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Kiwis Deserve Safe Gambling That Gives Back
The Government’s new Online Casino Gambling Bill, currently under Select Committee review, is a step in the right direction toward creating a safer, fairer, and more transparent gambling environment for New Zealanders. As the country’s leading source of information on legal online gambling, we at PlayCasino.co.nz support the push to regulate offshore operators and introduce licensing, age checks, harm minimisation measures, and tax contributions.
But we believe the bill has a serious flaw: it makes no provision for the ongoing funding of community sport, which currently receives over NZ$170 million annually from gaming machine grants.
This gap in the legislation threatens the very fabric of Kiwi sport — the local clubs, youth teams, and community programmes that rely on consistent, ring-fenced funding from gambling grants. If licensed online operators are going to take market share away from the current retail sector, then it is only fair and responsible that they contribute back to the communities they serve.
We Believe in Smart Regulation That Gives Back
The bill includes strong proposals for reducing harm, enforcing local oversight, and holding operators accountable. That’s excellent — and long overdue.
But regulation is not just about minimising harm. It’s also about maximising benefit. And right now, community sport stands to lose big.
As Martin Snedden, Chair of Cycling New Zealand, rightly put it:
“Sport has thrived for decades off the back of community gambling grants. It all goes to clubs, not professional sport.”
We couldn’t agree more. If these new offshore casinos are to be welcomed into our regulatory framework, then they must be required to support the public good, just like the domestic gaming trusts they’ll be replacing.
Public Submissions Close 17 August – Let’s Make Our Voices Heard
This is not a done deal. The bill is still under Select Committee review, and the Government is accepting public submissions until 17 August. That means every New Zealander has a chance to weigh in and help shape the future of online gambling in Aotearoa.
We’re calling on our readers, our fellow players, sports lovers, parents, club organisers — everyone who cares about keeping our communities strong — to speak up.
We’ll be publishing a simple guide to help you make a submission quickly and easily. The more people who raise this issue, the harder it will be for lawmakers to ignore.
How We See It: Four Principles for a Better Gambling Bill
- Safer Gambling for Players
We fully support age verification, harm prevention, and enforcement of responsible gambling standards. - Legal Options for Kiwis
Licensing offshore operators gives Kiwis safe, controlled alternatives to the black-market casinos they’re already using. - Fair Play for Communities
If operators are earning revenue from Kiwi players, they must return some of it to the grassroots clubs that hold our communities together. - Transparency for All
Licensing is meaningless unless it comes with clear rules — and clear benefits — for the whole country.
We want the Online Casino Gambling Bill to succeed. We want safer play. But we won’t stay silent while community sport is pushed to the side.
We’ll Only Recommend Licensed, Responsible Operators
Once New Zealand’s online gambling market is regulated, we at PlayCasino.co.nz will only promote and review licensed casinos that meet the highest standards of safety, fairness, and transparency.
But we also want to see those operators contributing back — not just to tax revenue or harm services, but to the clubs and communities that make New Zealand what it is.
Final Word: Gambling Should Be Safe — and It Should Give Back
This bill is a chance to build a future where gambling works for players and communities, not just for offshore companies.
Let’s not miss that chance.
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Red Rake Gaming strengthens its expansion in Switzerland through partnership with 7Melons.ch

Red Rake Gaming, a leading provider of premium online casino content, announces its partnership with 7Melons.ch, the official online casino of the prestigious Grand Casino Bern, further strengthening its position in the regulated Swiss market.
7Melons.ch, launched in 2020 following the legalisation of online gaming in Switzerland, operates under an official Swiss concession (Konzession) and offers an authentic, safe, and fully licensed local experience. Backed by the strong reputation of Grand Casino Bern, the platform stands out for its commitment to player protection, secure transactions, and a mobile-optimised gaming environment.
As part of its growth strategy, 7Melons.ch is focusing on CRM automation, localised acquisition campaigns, and enhancing its VIP experience. The operator is investing in performance marketing, expanding its game portfolio, improving platform features, and building long-term brand equity, with the goal of becoming one of the leading names in Swiss online entertainment.
Nick Barr, Managing Director at Red Rake Gaming Malta, commented: “We are delighted to collaborate with 7Melons.ch and Grand Casino Bern to bring our top content to Swiss players. The platform combines the trust of a historic brand with a modern and secure digital experience, making it the ideal partner to expand our presence in this region. We are confident our games will deliver added value and exciting experiences for players in Switzerland.”
This collaboration reinforces Red Rake Gaming’s commitment to creating innovative content tailored to local regulations and designed for highly regulated markets. Players in Switzerland will have access to a wide and diverse game portfolio, featuring standout functionalities, interactive mini-games, and a safe, immersive gaming experience.
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BC.GAME Launches “Nezha” Slot with Up to 46,656 Ways to Win and 10,000x Max Payout

