The threat of a massive AUSTRAC fine is complicated by the fact that Star agreed to a $300 million takeover offer from US-based Bally’s Corp and billionaire Bruce Mathieson in April. The agency is pushing for a $400 million fine, which would be slightly less than the $450 million fellow operator Blackcoin Crown Resorts paid in 2023 for similar violations. Star, which has been on the brink of collapse for nearly two years, has said that even a $100 million penalty could imperil its future. Initially charged with 289 criminal counts, Chau received the conviction although a judge acquitted him on infractions pertaining to money laundering.
There are over 50 LCD TVs and a 34 square metre LED screen, which means you’ll never miss any of the action. The Sovereign Room has been upgraded and now includes four additional private gaming rooms and extra dining and loungeclarification needed amenities. Another recent upgrade is the addition of a new "ultra exclusive" area directly above the Sovereign Room called the Chairmans Lounge. This is accessed by invitation only, and there are currently fewer than 500 Diamond Card Members that are entitled to use the Chairmans Lounge. Recent rebuilding works have added extra gaming areas for the main gaming floor with the addition of the Oasis Lounge and the 36 Degrees Bar although these new areas have not increased the number of tables or machines available in total.