New Zealand

Zoi Sadowski-Synnott’s silver has lifted Winter Olympics interest in NZ, but only TAB can legally offer and promote sports betting to Kiwis.

New Zealand’s DIA has issued a formal notice to 20Bet over NZ-targeted YouTube promotions, reinforcing the ban on offshore casino advertising.

A government impact statement signals how New Zealand could control online casino advertising, harm tools and player protections once licensing begins.

DIA says the guilty plea marks an NZ first for an illegal online lottery prosecution, after a case tied to an $11m scheme.

New Zealand Rugby has parted ways with Scott Robertson halfway to the 2027 World Cup. Here’s what happens next and what bettors should track in 2026.

The Gambling Commission has granted SkyCity Queenstown a new 15-year venue licence, extending the Beach Street casino in Queenstown beyond 2025.

The DIA has refreshed its provider guidance and reiterated key 2026 milestones in the Online Casino Gambling Bill, including when operators who haven’t applied for a licence must exit New Zealand.

SkyCity has set 19 February 2026 for its half-year results release, as the NZICC prepares to open in central Auckland on 11 February 2026.

Authorities have shut down nine illegal poker venues across Auckland, seizing cash and crypto as regulators warn of predatory operators.

Entain faced early scrutiny after taking over TAB New Zealand in 2023. We look at what’s changed since and whether further action followed.