Global crypto igaming platform BC.GAME has announced the release of its brand-new video slot — “Nezha”. Featuring a 6-reel × 4-row base layout with 4,096 ways to win, the game can expand to 6 rows high and up to 46,656 ways through special symbols, offering players the chance to win up to 10,000x their bet. Inspired by the legendary Chinese mythological hero Ne Zha, this high-volatility slot blends traditional artistry, immersive storytelling, and innovative gameplay for an epic reel-spinning adventure.
Mythical Theme & Immersive Experience
In “Nezha,” players will embark on a quest to help the hero reclaim his powers and turn the tide against the Dragon King and his mighty army. Stunning visuals depict Ne Zha, dragon warriors, and deep-sea monsters as high-value symbols, set against an elegant landscape infused with Chinese ink-painting aesthetics and a battle-charged atmosphere.
Key Features
- Multi-way Wins: Base layout offers 4,096 ways to win, with Demon Pearl symbols expanding reels up to 6 rows high for a maximum of 46,656 ways.
- Spirit Pearl Wild: Appears on reels 2–5, expanding to cover the full reel and stacking multipliers up to 6x. Multipliers from multiple Spirit Pearls are added together.
- Demon Pearl Symbol: Reveals random high-value symbols and increases reel height for more win possibilities.
- Cascade Mechanic: Winning symbols are removed, and new symbols fall in, creating opportunities for consecutive wins.
- High RTP: Theoretical return to player reaches 97.29%, offering long-term high potential.
Dragon War Bonus Game
Collecting 3 or more Tianyuan Ding Scatter symbols to trigger the Dragon War Bonus Game:
- 3 Scatters award 10 Free Spins
- 4 Scatters award 13 Free Spins
During the Bonus Game, at least one Demon Pearl symbol is guaranteed to land on each spin. Additionally, every sequence of four consecutive cascade wins transforms one high-value symbol into a Wild and awards two extra Free Spins. The highest-value symbol remains unchanged but receives an incremental multiplier with each winning combination it contributes to.
Buy Bonus Options
Players can instantly access special features:
- Bonus Boost Special Spins: Enhances the likelihood of triggering the Bonus Game by a factor of six.
- Spirit Spins: Ensures the appearance of at least one Spirit Multiplier and one Spirit Pearl symbol on every spin.
- Buy Bonus Options – “3 Tianyuan Ding” / “4 Tianyuan Ding”: Allows direct access to the Bonus Game with 10 or 13 Free Spins, respectively.
- Destiny Draw: Offers a randomized entry into the Bonus Game, awarding either 10 or 13 Free Spins with a 50/50 probability.
Big Wins & High Potential
From the base 4,096 ways to the expanded 46,656 ways, “Nezha” offers exciting winning potential. When a single round reaches the 10,000x bet cap, the round ends immediately, awarding the capped prize.
“Nezha” is now available on BC.GAME across desktop and mobile platforms.
About BC.GAME
BC.GAME is a global crypto iGaming platform offering casino, slots, and sports betting, with full cryptocurrency support and innovative, provably fair games for players worldwide.
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N1 Puzzle Promo: Complete Challenges, Earn Puzzles, and Get a Chance to Win a VR Pilot Course!

The N1 Puzzle Promo from N1 Partners affiliate program is picking up pace — and the competition for the main prize, a real helicopter Robinson R22 Beta II, is getting serious.
One of the best casino affiliate programs N1 has launched a special activity for participants, offering a chance to earn extra puzzle pieces and try their luck in a draw for awesome prizes! Simple as that.
Campaign period: August 15 – November 15, 2025.
All the details are below.
To earn additional puzzle pieces and improve your position on the leaderboard, you need to complete the following challenges:
- Be a registered participant of the N1 Puzzle Promo and have minimum one puzzle piece already earned for traffic
- Post positive reviews about your cooperation with N1 Partners on 4 websites: Business of Apps, Affpaying, CPA.Club, and Trustpilot (direct links to N1 Partners profiles below):
- https://www.businessofapps.com/affiliate/n1-partners/
- https://www.affpaying.com/n1partners
- https://cpa.club/en/companies/n1-partners
- https://www.trustpilot.com/review/n1.partners
- Subscribe to N1 Partners’ social media:
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/n1_partners
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/n1partners/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/n1partners
- Take part in the N1 Partners survey
Here come the rewards.
In addition to three extra puzzle pieces for the main leaderboard, all participants will enter a giveaway for a home VR flight training set — the “Pilot Course”.
What’s inside the set?
- Meta Quest 3 (128 GB)
- Licensed VR simulator
- PC-compatible cable
Find more details about the special tasks on our website at the following link: https://n1.partners/news-page/n1-puzzle-promo-challenge
N1 Puzzle Promo: More traffic → More puzzles → Closer to the winning!
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