The future of Crown Perth’s casino license now lies in the hands of Western Australia’s Gaming and Wagering Commission (GWC), which is evaluating the final report submitted by independent monitor Paul Steel, whose two-year oversight term concluded in April 2025.
Appointed in the aftermath of the Perth Casino Royal Commission, Steel was tasked with overseeing Crown’s remediation efforts following a damning inquiry into governance failures, anti-money laundering lapses, and regulatory non-compliance.
GWC Chair Gary Dreibergs confirmed this week that the Commission is actively assessing the monitor’s findings. “We are evaluating the report relative to remediation and considering appropriate recommendations on the suitability of Crown Perth to hold a casino license,” Dreibergs said, noting that recommendations will be submitted to the Minister for Racing and Gaming “when appropriate.”
Crown Perth is the only Crown Resorts property in Australia that has not yet had its license reinstated. Crown Melbourne and Crown Sydney successfully regained their licenses in 2024 after demonstrating compliance with the required reforms.
Crown casinos on the way to attract Asian players and clear their name on the process.
If Crown Perth is found unsuitable, it could face operational restrictions or a temporary license suspension. If deemed compliant, the casino may be granted full reinstatement under strict regulatory conditions. The WA government is expected to announce its decision in the coming months, marking a pivotal moment in the post-inquiry rehabilitation of Australia’s casino sector.
