Are online pokies legal for New Zealand players?

Yes, playing online pokies NZ is legal for Kiwi players. The Gambling Act 2003 prohibits New Zealand-based operators from offering online casino services without a local licence, but it does not criminalise individual players accessing offshore-licensed platforms.

What is the best RTP percentage to look for in an online pokie?

As a general guide, aim for pokies with an RTP of 96% or higher. Some of the highest-paying online slots reach 97-98% RTP.

Can I play online pokies in New Zealand dollars?

Yes. Most reputable NZ-friendly casinos accept New Zealand dollars as a native currency, meaning your deposits, wagers, and withdrawals are all processed in NZD without currency conversion fees.

How do progressive jackpot pokies work?

Progressive jackpot pokies accumulate prize pools from a network of players across multiple casinos. Each time someone places a bet, a small percentage feeds into the central jackpot. This pool keeps growing until one lucky player triggers the jackpot.

What is the difference between a free spins bonus and a no-deposit bonus?

A free spins bonus gives you a set number of complimentary spins on a specified slot game. A no-deposit bonus is broader and may include free spins or bonus cash credited just for registering, with no deposit required.

Privacy Policy

Last Updated: January 2026

StreamCare ("we," "us," "our," or "Company") operates streamcare.org.nz (the "Website"). This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our Website.

Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with our policies and practices, please do not use our Website.

Information We Collect

We may collect information about you in a variety of ways. The information we may collect on the Website includes:

Personal Data: Name, email address, and phone number (when voluntarily provided)
Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system, and device identifiers
Cookie Data: Information stored through cookies and similar tracking technologies
Usage Data: Pages visited, links clicked, time spent on pages, referral sources, and interaction patterns
Location Data: General geographic location based on IP address (to verify New Zealand access)

How We Use Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide, maintain, and improve the Website and its content
To track affiliate commissions and performance metrics from casino partners
To conduct website analytics and user behavior analysis
To personalise your experience and deliver relevant content
To monitor and prevent fraudulent activity and abuse
To comply with legal obligations under New Zealand law
To send promotional materials and updates (with your consent)

Cookie Policy

Our Website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember your preferences and track usage patterns.

Types of Cookies We Use:

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality
Analytics Cookies: Track user behavior to improve site performance
Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Monitor referrals to our casino partners for commission purposes
Marketing Cookies: Deliver personalised advertising and promotional content

Opt-Out Options: You can disable cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.

Third-Party Links

Our Website contains links to third-party casino operators and affiliate websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or security of these external sites. Each linked website maintains its own privacy policy, and we encourage you to review those policies before providing personal information.

When you click on casino affiliate links, you acknowledge that you are leaving our Website and that we do not control or endorse the destination website's practices.

Your Rights

As a user accessing this Website from New Zealand, you have the following rights regarding your personal information:

Right of Access: Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you
Right of Correction: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Right of Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
Right to Object: Object to processing of your information for marketing purposes
Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent for data processing at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details provided in the "Contact Us" section.

Note: If you are accessing this Website from the European Union or United Kingdom, additional GDPR rights apply. If you are in the United States, CCPA rights may apply depending on your residency.

Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by New Zealand law.

Personal Data: Retained for the duration of your use of the Website and up to 3 years after last interaction
Cookie Data: Typically retained for up to 24 months (or as set by individual cookie expiration dates)
Analytics Data: Retained for analytical purposes in anonymised form indefinitely
Affiliate Tracking Data: Retained for up to 7 years to comply with financial and tax regulations

If you request deletion of your personal data, we will remove it within 30 days unless legal obligations require us to retain it.

Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our privacy practices, please contact us at:

Email: [email protected]

Website: streamcare.org.nz

We will endeavour to respond to your inquiry within 20 working days.

This Privacy Policy is effective as of January 2026 and may be updated periodically. We encourage you to review this policy regularly for any changes.