Queensland’s Premier is potentially extending an olive branch to embattled Australian gaming operator The Star, but also stating that the operator had not kept its promises to the state.

The Star isn’t shining quite as bright as it used to. The group now says that its ability to continue is a going concern, as it struggles to draw in more capital from investors, unlock a new tranche of loans, and pray for government tax rebates. Meanwhile, in Macau, Chinese New Year is again set to bring a wave of tourists, however, hotel room rates are expected to fall when compared to previous Golden Weeks. But for the whole of 2025, GGR in the world’s gambling hub is set to increase, with analysts expecting a moderate single-digit rise driven by mass.

The Hong Kong-listed partners of embattled Australian gaming group The Star are in Queensland to discuss the future of their joint venture in Queen’s Wharf Brisbane, as the company struggles to secure a financial lifeline.

Embattled Australian casino operator The Star has acknowledged that ‘there remains material uncertainty as to the Group's ability to continue as a going concern’.

Embattled Australian gaming group The Star has again gone hat in hand to the governments of New South Wales and Queensland to request tax relief as it struggles to stay afloat amongst a cash crisis.

The Macau-based investor who recently upped their stake in Australia’s The Star Entertainment Group has further increased their shareholding, now gaining 6.52 percent of the voting power of the company.

Australia’s The Star Entertainment Group has announced that a Macau-based investor has increased their stake in the company so that they now hold 5.52 percent of voting rights.

Star Entertainment may face voluntary administration within months, as lenders doubt the company's ability to secure a lifeline investor, according to the Australian Financial Review.

Australia’s The Star Entertainment Group has seen a significant reduction in its available cash, dropping to AU$70 million ($43.56 million) as of December 31st, 2024.

The Star Entertainment Group has announced the appointment of a new Group Chief Financial Officer, Frank Krile.