Recently updated on January 15th, 2026Gaming Machine Proceeds fund communities across New Zealand, making it possible for amateur sports and local outreach projects to thrive. From April to June 2018, proceeds from gaming machines have risen by 3.1% to NZ$6 846 240. This is according to the latest statistics from the Department of Internal Affairs […]
Recently updated on January 15th, 2026In a strange turn of events, the Everest Horse Race has suspended all betting on the event. This was after Racing NSW decided to advertise the race on the sails of the Sydney Opera House. Following the ads, at least 250 000 members of the public signed an online petition […]
Recently updated on January 15th, 2026Leading online payment services are starting to withdraw from the Brazilian market. Two such services, Neteller and Skrill, will begin blocking payments from illegal Internet casinos in February. These banking options are part of the Paysafe Group, which has withdrawn from other markets over illegal gambling concerns. Skrill no longer […]
Recently updated on January 15th, 2026The New Zealand administration has disclosed a new detailed stratagem with the chief purpose of to challenge gambling. Their aim is to decrease the gambling addiction in the Maori, Asian and Pacific societies. These communities have the highest levels of gambling harm and addiction throughout New Zealand. The rise of […]
Recently updated on January 13th, 2026The popularity of Chinese online gambling is growing and the republic isn’t happy with the effects on its society. Online casinos on the other side of the world offer Chinese gamblers hundreds of gaming sessions for popular casino games on the internet. A single baccarat table at these casino sites […]
Recently updated on January 13th, 2026Renowned casino games manufacturer, Red Tiger Gaming signed an agreement to supply their entire catalogue of video pokies to Paf. The casino operator has been in the industry for a long time. It was founded on Ã…land Islands in Finland back in 1966. The partnership comes hot on the heels […]
Recently updated on January 13th, 2026Following the announcement by SkyCity to forge ahead with the launch of an online casino, lawmakers have rushed to reflect on the legalities of internet gambling in New Zealand. Internal Affairs Minister, Tracey Martin spoke to Newstalk ZB’s radio jock Heather du Plessis-Allan about her reaction to the move. She […]
Recently updated on January 13th, 2026We’re happy to announce that the Booongo October Fest Tournament is taking place this week. Oktoberfest celebrations are being kicked off at two of our favourite online casinos this month. Starting on 15 October, Wild Card City and King Johnnie connect you to the Booongo October Fest Tournament. During the […]
Recently updated on January 12th, 2026SkyCity Entertainment Group has launched its online platform, catering to Kiwi online gamblers. The SkyCity online gambling site is based in Malta as the New Zealand government prohibits gambling sites from operating inside the country. NZ players looking to join in on the fun can find it at skycitycasino.com. The […]
Recently updated on January 12th, 2026This year’s top operators and software providers have been announced at the Global Gaming Awards. The ceremony, held at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas, opened the 2018 Global Gaming Expo (G2E). Winners were voted on by 70 gambling industry judges, and the awards were handed out in front […]
Recently updated on January 11th, 2026Software company, Blueprint Gaming, has released the new pokies game Thundercats Reel of Thundera. In partnership with Warner Bros Consumer Products, the casino software developer set out to release another instalment of the Thundercats slots game. The pokies game is based on the 1980s TV series Thundercats. In a statement […]
Recently updated on January 11th, 2026Casino brands affiliated with SkillOnNet will receive a content boost from the pokies software developer, Blueprint Gaming, based in the UK. The range of igaming brands will benefit from much-sophisticated technology. The casino brands will also have access to all the marketing tools of Blueprint Gaming. All the casino brands […]
Recently updated on January 11th, 2026A majority of voters in Switzerland (72.9%) voted to instate a new Gambling Act in the country which will legalise online casinos. However, the new laws have a double-edge. This act will only allow ‘Swiss-certified casinos’ to operate there. What’s more, this law will force internet service providers (ISPs) to […]
Recently updated on January 11th, 2026Recent inspections into Star Entertainment junket operators has prompted the CEO to speak out. According to recent reports, Star Entertainment’s junket operators have become the subject of public inquiry. Since Crown Resorts’ own troubles with authorities overseas, the sector has been extremely sensitive to legal backlash. In 2017, Star Entertainment’s […]
Recently updated on January 10th, 2026Gaming software giant, Novomatic AG, has just bought controlling shares in their Australian rival, Ainsworth Game Technology Limited. Their 52% stake in the company has been approved by a number of regulatory bodies. More so, the deal was finalised last Friday before founder, Len Ainsworth, announced that he would be […]
Recently updated on January 10th, 2026New Zealand-based gambling operator, the SkyCity Entertainment Group, has released its financial results for the year. From June 2017 to June 2018, the company has experienced a 10.4% increase in profits after tax. SkyCity Entertainment earned NZ$169.95 million, despite the lowered value of SkyCity Darwin in Australia. According to the […]
Recently updated on January 10th, 2026SkyCity Casino workers operating in the company’s New Zealand-based venues went on strike for a second consecutive weekend between 7 and 8 September. The workers, who have been looking to get a raise in pay rates for weekend and night work, undertook action after their union (Unite) and SkyCity representatives […]
Recently updated on January 10th, 2026Members of Parliament and anti-gambling campaigns are filing complaints against British Airways. According to reports, the airline ‘popularised gambling’ in a new ad for ‘British Airways Holidays’. Aired on television, the ad featured a couple ‘easily winning on slot machines’. Complaints have already been filed with the advertising regulator. Just […]
Recently updated on January 10th, 2026Gaming giant Playtech has sold off all of its Plus500 shares, three years after trying to buy the trading platform provider. Their 10% stake is worth £176 million (NZ$311 million), which Playtech will use for ‘general corporate purposes and debt reduction’. The decision to sell off the shares appears to […]
Recently updated on January 10th, 2026New Zealand’s banks and financial service providers have been called to help in tackling problem gambling. Former Parliamentarian Tim Barnett is spearheading the campaign to curb Kiwis from overspending on gambling. Currently leading FinCap, Barnett is aware of how many New Zealanders often find themselves in need of budgeting services […]