The casino licence suspension has been put back to allow consideration of remediation action.
Australia.- The Queensland government has deferred the suspension of The Star Gold Coast’s casino licence until September 30 to allow consideration of its remediation action. The appointment of the caino’s special manager has been extended to the same date.
Steve McCann Group CEO and managing director commented: “We appreciate the Crisafulli Government’s decision to defer the suspension of the Gold Coast Licence to 30 September 2025 and note the comments made by the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice and Integrity in her press release.
The Star recognises the importance of continuing to deliver on its commitments under the remediation
plan and returning to suitability.”
“The Star recognises the importance of continuing to deliver on its commitments under the remediation plan and returning to suitability.”
Deb Frecklington, attorney-general and minister for justice and minister for integrity, said: “The government has made it clear that our expectations have not changed and The Star must progress its remediation. Based on the advice of the special manager we are satisfied The Star has been continuing to make positive progress under the agreement.
“The extension will provide The Star with additional time to deliver on its outstanding commitments while keeping its doors open. “This deferral does not prevent us from taking immediate action should The Star fail to meet its remediation obligations.”
Meanwhile, in New South Wales, special advisor Nick Weeks will continue to have oversight of The Star Sydney casino operations until September 30. NICC chief commissioner, Philip Crawford said submissions demonstrated steady improvements in The Star’s remediation, but uncertainty around The Star’s financial situation meant that progress was slow.
Crawford said: “We welcome progress in The Star’s remediation efforts and are confident the company is moving in the right direction with its remediation plans. The next six months is a critical phase for The Star as it will need to show further progress with its remediation activities whilst also stabilising its finances.”
McCann commented: “We appreciate the comments made by the NICC in respect of the company’s progress in respect of its remediation plan and note the NICC’s decision to continue the licence suspension of The Star Sydney and reassess The Star Sydney’s suitability to regain its casino licence in September 2025.
