Our Regulatory Outlook for 2026

EXPLAINER: Classes of Gambling in Aotearoa

All legal forms of gambling in New Zealand - no matter the game – fall into a specific gambling ‘class’. In this episode, we take a look at the different ‘classes’ of gambling, why they’re important, and which criteria need to be met at each class.   For more information on Gambling Classes, visit https://www.dia.govt.nz/diawebsite.nsf/wpg_URL/Services-Casino-and-Non-Casino-Gaming-Classes-of-Gambling [https://www.dia.govt.nz/diawebsite.nsf/wpg_URL/Services-Casino-and-Non-Casino-Gaming-Classes-of-Gambling] ABOUT REG TALK NZ  Reg Talk NZ is produced by the New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs | Te Tari Taiwhenua.  This episode was written, recorded and edited by humans. AI tools may have been used to enhance audio quality as required.  Contact: podcast@dia.govt.nz  [podcast@dia.govt.nz ]    DISCLAIMER  Content from this podcast is intended for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.     Visit www.dia.govt.nz [www.dia.govt.nz] or links provided in episode show notes for additional information on the topics covered in each episode.     MUSIC:   "Semi-Funk" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License  http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

INTERVIEW: The AML/CFT Regulator Strategy

On 1 July 2026, the Department of Internal Affairs will will become New Zealand’s sole regulator for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism.  In this episode, we speak to DIA Regulatory Services General Manager John Sneyd about the strategy underpinning this mammoth effort – the AML/CFT Regulator Strategy 2026-2030.  Read the Strategy on the DIA website: https://www.dia.govt.nz/AML-CFT-Regulatory-Strategy-2026-30 [https://www.dia.govt.nz/AML-CFT-Regulatory-Strategy-2026-30] ABOUT REG TALK NZ  Reg Talk NZ is produced by the New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs | Te Tari Taiwhenua.  This episode was written, recorded and edited by humans. AI tools may have been used to enhance audio quality as required.  Contact: podcast@dia.govt.nz [podcast@dia.govt.nz]     DISCLAIMER  Content from this podcast is intended for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.     Visit www.dia.govt.nz [www.dia.govt.nz ]or links provided in episode show notes for additional information on the topics covered in each episode.     MUSIC:   "Flutey Funk" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License  http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  ] ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

EXPLAINER: DIA as the Sole AML/CFT Regulator

A brief look at the what, the how and the why of the Department of Internal Affairs becoming New Zealand’s sole regulator for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT). Find out more about AML/CFT in New Zealand on the DIA website: https://www.dia.govt.nz/AML-CFT-Homepage [https://www.dia.govt.nz/AML-CFT-Homepage ] Visit AMLOnline at: https://aml.dia.govt.nz/ [https://aml.dia.govt.nz/] Subscribe to In the Know [https://confirmsubscription.com/h/j/C0F403D0A04B439C] - DIA's monthly AML/CFT email newsletter ABOUT REG TALK NZ  Reg Talk NZ is produced by the New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs | Te Tari Taiwhenua.  This episode was written, recorded and edited by humans. AI tools may have been used to enhance audio quality as required.  Contact: podcast@dia.govt.nz [podcast@dia.govt.nz]     DISCLAIMER  Content from this podcast is intended for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.     Visit www.dia.govt.nz [https://www.dia.govt.nz/] or links provided in episode show notes for additional information on the topics covered in each episode.     MUSIC:   "Bass Vibes" and "Semi Funk" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License  http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/]   ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

INTERVIEW: Online Casino Gambling Implementation

The Online Casino Gambling Act 2026 came into force on 1 May 2026, paving the way for up to 15 online casino gambling providers to be licenced in New Zealand for the first time. In this episode we're joined by Trina Lowry, Programme Director Online Gambling Implementation and Vicki Scott, Director Gambling to talk through how and why New Zealand is moving to regulate online casino gambling, as well as the approach for doing so and what lies ahead. LINKS * Find out more about the Online Gambling Implementation programme on the DIA website: https://www.dia.govt.nz/Online-Casino-Gambling [https://www.dia.govt.nz/Online-Casino-Gambling] ABOUT REG TALK NZ  Reg Talk NZ is produced by the New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs | Te Tari Taiwhenua.  This episode was written, recorded and edited by humans. AI tools may have been used to enhance audio quality as required.  Contact: podcast@dia.govt.nz  [podcast@dia.govt.nz ]    DISCLAIMER  Content from this podcast is intended for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.   Visit www.dia.govt.nz [www.dia.govt.nz ]or links provided in episode show notes for additional information on the topics covered in each episode.   MUSIC:   "Semi-Funk" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License  http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

EXPLAINER: Poker in Aotearoa

If you're keen to buy in to a Poker game - or host one of your own - there are a few things you need to be aware of. In this episode we look at the different classes of Poker gambling, discuss the rules around how games can be run (and when they need to be licenced) and identify some red flags that players should keep an eye out for. LINKS: * LinkedIn post for hosts planning to run a poker event: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/planning-to-runa-poker-eventmake-sure-ugcPost-7441593134959968256-Y9I-/ [https://www.linkedin.com/posts/planning-to-runa-poker-eventmake-sure-ugcPost-7441593134959968256-Y9I-/] * LinkedIn post for players considering joining a poker game: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/thinking-about-joining-a-poker-game-make-ugcPost-7439063769093292032-_XMH/ [https://www.linkedin.com/posts/thinking-about-joining-a-poker-game-make-ugcPost-7439063769093292032-_XMH/] * DIA Website - Prize Competition Game Rules: https://www.dia.govt.nz/diawebsite.nsf/wpg_URL/Services-Casino-and-Non-Casino-Gaming-Prize-Competition-Game-Rules?OpenDocument [https://www.dia.govt.nz/diawebsite.nsf/wpg_URL/Services-Casino-and-Non-Casino-Gaming-Prize-Competition-Game-Rules?OpenDocument] * DIA Website - Poker Fact Sheet: https://www.dia.govt.nz/diawebsite.nsf/wpg_URL/Services-Casino-and-Non-Casino-Gaming-Fact-Sheets-(Gambling-Act-2003)?OpenDocument#thirteen [https://www.dia.govt.nz/diawebsite.nsf/wpg_URL/Services-Casino-and-Non-Casino-Gaming-Fact-Sheets-(Gambling-Act-2003)?OpenDocument#thirteen] ABOUT REG TALK NZ  Reg Talk NZ is produced by the New Zealand Department of Internal Affairs | Te Tari Taiwhenua.  This episode was written, recorded and edited by humans. AI tools may have been used to enhance audio quality as required.  Contact: podcast@dia.govt.nz [podcast@dia.govt.nz]      DISCLAIMER  Content from this podcast is intended for general information purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.     Visit www.dia.govt.nz [www.dia.govt.nz] or links provided in episode show notes for additional information on the topics covered in each episode.     MUSIC:   "Bama Country" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com [www.incompetech.com])  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License  http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ ]  ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.