Last mentioned: Mar 12, 2026
Regional Report Launch
Major Australian regional outlets publish findings on women judges holding the line against the justice gap.
Court Dismissal
Federal Court dismisses ASIC's case against the directors, citing insufficient evidence of personal breach.
ASIC Warning
ASIC Chair Joe Longo issues a statement placing all corporate boards 'on notice' regarding diligence standards.
Federal Court Ruling
Justice Lee declares Bekier and Martin breached their duties in a landmark judgment.
International Day of Women Judges
Global focus on judicial diversity and its impact on the rule of law.
License Suspension
Star's casino licenses remain suspended or under management as remediation continues.
ASIC Proceedings Launched
ASIC initiates civil penalty proceedings against 11 directors for breach of duty.
High Court Parity
Justice Stephen Gageler sworn in as Chief Justice, maintaining gender parity on the High Court bench.
Bell Inquiry Report
Star Entertainment found unfit to hold a casino license in NSW due to systemic failures.
ASIC Lawsuit
ASIC commences civil penalty proceedings against Matthias Bekier, Paula Martin, and nine others.
NAB Deception
Star provides misleading information to NAB regarding the use of China UnionPay cards for gambling.
Suncity Misconduct
Suspicious conduct by junket staff, including cash deliveries in cooler bags, occurs at Star casinos.
A coordinated report across major Australian regional news outlets highlights the critical role of women judges in closing the 'gender justice gap.' The findings underscore how judicial diversity is reshaping legal outcomes in domestic violence, family law, and corporate governance cases.
The Federal Court has dismissed ASIC’s civil penalty proceedings against former directors of Star Entertainment Group, marking a significant legal setback for the regulator. However, ASIC maintains the case has clarified the high standards of diligence expected of corporate boards, effectively placing directors across Australia on notice.
The Federal Court of Australia has ruled that former Star Entertainment Group CEO Matthias Bekier and General Counsel Paula Martin breached their corporate duties by failing to disclose significant criminal risks and misleading lenders. Justice Michael Lee described the company's culture as 'dysfunctional and unethical' in a landmark 501-page decision.