The New Zealand Online Casino Gambling Bill (Bill) is now at the Second Reading stage of the parliamentary process. If it passes this stage, it will go to a committee of the whole House, it will then be read for a third time and voted on. If the bill is passed it will progress for Royal Assent. The New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) has published an updated timeline on the anticipated commencement of the Bill and the licensing process. At present, the DIA anticipates that the Bill will pass into law and commence on 1 May 2026.

Significant reforms to Australia’s AML/CTF regime will take effect from 31 March 2026, impacting all existing reporting entities. While engaging external advisors can support effective compliance, venues remain legally responsible for meeting their obligations. Selecting the right advisor requires careful consideration of expertise, methodology and approach.

Following the recent announcement that Senet has been ranked in the Chambers Asia Pacific Guide 2026, we are pleased to share that Senet has now been ranked in the Chambers Global Guide 2026 - one of the most respected independent assessments of legal and professional services expertise in the world.  These rankings are in addition to individual rankings achieved in both Guides by Julian Hoskins and Daniel Lovecek for 2026.

The UK Government has announced significant changes to gambling tax duties in an effort to raise over £1 billion per year to support ailing public finances and tax sustainability. The reforms signify a clear shift in gambling policy by the government and raise implications for consumers and online operators regarding profitability, pricing, product mix and long-term sustainability in the UK market.

New Zealand government’s Minister of Internal Affairs, Hon Brooke van Velden, has released the Cabinet paper and associated materials relating to the Online Casino Gambling Bill. The Cabinet paper addressed the main concern that came up during the select committee process, in which nearly 4,000 submissions advocated for community returns to be included in the Bill.

Insights from Andrew Rhodes, Chief Executive of the UK Gambling Commission, keynote at the 2025 IAGR Conference, and what his remarks on crypto adoption and regulatory risk mean for the Australian gambling sector.

Not too hot, not too cold – just right. The future of responsible gambling reforms in Australia's wagering landscape is turning into a Goldilocks tale of its own.

On 30 June 2025, the New Zealand Government introduced the Online Casino Gambling Bill, which marks an important step towards regulation of online casinos in the jurisdiction.

The recent UK case of Durber v PPB Entertainment Limited has both Australian and International wagering operators keen to review their terms and conditions.

Raffles (also known as ‘Art Unions’) can be powerful fundraising tools for community and charitable organisations. However, before an organisation begins, it is critical that it understands the legal requirements applying to the conduct of its proposed raffle

Over 640 days ago, the Federal House of Representatives Standing Committee on SocialPolicy and Legal Affairs published its report on online gambling harm in Australia, ‘You WinSome You Lose More’.

NZ Online Gaming Reforms are set to address rise of international online casinos and the safety of consumers that access their services.

New Zealand proposed legislation will allow up to 15 licensed operators to legally offer online casino games to New Zealand citizens by April 2026.

The benefits of emerging AI technologies give rise to many legal considerations and may expose businesses to risk if appropriate safeguards are not enacted.

We’re delighted to release the 2024 edition of Chambers and Partners Gaming Law Global Practice Guide - Gaming Law Trends and Developments.

Senet is pleased to once again deliver the Australian chapter of the ICLG Comparative Legal Guide: Gambling Laws and Regulations Australia 2025.