The VCGLR has fined Crown Melbourne a maximum of AU$1m (US$777,305) for failing to comply with regulatory requirements in relation to junket operations.
The Commission assessed that Crown’s engagement with junket operators was not robust enough to consider the ongoing “probity of junket entities."
Once analysing the individuals involved and the process implemented by Crown, the Commission concluded that Crown’s operations did not meet the internal control statements approved by the Commission.
As well as the fine, the VCGLR has prohibited Crown from dealing with junket operators at the Melbourne casino, until the casino has improved its processes and procedures.
Chairman of the VCGLR, Ross Kennedy, said that while this is not the first time the Commission has taken disciplinary action against Crown, this is the first time Crown will be fined the maximum of AU$1m.