Legal Framework & Licensing

1. Our Legal Status

We operate as an independent digital media publisher. Our purpose is to provide educational content, statistical analysis, and reviews of the sports betting industry. Our activities fall under the freedom of expression and information dissemination laws of New Zealand. We are not a party to any betting contracts entered into by users of this website.

2. The Gambling Act 2003

The primary legislation governing gambling in New Zealand is the Gambling Act 2003. The Act is designed to ensure the integrity of games, prevent crime, and minimize harm.

Key Provisions relevant to Online Betting:

• Prohibition of Remote Interactive Gambling: The Act generally prohibits the provision of remote interactive gambling (online gambling) from within New Zealand, with the specific exception of the TAB (Totalisator Agency Board) and Lotto NZ.
• Overseas Operators: The Act does not make it illegal for New Zealand residents to participate in gambling over the internet with a provider based overseas. It is legal for a New Zealander to bet with an offshore bookmaker, provided that bookmaker is compliant with the laws of their own jurisdiction.
• Advertising Restrictions: The Act imposes strict controls on the advertising of overseas gambling services within New Zealand.

3. Regulatory Bodies in NZ

We believe in educating our users about who is in charge of safety and compliance in New Zealand.

Department of Internal Affairs (DIA)

The DIA is the primary regulator. They are responsible for administering the Gambling Act 2003, licensing non-casino gambling, and ensuring compliance. They also manage the "Safer Gambling Aotearoa" strategy.

Gambling Commission

An independent statutory decision-making body that hears appeals regarding licensing decisions and advises Ministers on the problem gambling levy.

TAB New Zealand (TAB NZ)

The statutory body established to operate sports betting and racing in New Zealand. A portion of their profits is returned to the NZ racing and sporting codes.

4. Consumer Protection & Licensing

Since New Zealanders can legally access offshore sites, consumer protection becomes a critical topic. Sites licensed purely offshore are not subject to New Zealand law regarding disputes.

We strongly advise that if a user chooses to bet, they should only consider operators holding Tier-1 licenses from reputable international jurisdictions which mandate strict player protection measures, such as:

• Malta Gaming Authority (MGA)
• UK Gambling Commission (UKGC)
• Gibraltar Regulatory Authority

These licenses ensure that operators must segregate player funds, audit their software for fairness (RNG testing), and provide responsible gambling tools.

5. Marketing & Advertising Standards

KiwiBet Insight adheres to the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) Gambling Advertising Code. We ensure that our content:

• Does not target minors or portray gambling as a way to gain social status or financial success.
• Does not mislead users about the odds of winning.
• Always includes responsible gambling messages and 18+ warnings.
• Is socially responsible and does not encourage excessive participation.

6. KYC and Age Verification

While we do not process money, we support the principles of Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) laws. We require users to confirm they are 18+ to access our specific guides.

Real-money operators are required by law to verify the identity of their customers. This usually involves submitting a photo ID and proof of address. We educate our users on why this process is necessary for a safe ecosystem.

7. Legal Enquiries

For any questions regarding our compliance, copyright, or data protection practices, please contact our legal team.

Email: [email protected]

Address: [Digital Service - No Physical Office Publicly Listed], Auckland, New Zealand.