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About BonusFinder New Zealand
BonusFinder New Zealand is an independent online casino review and comparison website covering casinos, sports betting sites, and gambling bonuses available to New Zealand players. Launched in 2018 as BonusFinder’s first international market, we help Kiwi players find reputable offshore casinos by independently testing platforms, evaluating bonuses against real wagering conditions, and publishing transparent, editorially independent reviews.
We are part of the NASDAQ-listed Gambling.com Group. We are not a gambling operator we do not accept bets or hold player funds. New Zealand’s online gambling market is governed by the Gambling Act 2003 and overseen by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA). It’s all about safe, responsible play, and helping you Find More Fun.
Our Story
BonusFinder was founded in 2017 with one goal: to give players accurate, unbiased information about online casinos at a time when most comparison sites were simply listing whoever paid the most. New Zealand was our first international market launched in 2018 and remains one of our most established editorial operations. In 2022 we joined the NASDAQ-listed Gambling.com Group, bringing additional resources to our New Zealand team. Here's how it happened.
2017
BonusFinder is founded
Independent casino comparison brand launched with a mission to provide honest, testable reviews.
2018
BonusFinder enters NZ market
We successfully launched in New Zealand, our second international market, while drafting the roadmap for our entry into the US and Japan. Our growth was matched by professional recognition, as we secured our first nominations for industry leading awards.
2019
Strengthening our European Roots
We opened our London office in Spring 2019 to master the UKGC regulatory landscape, followed by the launch of our dedicated UK site. This move solidified our expertise in regulated European markets and paved the way for our Dublin based headquarters to lead our global expansion.
2020
Scaling our Expertise
Building on our international momentum, we secured five prestigious industry award nominations. Our specialized team grew to 25 experts as we doubled our portfolio of regulated brands, refining the rigorous testing processes that would soon power our new sites.
2021
Further expansion
We expanded into international markets by establishing localized editorial teams and market-specific review criteria. After growing our team to 35 people, we successfully launched our Irish website and began entering Latin American markets.
2022
Joining Gambling.com Group & Award-Winning Growth
BonusFinder reached a new peak in 2022, officially joining the Gambling.com Group. This partnership bolstered our mission to provide the most reliable comparisons for Irish players. The year culminated in winning our first iGB Affiliate Award for Marketing Campaign of the Year, while our global team expanded to 40+ members to support our growing community.
2023
EGR Nordics Gold Award
Winner of the EGR Nordics Gold Award for Best Affiliate Program, further establishing our standing as a top-tier global gambling affiliate.
2024
Expansion of the New Zealand Online Casino Market
We helped more players find bonuses than ever while ensuring we are engaged in talks for the upcoming industry regulation proposed by the NZ government.
2025
Growth and a Refreshed Identity
Our reach now spans over multiple regulated markets, powered by a global team. We celebrated this scale with a comprehensive brand makeover, featuring a sharper logo and a modern color palette symbolizing our renewed commitment to providing the industry’s most transparent reviews and best casino offers.
2026
Strengthening Our Commitment to New Zealand Players
We continue to raise the bar for Kiwi players by prioritising trusted operators, transparent reviews, and responsible gambling tools delivering a safer, more informed experience across the New Zealand market.
How BonusFinder Works in New Zealand
Quick Facts about BonusFinder
Launched in New Zealand in 2018, BonusFinder is dedicated to helping Kiwi players navigate the online gaming landscape. We provide expert comparisons of the best casino and betting offers, ensuring every session is safe, informed, and rewarding.
| Company name | BonusFinder |
| Address | Fitzwilliam Court, 3rd Floor Leeson Cl, Dublin 2, Ireland |
| Website | https://www.bonus.net.nz/ |
| Sector | iGaming |
| Established | 2017 |
| Employees | 623+ |
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BonusFinder continues to grow its presence in New Zealand, partnering with licensed operators to ensure players can easily find trusted, transparent, and rewarding gaming options.
BonusFinder in Numbers
Years in Online Gambling
BonusFinder team is lead by experts in poker, sports betting and slots, backed by over a decade of experience.
Users Satisfied Annually
Over the years, we've guided more than a million players to licensed, trustworthy, and entertaining online casinos. Each site undergoes a thorough review, ensuring users can make confident, informed choices.
Expert Reviews & Guides
BonusFinder offers 500+ brand reviews across all platforms. Whether it's casino reviews, slots, table games, or payment methods, our editorial team rigorously fact checks every guide to help you play smarter.
Our Editorial Policy
At BonusFinder we strive to provide you with accurate, up-to-date and objective information about the New Zealand gaming market. Our content is written by experienced writers and gaming analysts who follow clear guidelines for quality and transparency.
Want to know more about how we review and publish our content? Read our full editorial policy.
Our Team
Our New Zealand editorial team reviews every casino with a real account signing up, depositing, claiming bonuses, and testing withdrawals before writing a single word. Meet the people behind BonusFinder New Zealand:
Neville Bezzina - Lead Editor
Neville Bezzina is an online casino and marketing expert with 14+ years of experience within the digital publishing industry. Neville specialises in demystifying the offshore online casino world for Kiwi players combining global expertise with local insight
Lucy Wynne - Gambling Journalist
Lucy is the mastermind behind our BonusFinder news desk. With years of experience in gambling journalism, she covers regulatory updates, operator developments, and industry news that affect New Zealand players keeping our readers informed on everything that shapes the online gambling landscape in NZ.
Jack Campion - Casino Editor
Jack has worked in the online gambling industry since 2022, first as a copywriter for a major operator before joining BonusFinder as a casino editor in 2025. He tests every casino he reviews hands on, from sign up to withdrawal, and brings an insider's understanding of how bonuses, game design, and platform mechanics actually work. His reviews cut through the marketing noise to give New Zealand players the honest, accurate information they need.
