BetPokies is one of the most trusted and referred New Zealand gambling platforms. It was launched in 2020 by John Gold, a gambler with more than 10 years of experience in the field of online gaming. Over the years of its functioning, the platform has evolved, and now it’s owned by ZehrMedia LTD and covers a variety of different topics such as casino reviews, game provider guides, news of the field, gambling laws in Australia, responsible gaming tips, and many others. Such big growth and success of the website weren’t unnoticed in the industry, so now the founder of BetPokies NZ is a prominent and respected figure in the industry, and he is being continuously invited to many prestigious events in different corners of the world, where he shares and exchanges his experience with other experts.
Why BetPokies NZ Is So Respected in the iGaming Industry
BetPokies NZ can definitely be considered one of the most trusted gambling review platforms in New Zealand. Over almost five years of operation, the platform has grown to become a proper guide for players. But how can you ensure that the BetPokies NZ experts’ opinion is the one to be trusted and relied on? We asked John Gold to introduce us to his team and tell us more about their experience:
“When I just started BetPokies NZ, it was a platform where I shared my casino ratings, and that’s it. However, over time, the website has grown into something much bigger and more comprehensive. Now, I have two more people who work on creating guides and articles for BetPokies NZ. My team is a team of professionals, this I can tell for sure.
Charlotte Wilson is now responsible for researching casinos and writing reviews. She has a lot of experience in the field, and I’m really lucky that she’s a part of my team now. Oliver Singh is our data analyst and also the person who double-checks all our guides. What I have never doubted about my team is their expertise and the quality of their work. Each of them is a specialist in their field.”
SiGMA Central Europe Summit with Over 5,000 Gambling Experts in One Place at One Time, Ready to Share Knowledge

SiGMA Central Europe Summit is going to take place on November 3-6, 2025, in Rome, Italy. There are going to be more than 5,000 industry professionals gathered together at the summit. They will discuss trends in the development of the iGaming industry and all the hot topics that are of interest to people in the field, such as regulations, AI development, cryptocurrencies, cybersecurity, data rights, and much more. The conference is cooperating with over 200 exhibitors, who, in turn, will conduct lectures and seminars for other professionals on these topics. Furthermore, this event is a great networking option, giving all attendees the opportunity to meet other people who share the same interests and values.

“We are very excited about the upcoming launch of SiGMA Central Europe Summit, taking place on November 3-6, 2025, in Rome. This event is all about bringing North, Central, and South America together in one place. The tagline, ‘A new chapter in global events,’ says it all — it perfectly captures the spirit of uniting these dynamic regions. If you’re familiar with SiGMA Americas 2024-2025 and SiGMA Europe 2024, think of this as the natural evolution of those two amazing events,” — comments a CEO and founder of SiGMA, Eman Pulis.
What Does John Gold Think About the Upcoming Event in Italy in 2025?
As the owner of BetPokies NZ, John Gold will probably attend the SiGMA Central Europe Summit in Italy on November 3-6, 2025. We, therefore, thought this could be a good opportunity to ask for his opinion about this topic:
“I would be happy if I could visit such a respectable gathering as the SiGMA Central Europe Summit in Rome. I’m ready to create more business connections for further improvements and development of BetPokies NZ. I believe that one of the best ways to learn is to be surrounded by highly experienced professionals, and SiGMA is a perfect place for that. If you are reading this article and are going to attend this event in Italy this year, feel free to contact me at my e-mail address [email protected], and I will be more than happy to have a nice chat with you and share some drinks.”
Thus, putting together the words of John Gold and all we said about what is taking place in Italy, such a conclusion comes to our mind: indeed, we are looking forward with great interest to the future. Well, that means that there are chances that in some time something new will appear on BetPokes.co.nz, and we already can’t wait!