Bren Gray – Casino & iGaming
Content Specialist

Bren Gray is a New Zealand-based content writer and iGaming specialist. He’s fascinated by the mathematics and mechanics of online casino games, building on his background in sports betting. Writing for Casino.com NZ, he aims to turn casual players into informed punters by explaining game mechanics, RTPs, and optimal strategies for games like blackjack and roulette.

 As a Kiwi born and bred, Bren understands the New Zealand market’s unique position at the moment. He rigorously tests offshore casino sites for transparency, fast withdrawals, and quality support before recommending them. His expertise is practical; he enjoys a cheeky hand of blackjack himself, but is an avid believer in responsible gambling and not letting things get out of control. 

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Bren’s Areas of Expertise

Bachelor of Management Studies (Hons), double majoring in Strategic Management and Psychology (2013)

Post Graduate Diploma in International Development (2020)

Specialist iGaming & Casino Writer (2021 onwards). Creating in-depth guides, strategy articles, and reviews on online slots, table games, and live dealer platforms for markets across NZ, Australia, and the UK.

In-house Writer for Intelligent Ink (2018-2021). Managing, writing, and editing high-level content for top business leaders across New Zealand, honing a sharp eye for detail and compliance.

Content Writer for Sportal (2014-2018). Delivering real-time updates, developing an excellent understanding of betting markets and odds.

Freelance Writer (2010-2013). Producing articles, blog posts, and columns across a range of industries, on every topic imaginable.

“The house edge is a fact of life, but how much fun you have in spite of it is up to you. My job is to make sure you know exactly what you're up against, so you can play smarter, safer, and enjoy the ride.”

Hailing from down under in New Zealand, Bren has been writing professionally for the better part of two decades. In an era increasingly cluttered with AI slop, he is passionate about crafting iGaming content that isn’t just filler, but a genuine tool for players.

Having spent the last 13 years dissecting odds and mechanics—first in sports and now in casinos—he knows that accurate information makes a real difference to a player’s experience (and their bankroll). Bren believes that writers have the power to bring clarity to the chaos of the casino floor, whether that’s online or in person. It’s a responsibility he does not take lightly.

Online slots: Mechanics, volatility, and software providers.

Table games: Blackjack strategy and roulette systems.

Live casino: Evolution Gaming and Playtech reviews.

Casino security: Licensing, regulation, and player safety in NZ.

“Gambling is more and more an online game, but for me I’ll never forget my first big win in a physical casino. It was somewhere in London, sometime in the early 2010s. I bet it all on #35 in roulette, the ball decided it was my lucky day, and the rest of my time in London was on the house.”