Terms of Service

    Last Updated: 2026

    Welcome to akwest.co.nz. These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website and all content, services, and products available through our site. By accessing and using this website, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to abide by the above, please do not use this service.

    Acceptance of Terms

    By accessing and using akwest.co.nz, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be legally bound by all terms and conditions contained herein. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must discontinue use of the website immediately. 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

    akwest.co.nz is an informational and review website dedicated to providing content about online pokies and casinos available to New Zealand residents. We are NOT a gambling operator, gaming platform, or licensed casino. We do not facilitate gambling transactions, accept wagers, or provide gaming services.

    Our website exists solely to:

    All gambling activities must be conducted directly through licensed and regulated gambling operators, not through our website.

    Age Restriction

    You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal minimum gambling age in your jurisdiction within New Zealand to use this website, whichever is higher. By using akwest.co.nz, you represent and warrant that you meet this age requirement. We do not permit access to this website by individuals under the legal gambling age. If you are under 18 years of age, you must leave this website immediately.

    Disclaimer

    While we strive to provide accurate, up-to-date, and reliable information, akwest.co.nz makes no warranty regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any content published on our site. Information regarding online casinos, bonus terms, gaming options, licensing status, and regulatory compliance may change without notice.

    You acknowledge that:

    Affiliate Relationship

    akwest.co.nz earns affiliate commissions and referral fees from online casinos and gaming operators when users click through our links and create accounts or make deposits. This creates a financial incentive for us to promote certain operators.

    You acknowledge that:

    We are transparent about our affiliate relationships and do not accept payment to alter or suppress negative reviews.

    Intellectual Property

    All content on akwest.co.nz, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, articles, reviews, and layouts, is the property of akwest.co.nz or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws. You may not reproduce, republish, distribute, or transmit any content without our express written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

    Unauthorized use of our intellectual property may result in legal action. All trademarks, service marks, and logos on this website are the property of their respective owners.

    Limitation of Liability

    To the maximum extent permitted by New Zealand law, akwest.co.nz, its owners, operators, and content providers shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:

    You assume full responsibility and risk for all gambling decisions and financial losses resulting from gaming activities. We are not liable for any gambling losses or disputes with gaming operators.

    Governing Law

    These Terms of Service are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New Zealand, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any legal proceedings or claims arising from your use of akwest.co.nz shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New Zealand.

    Changes to Terms

    akwest.co.nz reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the site following any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically for changes. If you do not agree to any modifications, you must cease using the website.

    Contact

    If you have questions, concerns, or complaints regarding these Terms of Service or our website practices, please contact us at:

    Email: legal@akwest.co.nz

    We will make reasonable efforts to respond to inquiries in a timely manner.