Terms of Service
Last Updated: 2026
Welcome to codeforaotearoa.org ("the Site"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your access to and use of our website. By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use the Site.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing and using codeforaotearoa.org, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service in their entirety. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of any changes.
Site Purpose
codeforaotearoa.org is an informational and review website dedicated to providing information about online pokies and gambling services available in New Zealand. We are NOT a gambling operator, casino, or online gaming platform. We do not offer any gambling services, accept wagers, or facilitate any form of gambling transactions. Our sole purpose is to provide educational content, reviews, comparisons, and recommendations regarding licensed online casinos and pokie providers.
Age Restriction
You must be at least 18 years of age, or the legal minimum gambling age in New Zealand (whichever is applicable in your jurisdiction), to access and use this Site. By accessing the Site, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. If you are under 18 years of age, you are strictly prohibited from accessing or using the Site. We do not knowingly collect information from minors.
Disclaimer
The information, reviews, ratings, and recommendations provided on codeforaotearoa.org are for informational purposes only and are not guaranteed to be accurate, complete, or up-to-date. Online casino terms, conditions, promotional offers, and availability are subject to change without notice.
We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of any information on the Site. You should independently verify all information directly with the respective gambling operators before making any decisions. We are not responsible for any inaccuracies, outdated information, or changes made by third-party casinos or service providers.
Gambling involves risk and may result in financial loss. We strongly encourage responsible gambling practices and recommend setting limits on your spending and time spent gambling.
Affiliate Relationship
codeforaotearoa.org is an affiliate website. We earn commissions and financial compensation from online casinos and gambling operators whose products and services we review and recommend on the Site. This affiliate relationship may create a financial incentive to recommend certain casinos or operators.
Please note that our recommendations are based on our assessment of each operator, but the financial incentive should be considered when reading our reviews. We strive to provide honest and transparent reviews, but we encourage you to conduct your own research before engaging with any gambling operator.
Intellectual Property
All content on codeforaotearoa.org, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the intellectual property of Code for Aotearoa or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright and intellectual property laws.
You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to view and use the Site's content for personal, non-commercial purposes only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, transmit, or create derivative works of any Site content without prior written permission from Code for Aotearoa. Unauthorized use of the Site's intellectual property may result in legal action.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by New Zealand law, codeforaotearoa.org and its owners, operators, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use or inability to use the Site or its content, including but not limited to financial losses resulting from gambling activities.
We are not responsible for the actions, products, services, or policies of any third-party gambling operators or casinos. Your use of external gambling platforms is entirely at your own risk.
Governing Law
These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand for any legal proceedings arising from or relating to these Terms or your use of the Site.
Changes to Terms
Code for Aotearoa reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site. Your continued use of codeforaotearoa.org following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically to remain informed of any changes.
Contact
If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms of Service or the Site, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
We will make reasonable efforts to respond to your inquiry within a reasonable timeframe.