The Problem Gambling Foundation says overseas gambling site operators are flouting New Zealand laws preventing gambling advertising. Advocacy director Andree Froude told RNZ’s Morning Report that the foundation wants stricter restrictions on advertisements as New Zealand prepares to introduce licensed…
Eleven entities secured the right to apply for the 15 licences available to operate online casinos in New Zealand, RNZ reported on 14 October 2026. The final auction price reached $15 million per licence. The Department of Internal Affairs said…
Philippine gaming operator DigiPlus Interactive Corp. has withdrawn from New Zealand’s online casino licensing auction, ending a bid it began with an expression of interest in August. The company confirmed the decision in an October 14 disclosure to the Philippine…
Australian hospitality and property group Iris Capital completed its acquisition of Christchurch Casino from Skyline Enterprises in a transaction valued at more than $100 million, the NZ Herald reported on 15 October 2026. The deal is Iris Capital’s first investment…
Licensed online casino operators in New Zealand will contribute to community groups through the Lottery Grants Board from 1 January 2027, with officials anticipating NZ$10 million to NZ$20 million per year. iGaming Business reported on 7 October 2026 that the…
Department of Internal Affairs investigators and police searched the Cranford Ale House in Christchurch on Friday 25 September 2026 with a focus on its gambling machine operations. Multiple sources told Stuff that at least 10 investigators were at the pub…
