Star admits it wasn't fit to hold licence for Sydney casino - but says it is now

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Star admits it wasn't fit to hold licence for Sydney casino - but says it is now
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Star admits it had 'significant deficiencies and failings' as a casino operator but it should keep its gaming licence for its Sydney casino as the managers involved in misconduct have all stepped down.

Star Entertainment accepts there have been "significant deficiencies and failings" at its Sydney casino but says it should be allowed to keep its gaming licence.Star says it's fit to hold a casino licence because managers involved in misconduct have stepped downToday the Queensland government announcement an inquiry into Star's Brisbane and Gold Coast gaming licencesmoney laundering, fraud and criminal infiltration at the Star Casino in Pyrmont.

"The Star accepts that the evidence before the review permits findings of significant deficiencies and failings," Kate Richardson SC said."The Star respectfully submits that the review should conclude that it is presently suitable to hold the casino licence."including CEO Matt Bekier, chief financial officer Harry Theodore and chief casino officer Greg Hawkins.

"While it is accepted that parting ways is not enough, the fact those managers are no longer with the business is highly relevant.

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