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SkyCity
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SkyCity Adelaide
Company typeenum
Public
Founded yearint
1985
Operating statusenum
Operating
Ownership categoryenum
Headcount rangeband
1,001–5,000
akta.pro rankint
HeadquartersAdelaide, Australia
HQ citystring
Adelaide
HQ countrystring
Australia
HQ regionstring
Oceania
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
casino gaming operations, hotel accommodation services, restaurant and bar venues, live entertainment events, loyalty rewards program
Industry3 codes
1Integrated Casino Resorts
CodeTHAGAJAAPrimaryYes
2Integrated Casino Resorts (Casino + Hotel/Entertainment)
CodeMPAEAAAAPrimaryNo
3Casino Food, Beverage & Nightlife Operations
CodeMPAEAAAIPrimaryNo
NAICS code2 codes
  • Casino Hotels721120
  • Gambling Industries7132
SIC code2 codes
  • Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places7000
  • Services-Amusement & Recreation Services7900
Product category
Casino and Integrated Hospitality Entertainment
Social media profiles1 record
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model5 records
1Casino Gaming
TypeTransaction Fee
Description

Revenue from table games and gaming machines serving general patrons and VIP/high-roller customers. Includes Thursday Cash Jackpot promotions.

skycityadelaide.com.au:443
2Hotel Accommodation
TypeOne Time License
Description

Revenue from Eos by SkyCity hotel rooms and suites, targeting leisure travelers and business guests visiting Adelaide.

skycityadelaide.com.au:443
3Food and Beverage
TypeOne Time License
Description

Revenue from multiple restaurant and bar outlets including Huami, SOL Rooftop, iTL Italian Kitchen, The Kitchen, Madame Hanoi, The Guardsman, Chandelier Bar, Westward, Central Cafe, and Xpress.

skycityadelaide.com.au:443
4Live Entertainment and Events
TypeOne Time License
Description

Revenue from ballroom, meeting rooms, weddings, and live entertainment events at the Adelaide venue.

skycityadelaide.com.au:443
5SkyCity Rewards Loyalty Program
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Points-based loyalty program incentivizing repeat visits and spend across gaming, hotel, and dining, with VIP gaming tier.

skycityadelaide.com.au:443
Marketing channels3 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels3 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components6 values
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others
GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 of 14 records shown
1Eos by SkyCity
Description

Hotel accommodation at SkyCity Adelaide

skycityadelaide.com.au:443
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Core offering1 text field

SkyCity Adelaide operates an integrated casino, hotel, dining, and live entertainment complex in Adelaide, South Australia. Core offerings include casino gaming (gaming machines, table games, poker, and VIP Gaming), hotel accommodation under the Eos by SkyCity brand, a portfolio of restaurants and bars, live entertainment and event venues (ballrooms, meeting rooms, weddings), and the SkyCity Rewards loyalty program that drives repeat visitation across all verticals.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Product overview1 text field

SkyCity Adelaide operates as an integrated entertainment complex offering casino gaming (gaming machines, table games, poker, and VIP Gaming), hotel accommodation through Eos by SkyCity, dining at multiple restaurants and bars (Huami, The District, SOL Rooftop, iTL, The Kitchen, Madame Hanoi, The Guardsman, Chandelier Bar, Westward, Central Cafe, Xpress), live entertainment and events (ballrooms, meeting rooms, weddings), and a loyalty program (SkyCity Rewards). The venue also maintains a responsible gambling commitment (SkyCity Responsibility Commitment) and anti-money laundering compliance measures.

Product and service6 records
1Casino Gaming
CategoryCasino Gaming
Description

Casino gaming offering featuring gaming machines, table games, poker at The District, and VIP Gaming services for general patrons and high-roller customers. Includes Thursday Cash Jackpot promotions and SkyCity Prize Winners.

2Eos by SkyCity (Hotel Accommodation)
CategoryHotel Accommodation
Description

Hotel accommodation offering rooms and suites at the Eos by SkyCity brand, targeting leisure travellers and business guests visiting Adelaide, with online booking via the SkyCity Adelaide website.

3SkyCity Rewards Loyalty Program
CategoryLoyalty Program
Description

Points-based membership loyalty program for SkyCity customers, providing member benefits, points accrual, and a dedicated VIP Gaming tier for high-value patrons across gaming, hotel, and dining services.

