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EXPLAINER: Classes of Gambling in Aotearoa

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Show Notes

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

Music:

"Semi-Funk" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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