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Sparse crowds and empty gaming tables are adding urgency to cash-strapped Star Entertainment's negotiations with lenders and state governments as it fights for survival.

Meanwhile, as the ATO chases down $35bn in debts, an increasing number of small businesses at risk of collapse are calling in liquidators to prepare official restructuring plans .

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