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Find out about the rules for running gaming machines, how to apply for a gambling or gaming licence, the Council's policy and gambling zones.
Apply for Gambling Consent
Operating gaming machines outside of casinos is categorised under the Gambling Act 2003, as Class 4 gambling because of the high risk.
Gambling Act - NZ legislation website
If you want to operate gaming machines in Wellington city, you must apply for a Class 4 Venue Licence from Wellington City Council.
This applies to:
- new gambling venues
- existing gambling venues that began operations any time after 17 October 2001
- existing venues that want to increase the number of gaming machines at that venue
- existing venues that want to start operating gaming machines which were not on the premise's licence within the previous six months.
Complete the following form. Include the $120 fee with your application.
Gambling Consent (Class 4 Venue Licence) Application Form (447Kb PDF)
Return your completed application to:
The District Licensing Agency
PO Box 2199
Wellington 6140
Apply for a Gaming Licence
Gambling venue
Once you have received a gambling consent from the Council you must also apply for any gaming licences required by the Department of Internal Affairs.
Casino and Non-Casino Gaming - Department of Internal Affairs website
Council Policy
The Council has a Gambling Venues Policy to:
- Manage the growth of gaming machines - The policy sets a maximum number of machines that can be operated within suburban areas of the city.
- Ensure supervision - The policy requires gaming machine venues to have a current on-licence with a designation, a club liquor licence, or a permanent club charter under the Sale of Liquor Act 1989.
Gaming Venue Zones
Wellington is divided into seven gaming venue zones. Check the maps below to find out which zone you are in and the maximum number of gaming machines allowed in each zone.
All these map PDFs open in a new window.
- Central Zone Map (298Kb PDF)
- Eastern Zone Map (538Kb PDF)
- Lambton Zone Map (352Kb PDF)
- Northern Zone Map (381Kb PDF)
- Onslow Zone Map (236Kb PDF)
- Southern Zone Map (307Kb PDF)
- Western Zone Map (343Kb PDF)
Related Links
- Casino and Non-Casino Gaming - Department of Internal Affairs website
- Gambling Venues Policy
- Liquor Licensing
Department Details:
Building Consents & Licensing Services
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