareholders a frank assessment of the difficulties ahead.
The NSW Independent Casino Commission has hit The Star with a $15 million fine after a second probe revealed a series of breaches at its Sydney operation.
Crown Melbourne has been fined $2 million over self-exclusion breaches but the regulator has accepted the failures weren't deliberate or reckless.
One in three parents are worried about their teens gambling, with children aged under 10 among those treated for related health problems.
Those calling for reform are wondering if Labor will roll the dice and attempt a crack down on gambling advertising with the federal election looming.
Star Entertainment has written down the value of its three casinos by $1.4 billion as its new CEO plots a path to turn around the fortunes of the company.
The value of Star Entertainment has plummeted on the ASX after $500 million dollars was slashed from the casino giant's worth as its shares were unfrozen
As reports emerged about how a gambling ad crackdown may work, Communications Minister Michelle Rowland says the reforms need to be right the first time.
A man has pleaded guilty after stealing more than $64,000 raised for the heartbroken family of an alleged murder victim to recoup his gambling losses.
The Star Casino has been given 14 days to explain why it shouldn't face disciplinary action after a scandalous report found it wasn't fit to hold a licence.
Australians have the highest gambling losses in the world and those numbers are tracking higher, adding fuel to the argument to ban all ads.
A chief executive has been named for troubled operator Star Entertainment's Gold Coast casino as it battles for fresh financing for its new Brisbane project.
Queensland's Deputy Premier says a hard line will be taken with Star Entertainment to pay its taxes but talks are ongoing to provide relief for Queen's Wharf.
Independent Senator David Pocock has renewed calls for urgent legislation to ban generative AI in election material.
Troubled casino operator Star Entertainment is seeking tax relief from the Queensland government as it battles to keep a $3.6 billion project open in Brisbane.
Star Entertainment's financial woes have fuelled concerns for the future of thousands of casino jobs.
Star Entertainment is battling financial woes and uncertainty over the future of its Sydney licence after a fresh inquiry highlighted a litany of failures.
An eight year wait is finally over with the Brisbane's $3.6 billion Queen's Wharf entertainment precinct finally starting a staged opening.
Anthony Albanese is vowing to reform gambling ads but one disgruntled Labor backbencher says anything short of a complete gambling ad ban is 'disgusting'.
A Labor minister and a Liberal backbencher have called for a complete ban on gambling advertising as the government remains tight-lipped on its policy.
Constant exposure to advertising is changing Australians' relationship with sport and a former addict has called for a total ban on gambling ads.
Commercial television networks struggling with revenue will face further financial pain if all gambling advertising is banned, free-to-air channels say.