Overview

• The planned 90-day suspension of The Star Gold Coast licence has been pushed to September 30, 2026, with the government retaining the option to act immediately if remediation falters.
• Special manager Nicholas Weeks will remain in place for the extended period to oversee reforms spanning culture, safer gambling, risk management and financial crime controls.
• Weeks reported steady improvements, though progress has been slower than expected due to financial challenges and uncertainty facing the company.
• The Gold Coast casino continues operating under a suspended licence with oversight as NSW keeps The Star Sydney licence suspended and extends its special manager to March 31, 2026.
• Star has sold interests in Brisbane’s Queen’s Wharf to partners and agreed to a $300 million funding package from Bally’s and Bruce Mathieson pending approvals, with CEO Steve McCann reaffirming commitment to the Remediation Plan.