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New Zealand prioritises online casino rules over Australia-style ad limits

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New Zealand’s Department of Internal Affairs said it is monitoring Australia’s planned gambling advertising reforms but is not moving to adopt similar restrictions for now. The department is prioritising the Online Casino Gambling Bill, which is expected to be enacted in May 2026 and would establish a licensing system for up to 15 operators.

Operators face a planned local licensing framework, while the timing of comparable advertising restrictions remains undecided.

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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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