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Star Entertainment has warned there is “material uncertainty” over whether it can continue operating as it was revealed that the cash-strapped casino operator has already received millions of dollars worth of tax deferrals from the Queensland government.

Meanwhile, Resources Minister Madeleine King expects the new Trump administration to 'supercharge' its cooperation with Australia in an effort to break down China's dominance in the critical minerals supply chain.

And a trade media war may be reignited with industry veteran Tim Burrowes returning to run the Mumbrella newsletter and events business in partnership with The Intermedia Group. 

Perry Williams
Business editor
The markets


Making news this morning
1
Ground shifts for big tech as Trump returns to White House
The welcome mat has been preened in what will be an extraordinary display of tech clout at Donald Trump’s inauguration.
2
Online gambling titan faces legal fight
Betting giant Sportsbet is facing a class action and claims that punters have lost millions of dollars gambling on illegal in-game bets.
3
CEOs hunker down as Trump 2.0 presidency takes centre stage
Donald Trump has been talking up what he will do in his second presidency and Australian chief executives say they’re ready.
Editor's picks
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Here come the robots and the companies set to make trillions
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AVIATION
Airline charges undermine reward points
Are mysterious ‘carrier charges’ levied on reward seats diminishing the value of airline loyalty programs?
By ROBYN IRONSIDE
SALARIES
Tech workers enjoying highest wages, survey shows
Australian tech workers are earning $20 more an hour than workers in other industries, with a median hourly wage of $63.50.
By JOSEPH LAM
Commentary
Why China’s response to US trade policies matters
By DAVID ROGERS
Markets Editor
All eyes are on Donald Trump, and with the US closed on Monday for Martin Luther King Day, Australian markets will be among the first to react.
A diversified portfolio is always worth the effort
By ANDREW MCAULEY
Diversification can feel like eating vegetables. You know it is good for you, but it is nowhere near as enjoyable as eating hot chips.

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