4Eat and Drink Venues
CategoryFood and Beverage / Hospitality
Description

A portfolio of restaurants and bars operated at the SkyCity Adelaide complex, including Huami (Chinese), The District (dining/entertainment precinct), SOL Rooftop bar, iTL Italian Kitchen, The Kitchen, Madame Hanoi, The Guardsman bar, Chandelier Bar, Westward, Central Cafe, and Xpress food outlet. Serves local residents and visitors seeking diverse cuisines and nightlife.

5Events and Entertainment
CategoryEvents and Live Entertainment
Description

Live entertainment, ballroom and meeting rooms for corporate events and conferences, and wedding venues at the SkyCity Adelaide complex, supported by an online events proposal request pathway.

6SkyCity Responsibility Commitment (Host Responsibility Program)
CategoryResponsible Gambling / Compliance Program
Description

Host responsibility and gambling harm minimisation program including My Play player limit tools, signs and symptoms awareness resources, staff training, and links to further gambling assistance services such as Gambling Help (1800 858 858).

Scale indicator4 records

Each record includes

Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership1 partner
1South Australia's Liquor and Gambling Commissioner
Strategic tierCoreTypeOthersAnnounced on2026-06-18
Description

SkyCity Entertainment Group entered into a non-binding heads of agreement with South Australia's Liquor and Gambling Commissioner outlining terms for ongoing oversight of Adelaide casino operations following an independent review. The agreement covers governance improvements, AML compliance measures, and expanded regulatory obligations for the New Zealand-based parent company.

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Recent move6 records

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Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight3 records

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Type, Description

Peers8 records
TypeDirect peer
Description

Australia's flagship integrated casino resort, combining gaming, hotel, F&B, live entertainment, and events in Melbourne. Closest direct competitor to SkyCity Adelaide given the integrated-resort business model targeting similar leisure, tourism, and VIP gaming customers.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Sydney's main integrated casino resort operated by Star Entertainment Group, combining casino gaming, hotel, restaurants and bars, and live entertainment. Highly comparable in product mix (gaming + hotel + multiple dining outlets) and in regulatory burden as a major Australian IR.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Western Australia's primary integrated casino resort with hotel rooms, multiple restaurants and bars, entertainment venues, and gaming. Closely comparable venue-type and business model to SkyCity Adelaide, similarly licensed by a state regulator.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Queensland integrated casino resort with hotel, dining, gaming, and live entertainment. Operates an equivalent model to SkyCity Adelaide under the same Star Entertainment umbrella and competes for similar leisure/convention tourism spend.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Sister property of SkyCity Adelaide under the SkyCity Entertainment Group parent, the flagship integrated casino resort in Auckland. Same brand, comparable integrated-resort model (casino + hotel + dining + entertainment), and the most operationally aligned peer for benchmarking.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Multi-property Australian integrated casino operator (The Star Sydney, The Star Gold Coast, The Star Brisbane). Broader incumbent offering the same integrated-resort product category across multiple states, providing a portfolio diversification contrast to SkyCity Adelaide's single asset.

TypeRegional player
Description

Northern Territory integrated casino and hotel in Alice Springs, combining gaming, accommodation, F&B, and entertainment. Same fundamental product category as SkyCity Adelaide but operating in a different Australian jurisdiction with materially smaller market.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Singapore integrated resort combining casinos, luxury hotels, dining, entertainment, and attractions. Larger-scale version of the SkyCity Adelaide business model and a useful benchmark for integrated-resort economics, multi-vertical monetisation, and regulatory-driven product constraints (e.g., cash caps, junket bans).

Market position
Strengths4 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Weaknesses4 records

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Competitive moat3 records

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Type, Details

Key risks6 records

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Key highlights5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Segment4 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile3 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
No
API detail
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Docs URL, Description

AI maturity
App detail

Has app

Core technology
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Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

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Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

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Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

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M&A

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Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

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SkyCity

Casino and Integrated Hospitality Entertainmentskycityadelaide.com.au

SkyCity firmographics

Firmographics
Name
SkyCity
Legal name
SkyCity Adelaide
Website
https://skycityadelaide.com.au
Company type
Public
Founded year
1985
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
1,001–5,000 employees
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

SkyCity industry classification

Industry
Product category
Casino and Integrated Hospitality Entertainment
NAICS
Casino Hotels (721120), Gambling Industries (7132)
SIC
Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)
akta.pro primary industry
Integrated Casino Resorts (THAGAJAA)
akta.pro secondary industries
Integrated Casino Resorts (Casino + Hotel/Entertainment) (MPAEAAAA), Casino Food, Beverage & Nightlife Operations (MPAEAAAI)

