Terms of Service

Last Updated: 2026

Welcome to akwest.co.nz ("Website"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our Website and all content, services, and materials available herein. By accessing and using this Website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this Website.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using akwest.co.nz, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not accept these Terms, you must immediately cease using this Website. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and continued use of the Website following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

2. Site Purpose

akwest.co.nz is an informational and review website designed to provide educational content about online casinos available in New Zealand. We are NOT a gambling operator, casino, or betting exchange. We do not offer gambling services, accept wagers, or process payments for gambling activities.

The purpose of this Website is solely to:

This Website is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as an endorsement of any particular casino operator or gambling service.

3. Age Restriction

You must be at least 18 years of age or the minimum legal gambling age in New Zealand, whichever is greater, to use this Website. By accessing this Website, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. We do not permit access to this Website by persons under the legal gambling age. If you are under 18 years of age, you are prohibited from using this Website and accessing any gambling-related services or casinos referenced herein.

4. Disclaimer

The information, reviews, ratings, and content provided on akwest.co.nz are for informational purposes only and are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of any information on this Website.

Casino information, bonus offers, terms and conditions, and other details may change without notice. Bonus terms, wagering requirements, game availability, and licensing status can vary and may differ from what is stated on this Website.

You must independently verify all information directly with the relevant casino operator before:

We assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies in the information provided on this Website. Each online casino is solely responsible for their own terms, conditions, policies, and compliance with applicable New Zealand gambling laws.

5. Affiliate Relationship

akwest.co.nz may earn affiliate commissions, referral fees, or other compensation when you click on links to online casinos and subsequently sign up, create an account, or place wagers through those casinos. This is a material relationship that may influence the content and recommendations on this Website.

We disclose our affiliate relationships transparently. The presence of a link to a casino does not constitute an endorsement of that operator, and we may receive financial benefit from your visit to any linked website.

You are under no obligation to use any links on this Website. You may search for and access casino operators independently if you prefer.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on akwest.co.nz, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, videos, reviews, and software, is the property of akwest.co.nz 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 access and view the content on this Website for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or transmit any content from this Website without prior written permission from akwest.co.nz.

Unauthorized use of any content may violate copyright, trademark, and other applicable laws and may result in legal action.

7. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY NEW ZEALAND LAW, akwest.co.nz AND ITS OWNERS, OPERATORS, EMPLOYEES, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:

Your use of linked casino operators and participation in gambling activities are entirely at your own risk. We are not responsible for any losses, disputes, or issues arising from your interactions with any casino operator.

8. Governing Law

These Terms of Service and your use of akwest.co.nz are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to its conflicts of law principles.

Any legal action or dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or this Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand. You agree to submit to the jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts and waive any objection to venue in such courts.

9. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify, update, or change these Terms of Service at any time at our sole discretion. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of akwest.co.nz following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

We recommend that you review these Terms periodically to remain informed of any changes.

10. Contact

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms of Service or this Website, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

We will endeavor to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.

Responsible Gambling Notice: If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please seek help. Contact the Gambling Helpline Aotearoa or visit www.gambleawareaotearoa.nz for support and resources.