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defining what constitutes a “good” sponsor is complex, writes Mitchell Johnson.

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JOHNSON: Teams need sponsors to thrive but at what cost?

It would certainly be appealing to have a cleaner, more positive image with sponsors, but defining what constitutes a “good” sponsor is complex, writes Mitchell Johnson.

Mitchell Johnson

Entain, which owns betting company Ladbrokes, is being sued by Australia's financial watchdog. (James Ross/AAP PHOTOS)

CrimePremiumAUSTRAC sues betting giant over money laundering rules

Australia's financial crime regulator has commenced legal proceedings against Entain, the British sports betting group behind brands Ladbrokes and Neds.

Anna Wise

Crown employs more than 20,000 people across its operations and there are about 5000 people working at Crown Perth’s hospitality and gambling complex in WA. 

EconomyCommentsGame over as Crown Resorts cuts 1000 jobs across country

Crown Resorts will slash up to 1000 jobs from its Sydney, Melbourne and Perth operations citing reduced foreign tourism and a sharp decline in local workers. 

Simone Grogan

Former TAB CEO Adam Rytenskild. (Photo by Jonathan DiMaggio/Getty Images for VRC)

WageringPremiumTabcorp CEO exit linked to ‘alleged sexual favour’ comments

Adam Rytenskild is said to have told staff he would perform a sexual act on a female gaming regulator if the wagering group won an important licence.

Sean Smith

Crown Resorts chief executive Ciaran Carruthers.

Waiting gameCommentsPremiumWA regulator ‘monitoring’ Crown Resorts CEO probe

A whistleblower has alleged Ciaran Carruthers intervened to allow patrons back into Melbourne casino after they were ejected.

Sean Smith

Michael Schaper has quit less than 10 months into his role as the new independent chair of WA’s gambling regulator.

Sudden resignationCommentsPremiumGaming and Wagering Commission chair quits two years early

The new independent chair of WA’s gambling regulator has quit less than 10 months after being appointed to a three-year role in response to the scandals uncovered by the Perth Casino Royal Commission.

Rebecca Le May

VGW founder Laurence Escalante.

Gaming payout PremiumEscalante’s Virtual Gaming Worlds hits revenue jackpot

Perth tech unicorn headed by rich lister Laurence Escalante reports 40 per cent surge in revenue to $4.8 billion.

Matt Mckenzie

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Putting on the ritzCommentsPremium
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Summer show blitz marks Crown Casino brand revamp 

Crown Resorts will usher in a new era when it launches a reinvigorated brand to position itself as the leading provider of bespoke experiences and entertainment in the tourism sector.

The West Australian

Australians will be able to voluntarily give themselves a lifetime ban from online gambling with a new register launching in August. 

BetStopCommentsPremiumOnline gamblers will be able to ban themselves for life

Australians will be able to voluntarily give themselves a lifetime ban from online gambling with a new national exclusion register launching in August.

Katina Curtis

The study, from the Australian Gambling Research Centre, has found that three-quarters of Australian adults have gambled at lest once over the past 12 months.

Alarming figuresCommentsPremiumShocking data reveals scope of Australia’s gambling problem

Research into Australia’s love affair with gambling has found three-quarters of adults have taken a punt at least once in the past year, with half of those also classified as being at risk of gambling harm.

Emily Moulton

The Virtual Gaming World logo on Ferrari's F1 team and car as part of a multi-year sponsorship deal.

Premium packagePremiumEscalante’s VGW feels need for speed with Ferrari F1 deal

WA social gaming billionaire Laurence Escalante has parlayed his penchant for fast cars into a multimillion-dollar sponsorship with the biggest name in motorsport.

Sean Smith

The WNBL is on red alert after matches were targeted by illegal betting rings.

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
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Red Alert: Global gambling rings target Aussie basketball

International betting syndicates have honed in on Australian basketball with professional punters evicted from stadiums after being caught breaching gambling laws.

Craig O'Donoghue

VGW founder Laurence Escalante.

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
Paying upPremium
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VGW in $US11.75m settlement of ‘illegal gambling’ lawsuit

The hugely-profitable, WA-founded social gaming group has denied any wrongdoing, saying the settlement avoids the uncertainty of a trial and hefty legal costs.

Sean Smith

One of Virtual Gaming Worlds’ online games.

The West Australian exclusive
The West Australian exclusive
Gaming windfall
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VGW eyes buyback as record profit looms

The social gaming group has flagged a $550m-plus annual profit after revenue surged through $3 billion.

Sean Smith

Ciaran Carruthers at Crown Melbourne on Tuesday.

Tarnished reputation PremiumCrown Resorts boss says culture fix his major priority

Former Macau resorts chief Ciarán Carruthers took the reins of the tarnished gaming business on Monday with a focus on repairing its reputation.

Sean Smith

Former Australian quick Mitchell Johnson has quit the ABC over a gambling clause.

You bet I’m out PremiumJohnson quits ABC commentary gig over gambling conflict

Former Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson has quit his commentary role with the ABC just days out from a home ODI series because they wouldn’t allow him to work simultaneously for a gambling company. 

Jackson Barrett

WA Premier Mark McGowan.

‘Competitive process’CommentsPremium‘Multiple bidders’: TAB short odds to be sold by end of 2022

The long-awaited sale of the WA TAB has attracted at least two bidders with a deal expected to be finalised by the end of the year. Here’s how much the State Government-owned wagering business could fetch.

Josh Zimmerman

Michael Connolly.

Casino Royal CommissionPremiumWA casino chief denies ‘junket favour for mates’

The tangled web weaved by WA’s former top casino officer and his Crown Perth mates has been further exposed, with evidence he loosened rules at a time he was planning a trip with his buddies.

Tim Clarke

WA Gambling and Wagering Commission chairman Duncan Ord admitted his organisation was ‘too trusting’ of Crown Perth.

Casino Royal CommissionCommentsPremiumWA gambling watchdog boss forced into awkward admission

The former head of WA’s gambling regulator was called back to the royal commission today to talk about allegations Crown Perth could have been used for massive money laundering.

Tim Clarke

Paul Hulme was a member of the cosy Crown Perth fishing crew.

Crude jokesPremiumInside the blokey banter of Crown Perth fishing crew

Another member of the cosy Crown Perth fishing crew – which comprised senior casino managers and the government’s Chief Casino Officer – has been quizzed about their close relationship.

Tim Clarke

File pictures from Crown Perth.

Will he, won’t he?PremiumRelease of casino probe findings ‘in Premier’s hands’

The Perth Casino Royal Commission has submitted its interim report to the government but says it is now up to Premier Mark McGowan if and when he releases it.

Tim Clarke

Chris Brown leaving court.

Hunt for $126mPremiumBetting whiz kid’s phone at centre of non-compliance

Besieged betting scheme promoter Chris Brown has not complied with court orders requiring him to give his electronic devices and business records to receivers seeking $126 million for creditors.

Neale Prior

Katie Hodson-Thomas arrives to give evidence at the Perth Casino Royal Commission.

‘I believed them’PremiumCrown Perth ‘sanitised response’ to laundering claims

Gaming and Wagering Commission member Katie Hodson-Thomas says the regulator ‘should have done more’ after allegations of massive money laundering on Crown Perth’s gaming floor surfaced in 2019.

Tim Clarke

Mick Connolly gives evidence at the Perth Casino Royal Commission.

Conflict probedPremiumChief casino officer sold boat to Crown Perth mate

The state’s former chief casino officer — one of the most senior people tasked with keeping tabs on Crown Casino and its staff — sold a boat to one of those staff for $13,000, it has been revealed.

Tim Clarke