Keywords

  • Casino gaming operations
  • Hotel accommodation services
  • Restaurant and bar venues
  • Live entertainment events
  • Loyalty rewards program

Where SkyCity is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Adelaide
HQ country
Australia
HQ region
Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

SkyCity business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

  1. Casino Gaming: Revenue from table games and gaming machines serving general patrons and VIP/high-roller customers. Includes Thursday Cash Jackpot promotions.
  2. Hotel Accommodation: Revenue from Eos by SkyCity hotel rooms and suites, targeting leisure travelers and business guests visiting Adelaide.
  3. Food and Beverage: Revenue from multiple restaurant and bar outlets including Huami, SOL Rooftop, iTL Italian Kitchen, The Kitchen, Madame Hanoi, The Guardsman, Chandelier Bar, Westward, Central Cafe, and Xpress.
  4. Live Entertainment and Events: Revenue from ballroom, meeting rooms, weddings, and live entertainment events at the Adelaide venue.
  5. SkyCity Rewards Loyalty Program: Points-based loyalty program incentivizing repeat visits and spend across gaming, hotel, and dining, with VIP gaming tier.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

SkyCity product offering

Product offering

Core offering

SkyCity Adelaide operates an integrated casino, hotel, dining, and live entertainment complex in Adelaide, South Australia. Core offerings include casino gaming (gaming machines, table games, poker, and VIP Gaming), hotel accommodation under the Eos by SkyCity brand, a portfolio of restaurants and bars, live entertainment and event venues (ballrooms, meeting rooms, weddings), and the SkyCity Rewards loyalty program that drives repeat visitation across all verticals.

Product overview

SkyCity Adelaide operates as an integrated entertainment complex offering casino gaming (gaming machines, table games, poker, and VIP Gaming), hotel accommodation through Eos by SkyCity, dining at multiple restaurants and bars (Huami, The District, SOL Rooftop, iTL, The Kitchen, Madame Hanoi, The Guardsman, Chandelier Bar, Westward, Central Cafe, Xpress), live entertainment and events (ballrooms, meeting rooms, weddings), and a loyalty program (SkyCity Rewards). The venue also maintains a responsible gambling commitment (SkyCity Responsibility Commitment) and anti-money laundering compliance measures.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • Eos by SkyCity: Hotel accommodation at SkyCity Adelaide
  • SkyCity Rewards
  • SkyCity Responsibility Commitment
  • Huami
  • The District
  • SOL Rooftop
  • Madame Hanoi
  • The Guardsman
  • Chandelier Bar
  • iTL Italian Kitchen
  • The Kitchen
  • Westward
  • Central Cafe
  • Xpress

Products and services

  • Casino Gaming Casino gaming offering featuring gaming machines, table games, poker at The District, and VIP Gaming services for general patrons and high-roller customers. Includes Thursday Cash Jackpot promotions and SkyCity Prize Winners.
  • Eos by SkyCity (Hotel Accommodation) Hotel accommodation offering rooms and suites at the Eos by SkyCity brand, targeting leisure travellers and business guests visiting Adelaide, with online booking via the SkyCity Adelaide website.
  • SkyCity Rewards Loyalty Program Points-based membership loyalty program for SkyCity customers, providing member benefits, points accrual, and a dedicated VIP Gaming tier for high-value patrons across gaming, hotel, and dining services.
  • Eat and Drink Venues A portfolio of restaurants and bars operated at the SkyCity Adelaide complex, including Huami (Chinese), The District (dining/entertainment precinct), SOL Rooftop bar, iTL Italian Kitchen, The Kitchen, Madame Hanoi, The Guardsman bar, Chandelier Bar, Westward, Central Cafe, and Xpress food outlet. Serves local residents and visitors seeking diverse cuisines and nightlife.
  • Events and Entertainment Live entertainment, ballroom and meeting rooms for corporate events and conferences, and wedding venues at the SkyCity Adelaide complex, supported by an online events proposal request pathway.
  • SkyCity Responsibility Commitment (Host Responsibility Program) Host responsibility and gambling harm minimisation program including My Play player limit tools, signs and symptoms awareness resources, staff training, and links to further gambling assistance services such as Gambling Help (1800 858 858).

