Last mentioned: Mar 5, 2026
Federal Court Ruling
Justice Michael Lee finds Matthias Bekier and Paula Martin breached their corporate duties.
ASIC Lawsuit
The regulator initiates legal action against 11 former Star executives and directors.
NAB/UnionPay Deception
Star falsely claims China UnionPay cards are used for non-gambling purposes to maintain banking access.
Suncity Misconduct
Suspicious cash deliveries and CCTV evasion by junket staff occur at Star casinos.
The Federal Court of Australia has ruled that former Star Entertainment CEO Matthias Bekier and General Counsel Paula Martin breached their corporate duties by overseeing a 'dysfunctional' culture. The ruling centers on the failure to disclose criminal risks associated with the Suncity junket and misleading National Australia Bank regarding prohibited gambling transactions.
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| What you see | What it tells you |
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