Packer accused Andrews of wrecking Victoria’s finances and nearly destroying his own life through casino crackdowns. A 2021 royal commission under Andrews deemed Crown Resorts unfit for its Melbourne license over money-laundering issues, leading to suspensions and Packer’s exit.
Tensions peaked in 2022 when tax hikes before Crown’s $8.9 billion sale cost Packer $50 million without compensation, turning old golf buddies into foes.
Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan disagreed with the remarks but avoided naming Packer directly.