Companies that use SkyCity

Customer profile

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

SkyCity technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

SkyCity partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • South Australia's Liquor and Gambling CommissionercoreOthers · 18 June 2026SkyCity Entertainment Group entered into a non-binding heads of agreement with South Australia's Liquor and Gambling Commissioner outlining terms for ongoing oversight of Adelaide casino operations following an independent review. The agreement covers governance improvements, AML compliance measures, and expanded regulatory obligations for the New Zealand-based parent company.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights3 records

SkyCity competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Direct peers

  • Crown Melbourne: Australia's flagship integrated casino resort, combining gaming, hotel, F&B, live entertainment, and events in Melbourne. Closest direct competitor to SkyCity Adelaide given the integrated-resort business model targeting similar leisure, tourism, and VIP gaming customers.
  • The Star Sydney: Sydney's main integrated casino resort operated by Star Entertainment Group, combining casino gaming, hotel, restaurants and bars, and live entertainment. Highly comparable in product mix (gaming + hotel + multiple dining outlets) and in regulatory burden as a major Australian IR.
  • Crown Perth: Western Australia's primary integrated casino resort with hotel rooms, multiple restaurants and bars, entertainment venues, and gaming. Closely comparable venue-type and business model to SkyCity Adelaide, similarly licensed by a state regulator.
  • The Star Gold Coast: Queensland integrated casino resort with hotel, dining, gaming, and live entertainment. Operates an equivalent model to SkyCity Adelaide under the same Star Entertainment umbrella and competes for similar leisure/convention tourism spend.
  • SkyCity Auckland: Sister property of SkyCity Adelaide under the SkyCity Entertainment Group parent, the flagship integrated casino resort in Auckland. Same brand, comparable integrated-resort model (casino + hotel + dining + entertainment), and the most operationally aligned peer for benchmarking.

Broad incumbents

  • Star Entertainment Group: Multi-property Australian integrated casino operator (The Star Sydney, The Star Gold Coast, The Star Brisbane). Broader incumbent offering the same integrated-resort product category across multiple states, providing a portfolio diversification contrast to SkyCity Adelaide's single asset.
  • Resorts World Sentosa: Singapore integrated resort combining casinos, luxury hotels, dining, entertainment, and attractions. Larger-scale version of the SkyCity Adelaide business model and a useful benchmark for integrated-resort economics, multi-vertical monetisation, and regulatory-driven product constraints (e.g., cash caps, junket bans).

Regional players

  • Lasseters Hotel & Casino: Northern Territory integrated casino and hotel in Alice Springs, combining gaming, accommodation, F&B, and entertainment. Same fundamental product category as SkyCity Adelaide but operating in a different Australian jurisdiction with materially smaller market.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

SkyCity social profiles

Digital presence

SkyCity financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

SkyCity leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

SkyCity funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

SkyCity M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about SkyCity

What does SkyCity do?

SkyCity Adelaide operates an integrated casino, hotel, dining, and live entertainment complex in Adelaide, South Australia. Core offerings include casino gaming (gaming machines, table games, poker, and VIP Gaming), hotel accommodation under the Eos by SkyCity brand, a portfolio of restaurants and bars, live entertainment and event venues (ballrooms, meeting rooms, weddings), and the SkyCity Rewards loyalty program that drives repeat visitation across all verticals.

Is SkyCity a public or private company?

SkyCity is a public company. It is classified as public and is currently operating.

When was SkyCity founded?

SkyCity was founded in 1985. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.

Where is SkyCity based?

SkyCity is headquartered in Adelaide, Australia, in the Oceania region.

How does SkyCity make money?

Five revenue lines are on record. Casino Gaming is the primary driver. The others are hotel Accommodation, food and Beverage, live Entertainment and Events and skyCity Rewards Loyalty Program.

Who are SkyCity's main competitors?

Direct peers on record are Crown Melbourne, The Star Sydney, Crown Perth, The Star Gold Coast and SkyCity Auckland. Broad incumbents are Star Entertainment Group and Resorts World Sentosa. Lasseters Hotel & Casino is listed as a regional player.

Does SkyCity have an API?

No public API is recorded for SkyCity.

What industry is SkyCity in?

SkyCity's product category is Casino and Integrated Hospitality Entertainment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAGAJAA, Integrated Casino Resorts, with a secondary code of MPAEAAAA, Integrated Casino Resorts (Casino + Hotel/Entertainment). Its NAICS code is 721120 and its SIC code is 7000.