Luciano Passavanti - VP & Fact-Checker
As VP and Director, Luciano oversees our global operations across all 10+ markets. With a career rooted in the complexities of online gambling, he ensures our multi language content maintains a unified gold standard of quality. Luciano manages our international editorial teams and personally supervises our rigorous fact checking process verifying every bonus claim, license status, and regulatory update against primary sources to ensure absolute accuracy for our users.
Why Players Trust BonusFinder New Zealand
Independence
We assess all casinos independently and based on merit. While we do have partnerships, they never influence our editorial ratings or recommendations. Our aim is to give players objective and reliable information.
Accuracy
We verify all facts using trusted sources and review our content regularly. Casino rules, bonuses, and terms are updated to reflect reality not assumptions. We verify operator licences directly via the issuing authority's public register before publishing any review.
Transparency
We clearly explain how we review, rate, and recommend casinos. If we work with a brand, we’re upfront about it. And if something’s unclear, we’ll tell you that too. We clearly label paid placements where they appear. Our editorial scores are never sold to operators.
Fairness
We write for the players not the casinos. Our tone, layout, and comparisons are built to inform, not persuade. Every casino is evaluated using the same core criteria. We apply the same scoring criteria to every casino including operators we have commercial relationships with.
Proof of Testing
Our editors create real accounts, make deposits, claim bonuses, and test withdrawals before writing any review. → See how we test a casino
Our Commitment to NZ Gambling Standards
BonusFinder New Zealand is an independent review and comparison website. We are not a gambling operator and do not handle player funds. Our responsibilities as a New Zealand gambling information provider include:
- International licence verification — every casino we feature holds a valid licence from a recognised international authority (MGA, UKGC, or equivalent). We do not list operators without credible licensing.
- Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) — New Zealand’s online gambling market is governed by the Gambling Act 2003, administered by the DIA. We monitor DIA guidance and any regulatory developments including the ongoing debate around domestic online casino licensing and update our coverage accordingly.
- Responsible gambling tools audit — we check for deposit limits, reality checks, cooling-off periods, and self-exclusion options at every casino we review, and report transparently when they are absent or limited.
- Editorial independence — our review scores are produced independently of our commercial partnerships. We do not accept operator-supplied content or paid editorial placements.
How We Review NZ Online Casinos
New Zealand does not license online casinos domestically Kiwi players use offshore operators under the Gambling Act 2003, overseen by the Department of Internal Affairs (DIA). We only feature operators with strong international licences (Malta Gaming Authority, UK Gambling Commission, or equivalent) and a track record of serving NZ players reliably.
Once that threshold is met, we score each casino across six weighted categories:
| Review Category | Weight | What We Check |
|---|---|---|
| Licence & Safety | 25% | International licence (MGA/UKGC/equivalent), SSL encryption, responsible gambling tools, self-exclusion options, KYC process |
| Bonuses & Promotions | 20% | Welcome offer real value, wagering requirements in plain terms, T&C clarity, existing-player promotions, NZD bonus availability |
| Banking & Withdrawals | 20% | NZD-friendly payment methods, withdrawal speed, deposit and withdrawal limits, KYC timing, POLi and credit card availability |
| Games & Software | 15% | Game variety, reputable software providers, RTP transparency, live casino quality, mobile game availability |
| Customer Support | 10% | Live chat availability, NZ-accessible support hours, response quality, complaint resolution |
| Mobile Experience | 10% | App quality, browser-based performance, iOS and Android compatibility, mobile banking functionality |
How We Earn Money
BonusFinder New Zealand is a free resource for players, supported by affiliate commissions. When you register at a casino through our links, we may receive a fee from the operator. This revenue directly funds our independent research, rigorous first-hand testing, and expert editorial team.
Importantly, our commercial partnerships never dictate our ratings. While some positions on the site are clearly labelled as paid placements, all editorial scores and reviews are produced independently and are never for sale.
Award Wins
- Marketing Campaign of the Year – iGB Affiliate Awards 2022
- Sports Affiliate of the Year 2022 – SBC Awards North America
- Casino Affiliate of the Year 2023 – SBC Awards North America
Award Nominations
- Casino Affiliate of the Year – EGR Operator Awards 2019
- Best Newcomer – iGB Affiliate Awards 2019
- Affiliate of the Year – EGR North America Awards 2020
- Marketing Campaign of the Year – EGR Operator Awards 2020
- Casino Affiliate of the Year – EGR Operator Awards 2020
- Affiliate of the Year – EGR Operator Awards 2020
Responsible Gambling
At BonusFinder, player protection is the foundation of everything we do. We believe gambling should remain a safe, controlled, and enjoyable pursuit. By providing transparent data and essential resources, we empower our community to make informed decisions and maintain a healthy relationship with play.
Gambling should be fun. If you feel your gambling is becoming a problem, these NZ organizations provide free, confidential support:
- Gambling Helpline New Zealand — free helpline: 0800 654 655 (24/7)
- Safer Gambling Aotearoa — free support, counselling and self-exclusion tools across NZ
- Asian Family Services — free gambling support for Asian communities in NZ
- Gamblers Anonymous New Zealand — free peer support meetings across NZ
- Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) — NZ government body responsible for gambling regulation under the Gambling Act 2003
At BonusFinder, safe play is non-negotiable. We verify that our partners provide player protection tools, from session reminders to self exclusion options. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of awareness, connecting our users with the expertise and resources required for a controlled and enjoyable experience.
As Seen On
Not only has BonusFinder been recognized with numerous awards and nominations, but the site has also been praised through notable media coverage.
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