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Australian Casino Fined for Allowing 12-Year-Old to Gamble
CasinoAugust 20, 2020·1 min read

Australian Casino Fined for Allowing 12-Year-Old to Gamble


The Star casino in New South Wales has been fined $64,500 for allowing a 12-year-old girl to gamble on slot machines. The incident has raised concerns about casino security and the responsibilities of both parents and casino staff.

An unknown woman brought her 12-year-old daughter into The Star casino through a back entrance to avoid security. The woman allowed her daughter to make about 20 bets on a slot machine.

According to Australian laws, individuals under the age of 18 are strictly prohibited from entering gambling establishments. However, in this case, the casino is held responsible for the incident. In addition to the fine, the casino has been ordered to address security flaws. Local authorities have also expressed concern over the mother's actions in allowing and encouraging her young daughter to gamble.

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