An ill omen has emerged for the immediate future of New Zealand’s tourism industry, with an announcement of new regulations prohibiting inbound travel by foreigners. The closure of the country’s borders has been extended beyond initial expectations … [Continue reading]
The New Zealand government has confirmed its intent to transition to a new COVID-19 alert system, allowing venues to operate under a trio of restriction tiers.Auckland is expected to fall under the most severe, red setting, which means venues may … [Continue reading]
Major bank, Westpac has responded to the ongoing scourge of problem gambling with a punitive measure for customers using its credit cards for online gambling transactionsThe bank has decided to charge higher interest on what it describes as … [Continue reading]
New Zealand casino operator SkyCity Entertainment Group has had a mixed bag of news to report with its flourishing iGaming business contrasting sharply with losses taken over the first half of its financial year as a result of land-based … [Continue reading]
Microgaming made the recent announcement that it would be selling its globally-renowned Quickfire distribution business and portfolio. This deal encompasses the platform’s games and the buyer stepping up to the table is Games Global Limited.As … [Continue reading]
Kiwibank's initiative to offer customers the ability to block payments to online gambling websites has drawn praise from many quarters with other financial institutions being encouraged to follow its lead. The tool was created in collaboration with … [Continue reading]
As the festive season draws near, Microgaming has its usual monthly release of premium iGaming content is locked and loaded and ready to thrill. This November, experience a plethora of exciting titles from Microgaming‘s exclusive independent studio … [Continue reading]
Pragmatic Play’s new pokie is perfect for pet lovers with a taste for winning. Dog House is the brand new title from the developer and introduces a quartet of canines with quirky, individual personalities who show up as symbols on the reels … [Continue reading]
Following in the footsteps of Crown Resorts, SkyCity Entertainment Group now requires all staff and visitors to its New Zealand casinos and resorts to present proof of full vaccination.SkyCity’ CEO, Michael Ahearne, announced the vaccine mandate … [Continue reading]
Pragmatic Play’s rugged adventurer protagonist is back for another pulse-racing adventure in the developer’s new slot title, John Hunter and the Quest for Bermuda Riches.This is the fifth title in the John Hunter slot series and transports you to … [Continue reading]
