New Zealand

A Lotto player from Ashburton has become New Zealand's latest multi-millionaire after claiming a NZ$28.6 million Powerball prize, the largest jackpot won so far in 2026.

Reports of casino payment blocks by major New Zealand banks are prompting players to look at alternative funding methods for online gambling accounts.

New Zealand’s upcoming online casino framework includes a ban on affiliate marketing, creating uncertainty around how operators will attract players in the regulated market.

New Zealand’s online gambling reforms are moving from legislation into implementation as regulators prepare for licensing, enforcement, and market transition.

New figures suggest New Zealand’s offshore online gambling market had already grown into a billion-dollar sector before the country’s new licensing regime arrived.

New Zealand is preparing for the next stage of online casino regulation, with expressions of interest expected to open in July 2026.

A former Auckland Rugby League employee has been sentenced after stealing more than $133,000 while struggling with a gambling addiction.

A New Zealand gambling lawsuit has widened beyond SkyCity to include offshore operators, raising fresh questions about regulation.

Entain is aiming to secure a major share of New Zealand’s future online casino market, as operators position ahead of upcoming regulation.

New Zealand’s online casino legislation has reached its final stage, bringing the country closer to launching a regulated online gambling market.