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New Zealand Parliament approves online casino bill

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New Zealand's Parliament has approved the Online Casino Gambling Bill at its third and final reading, with the text now awaiting Royal Assent. The Department of Internal Affairs says the framework would allow up to 15 licensed operators, with applications expected to open in July 2026 and existing operators able to continue until 1 December 2026.

Operators face a new licensing regime with harm-minimisation, advertising and enforcement obligations in New Zealand.

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New Zealand Parliament passes online casino bill ahead of 1 May start

New Zealand’s Parliament passed the Online Casino Gambling Bill at its third and final reading; it awaits Royal assent and is due to take effect on 1 May, according to the report. The Department of Internal Affairs is expected to issue up to 15 licences from early 2027, while existing operators may continue until 1 December but cannot advertise in the country. Further licensing guidance is due on 1 May.

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