New Zealand’s government has responded to mounting public pressure by rewriting part of its proposed Online Casino Gambling Bill. A key update will see 4% of offshore gambling revenue redirected to local sports clubs, community groups, and grassroots organizations — a move aimed at easing concerns over lost funding from traditional gambling sources like pokies, […]
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NZ Sports Groups Slam Online Casino Bill Over Missing Community Funding
New Zealand’s Online Casino Gambling Bill is facing backlash from the sports sector, with more than 50 organizations warning it could gut community sport funding. The bill, introduced in June by Internal Affairs Minister Brooke van Velden, aims to regulate offshore casino platforms by issuing up to 15 licenses to international operators. It passed its […]
Thailand’s Casino Bill Sparks Heated Debate Amid Hopes for Economic Revival
Thailand’s cabinet has approved the controversial Entertainment Complex Bill, clearing the first hurdle in the push to legalize casino resorts in the country. The move marks a significant step in a long-running debate over whether gambling should be permitted as part of broader tourism and economic development efforts. The proposed legislation now heads to parliament, […]
Victoria Advances Mandatory Pre-commitment Gambling Reform
Bill Passes Lower House, Moving to Legislative Council The Victorian Parliament has made a significant stride toward gambling reform with the passage of the Gambling Legislation Amendment (Pre-commitment and Carded Play) Bill 2024. The bill cleared the Legislative Assembly with a 53-25 vote and now advances to the Legislative Council for further consideration. Key Reform […]
Anticipated Dutch Gambling Legislation: A Strategic Shift for 2025
The Dutch government, led by the State Secretary for Legal Protection, Teun Struycken, is about to introduce a new gambling bill by the end of 2025. This new legislation will increase the age limit for online slots to 21, aiming to strengthen protections for younger adults. Background and Development Last December, Struycken reported his ongoing […]
