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James Packer opens Macau gambling resort City of Dreams

3 June 2009

MACAO -- As reported by The Australian: "It is the biggest gamble of James Packer's career. But that doesn't mean it can't also be fun.

"Mr Packer, accompanied by his wife Erica Baxter, today led celebrations for the opening of the opulent, $US2.4 billion ($3 billion) City of Dreams casino in Macau.

"...Shortly after his father Kerry's death in 2005, Mr Packer, 42, moved to shift the primary focus of the family empire from media to gaming.

"...City of Dreams, six years in the making, will eventually offer more than 500 casino tables, more than 1500 gaming machines, three world-class hotels, more than 20 bars and restaurants, a shopping strip and a 2000-seat theatre.

"It is the only casino opening in the former Portuguese colony this year..."

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