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GlamadelaideAdelaide’s $1 oyster afternoons are back for four weeks this SeptemberOyster Fest returns to The Kitchen at SkyCity Adelaide for four weeks in September, offering oysters for $1 to SkyCity Rewards members and $2 to non-members between 4pm and 5:30pm. The event features a dedicated oyster bar, shucking station, and a limited-time menu, with oysters sourced from Zippel's Smoky Bay Oysters.iGBSkyCity face A$21m fine and oversight following regulatory reviewSouth Australia's gambling regulator has reached an in-principle settlement with SkyCity Adelaide, imposing a fine of AU$21 million along with oversight and compliance measures following a detailed report by retired Supreme Court Judge Brian Martin that uncovered systemic failings in anti-money laundering, counter-terrorism financing, and gambling harm minimisation. The settlement requires SkyCity Adelaide to appoint a majority of independent non-executive directors by January 2028, phase out cash transactions exceeding AU$4,999, and appoint an independent compliance auditor, while its New Zealand-based parent company SkyCity Entertainment Group will face expanded regulatory obligations for the first time. The proposed fine represents one of the more substantial penalties in the Australian casino industry in recent years.ABCSkyCity Adelaide fined $21 million for 'completely unacceptable' failingsSkyCity Adelaide casino has been fined $21 million by South Australia's gambling regulator for failing anti-money laundering and harm minimisation obligations, following a three-year independent review that found its compliance was seriously inadequate during 2016-2022 with revenue prioritised over compliance. The settlement agreement also requires the casino to phase out cash transactions over $4,999, appoint an independent compliance auditor, restructure its board with a majority of independent directors by 2028, and make permanent its ban on junket operators. SkyCity's New Zealand-based parent company, SkyCity Entertainment Group, is now subject to new regulatory obligations including legally binding directions from the commissioner on South Australian casino operations.AInvestSkyCity Entertainment - entered into non-binding heads of agreement with commissioner for liquor and gambling in South AustraliaSkyCity Entertainment Group has entered into a non-binding heads of agreement with South Australia's Liquor and Gambling Commissioner, outlining terms for ongoing oversight of its Adelaide casino operations following an independent review. The review concluded that SkyCity Adelaide is suitable to retain its casino license but must continue addressing shortcomings in governance, anti-money laundering (AML), and host responsibility. The company has implemented significant changes including leadership restructuring and a $60 million investment over three years to improve compliance under its "Building a Better Business Programme."Financial Crime AcademyUnveiling the Dark Secrets: Money Laundering Through Casinos ExposedThis article provides a comprehensive overview of money laundering typologies in casinos, explaining methods such as converting cash to chips, using fixed-odds betting terminals, and exploiting illegal casino operations. It cites estimates that approximately $140 billion in illicit funds are laundered through casinos annually, with regulatory authorities taking significant enforcement action against non-compliant operators. Notable cases include Wynn Macau Ltd's $50 million fine in 2010, The Star Entertainment Group's combined fines of $162 million, and legal proceedings initiated by AUSTRAC against SkyCity Adelaide for systemic anti-money laundering violations.ThenoteAdelaide’s Best Bottomless BrunchesThe article presents a curated list of four venues in Adelaide, Australia, offering bottomless brunch packages with varying price points and menu options. Featured establishments include Seamore’s, Lockwood General, Sol Rooftop Bar at SkyCity Adelaide, and ela at Hotel Alba, each providing specific drink and food combinations for weekend dining.Firstlinks16 ASX stocks to buy and hold forever, updatedThe author updates a list of 16 ASX stocks for long-term holding, removing Argo Investments due to underperformance and keeping Aurizon and SkyCity. He recommends buying ASX, Aurizon, SkyCity, Medibank, Lottery, and Washington H Soul Pattinson, while avoiding REA, Cochlear, and Wesfarmers as overpriced.AmlcubeThe 5 Largest AML Penalties of 2024The article profiles the five largest Anti-Money Laundering penalties issued in 2024, with TD Bank receiving the largest fine at $3.5 billion for violations including ineffective AML programs, staff bribery, failure to file thousands of Suspicious Activity Reports, and enabling over $670 million in criminal proceeds to be laundered. The other penalties involved City National Bank, SkyCity Adelaide Pty Ltd, Klarna Bank AB, and Starling Bank for violations ranging from inadequate risk management frameworks and internal controls to improper sanctions screening and opening accounts for high-risk customers. The article provides compliance guidance for financial institutions to avoid similar violations, emphasizing the need for robust AML programs, enhanced due diligence, employee training, and strong compliance cultures.BusinessCloudSkyCity facing mounting costs in casino tax disputeSkyCity lost a South Australian Court of Appeal challenge on a 1999 tax agreement, ruling it must pay NZ$13.8m (A$13m) for loyalty points and gaming credits. The court said no interest penalty, but a Supreme Court decision could add A$20m. SkyCity's full-year profit guidance remains $125m-$135m.