At Casino Blacks, we believe that all NZ players deserve honest, correct and updated information about online casinos.
Our team doesn’t just skim the surface; we audit all the facts, test the payout speeds, payment methods, game variety, fairness, and verify the licenses.
Led by founder Aaron Smith, our editorial team brings over 20 years of combined gambling experience to the ‘Front Row’ of the New Zealand iGaming industry.
Aaron Smith
Title: Founder, Casino Analyst & Chief Editor
Short Bio: With over a decade of experience in New Zealand’s land-based and digital gaming sectors, Aaron Smith founded Casino Blacks to connect players and offshore operators. Aaron specialises in regulatory compliance and player advocacy. He ensures every site we list meets the ‘Gold Standard’ of security.
Thadeus Geodfrey
Title: Lead Technical Analyst, Writer and Editor
Short Bio: Thadeus Geodfrey is a professional iGaming writer and analyst. Thadeus breaks down the ‘fine print’ of online casinos through transparent reviews and expert-led How-To guides. Thadeus’s mission is to ensure every Kiwi player has the technical knowledge to play smarter and stay secure.
Our editorial standards
Why Kiwi players trust the Casino Blacks seal of approval.
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Hands-on casino testing
We personally deposit, play, and withdraw from every casino we review. We perform a “Real Money” audit to verify that payout speeds meet the Casino Blacks standard.
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Mathematical verification
Our lead analyst, Thadeus, is conducting reviews, checking that casinos meet standards and provide safe, secure, and fast services.
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100% Independence
Our reviews cannot be bought. While we are an affiliate site, we maintain strict editorial independence. If a casino fails our checks, it is Blacklisted.
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