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Star Entertainment has been hit with a $15m fine but the company can keep operating its Sydney casino, under close government supervision.

Perpetual copped a first strike against its remuneration report as shareholders vented their frustration over executive pay and bonuses as the share price hovers at multi-year lows.

WiseTech is Richard White, but this is a problem following a series of sensational allegations, writes Jared Lynch, who says it would be a wise move for the company founder to take a leave of absence.
Perry Williams
Business editor
The markets


Commentary
PM buys his slice of paradise but how about solving the housing crisis
By ROBERT GOTTLIEBSEN
Business Columnist
I have been watching the construction industry for more than half a century. I have never seen it in such a mess.
Latest news
Chinese drinkers welcome back Penfolds with open arms: CEO
Australia’s luxury wine brand Penfolds has ‘real energy’ after re-entering the Chinese market following the end of crippling tariffs, the Treasury Wine Estates boss says.
By ELI GREENBLAT
BHP bets on China stimulus boost
A day after Rio Tinto raised doubts about the property market remaining a key plank of Chinese economic growth, BHP boss Mike Henry is more optimistic.
By BRAD THOMPSON
Forrests step down as co-chairs of Minderoo
Billionaire Andrew Forrest said he had opted to step aside to focus on his work as executive chairman of iron ore miner Fortescue.
By BRAD THOMPSON
What Australia must do to keep top tech talent from fleeing
There’s no lack of start-up innovation in Australia, but tech founders and emerging stars on The Australian’s Top 100 Innovators list reveal the big change needed to stop them from leaving home soil.
By JARED LYNCH
Virgin Australia’s frequent flyer Velocity gets overhaul
Virgin Australia’s rewards program is adding two new tiers and making changes to the way points and status credits are earned by members.
By ROBYN IRONSIDE

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