Summary:
The Ville Resort Casino in Australia has been accused of breaking casino laws. The casino, which is owned by billionaire businessman Chris Morris, is accused of breaching two sections of the Casino Control Act by paying an illegal junket operator to attract high rollers to the venue. Cash and loyalty points were used to pay the operator.
The Ville Resort Casino in Townsville, Australia has been charged with breaking casino laws.
The casino, which is owned by billionaire businessman Chris Morris, is accused of breaching two sections of the Casino Control Act by paying an illegal junket operator to attract high rollers to the venue. Cash and loyalty points were used to pay the operator.
There were factual errors in the initial report by 60 Minutes, according to The Ville. The matter will be heard at the court in January.
The investigation has found that the Reef Hotel Casino paid a junket tour operator to bring patrons to the venue.
Lawrence Fu, a high roller, was paid a percentage of the casino’s profits from patrons he brought to the venue. The fine was caused by the agreement not having written approval from the state gaming minister.
Penalties under the state’s casino legislation are currently being reviewed by the Office of Liquor and Gambling Regulation. New reforms require casinos to cooperate with the regulators. They are expected to come into effect in the new year.