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Online Casino Gambling Bill – What You Need to Know

The Online Casino Gambling Bill aims to license and regulate online casinos in Aotearoa – but at what cost? Learn what’s being proposed, who it affects, and why Hāpai Te Hauora opposes it.

Friday 10 October, 2025

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Understanding Gambling Laws in Aotearoa

Gambling is everywhere in Aotearoa – from pokies to Lotto to online casinos. But who makes the rules, what’s legal, and what’s changing? This explainer breaks down how New Zealand’s gambling laws work, why they matter, and why Hāpai Te Hauora opposes the Online Casino Gambling Bill.

Thursday 9 October, 2025