Crown Resorts Retains Melbourne Casino License Post-Reforms and Hefty Fine

March 27, 2024
Crown Resorts Retains Melbourne Casino License Post-Reforms and Hefty Fine
  • The Victorian Gambling and Casino Control Commission has approved Crown Resorts' continued operation of the Melbourne casino.

  • Crown Resorts, now under Blackstone ownership, was previously fined $250m for involvement in money laundering and terrorism facilitation.

  • The commission's approval follows significant reforms by Crown Resorts to address past issues.

  • Continued operation is conditional, with the commission reserving the right to take future action against Crown Resorts.

  • A special manager's report monitoring Crown's conduct will be made available to the public.

  • The Victorian government is introducing new reforms, such as tying electronic gaming machines to players' identities, to prevent future misconduct.

  • The commission warns that any backslide into previous wrongful practices by Crown will lead to legal consequences.

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