The auditors will also assess how the board of directors and senior management at the two casinos carry out oversight of AML/CTF programs. These audits will be conducted at the expense of the operators and following the conclusion of the audits, AUSTRAC will assess whether any further regulatory action is required based on the outcomes of the audits. "Although they may be smaller than entities such as Crown Resorts and The Star, like all gambling venues, The Ville and Mindil Beach face heightened risk of exploitation by criminals," said AUSTRAC CEO Brendan Thomas. "AUSTRAC is serious about driving illicit money out of the gambling industry in Australia and making sure businesses that facilitate gambling have strong money laundering controls. This action follows major actions we have taken against other casinos, Crown Resorts, Sky City, and The Star and online bookmakers, Entain, Sportsbet and bet 365.