Information about gambling in New Zealand

There are six casinos in New Zealand and the Gambling Act of 2003 prohibits the development of any new casinos so we can't expect to see any more unless the Gambling Act is changed.

The casinos currently operating in New Zealand are:
In all, there are around 18,000 Electronic Gaming Machines (EGM) throughout New Zealand. Of these, 82% are in clubs and pubs, and the remaining machines are in casinos.

The legal gambling age in New Zealand varies depending on what you are gambling on. Although you can bet on horse races from 18 years of age, you must be at least 20 years of age to enter a gaming area in a casino or pokies venue. Conversely, you can gamble online from 18 years of age. Anyone caught violating the age rule may face a $500NZD fine.