Regulatory review into SkyCity Adelaide put on hold pending outcome of AUSTRAC investigation

Tuesday, February 7, 2023 3:33 PM
  • Ben Blaschke , Inside Asian Gaming

A review into the suitability of SkyCity Adelaide to retain its South Australian casino license has been put on hold pending the outcome of civil penalty proceedings filed against SkyCity by Australian anti-money laundering watchdog AUSTRAC.

South Australian Liquor and Gambling Commissioner Dini Soulio revealed the delay on Monday, despite revealing he has received some preliminary materials from retired Supreme Court Judge the Hon Brian Martin AO KC, who is conducting the review.

“While Mr Martin’s investigation has been separate from the proceedings initiated by AUSTRAC in the Federal Court Against SkyCity, there is clearly some overlap that will need to be considered,” Soulio said.