DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
At The Star, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our culture. We foster an environment where everyone can contribute their unique perspective and share in our success regardless of their age, race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, or ability.
PROUD@THESTAR
Our Aim
Proud@TheStar, our employee network group, aims to create a safe and inclusive space for LGBTQI+ employees and guests, promoting an environment where everyone can be their authentic selves and thrive.
At The Star, we are committed to creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone, regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. This involves fostering a welcoming space for our LGBTQI+ team members and guests and celebrating the achievements of our diverse communities.
We recognise the unique challenges faced by our transgender and gender-diverse individuals, and our policies are continuously evolving to be truly inclusive, ensuring everyone feels valued, respected, and supported.
MEASURABLE OBJECTIVES
The Star Entertainment Group is extremely proud to have been recognised as the 2024 Employer of the Year and Finalist for the 2024 Trans and Gender-Diverse Inclusion Award at the recent 2024 Australian LGBTQ+ Inclusion Awards. We are honoured to receive our second Gold Employer recognition and humbled to be the first and only organisation recognised as a Gold Employer in Hospitality.
BALANCE@THESTAR
GENDER SCORECARD
OUR AIM
To promote gender equality in all aspects of our business by championing change and advocating opportunities for all individuals.
MEASURABLE OBJECTIVES
45% female and 45% male representation of leaders (Levels 1 - 4) by 2025 (with the remaining 10% being of any gender or gender diverse) by 2028.
UNITY@THESTAR
OUR AIM
At The Star, we take pride in celebrating the diverse tapestry of cultures that make up our team and our guests. We firmly believe that diversity is not just about having people from different backgrounds, but it's about creating an environment where everyone feels included, respected, and empowered to share their unique perspectives.
This fusion of cultures fuels creativity, promotes innovation, and helps us understand and better serve the diverse communities we interact with. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels a sense of belonging, and together, we can achieve extraordinary things.
MEASURABLE OBJECTIVES
We are working towards having 20% Asian* representation of Senior Leadership by 2025.
*We define Asian employees as those with East Asian, Southeast Asian or South Asian ethnicity, whether Australian-born or overseas-born.”
RECONCILIATION@THESTAR
Reconciliation@TheStar aims to build a safe, inclusive, and welcoming workplace for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Team Members. We are committed to promoting cultural awareness and inclusion by recognising days of significance and engaging in continuous listening and learning from our First Nation’s Team Members.
“Jalaman Making Honey” is a collaborative artwork created by Quandamooka artest Delvene Cockatoo Colins and The Star team members (2019)
OUR AIM
The Star Entertainment Group’s vision for reconciliation is an Australia that is fair and inclusive and celebrates Australia’s First Nations people and culture.
We recognise the importance of working in respectful partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and businesses to create sustainable and collaborative opportunities for a reconciled Australia.
Initiatives Include
Participation in the First Nations Employment Index 2022 and upcoming 2024.
Partnership with the National Indigenous Culinary Institute (NICI) to help create highly skilled Indigenous chefs by providing apprentices with appropriate training and mentorship.
Team activities and communications to support National Reconciliation Week and NAIDOC week.
Our diversity and inclusion program sits at the heart of The Star Entertainment Group’s culture.
If you have any LGBTQI+ specific questions regarding your applications or positions at The Star,
please view this document.
Alternatively, please email our Diversity & Inclusion Manager, Jules Pooley via diversity@star.com.au.
