Packer’s casino dream edges closer to reality - without him - Sydney Morning Herald

James Packer orchestrated Crown’s billion dollar bet on a Sydney casino, but whether it pays off depends on the casino operator’s new owners.

But the world was a very different place in 2012, when Packer unveiled his grand plans with NSW premier Barry OFarrell, and talkback radio king Alan Jones, providing the backing chorus. The casino m… [+5750 chars]

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