Last updated: June 2026 — Callum Henare, Forensiclogistics
At Forensiclogistics, every casino review published on forensiclogistics.co.nz is the result of a structured, hands-on evaluation process carried out personally by site owner and lead reviewer Callum Henare. This page explains exactly how that process works, what criteria we use, and how we arrive at a final score for each New Zealand online casino we assess.
We believe New Zealand players deserve clear, honest, and independently verified information before they deposit real money at any online casino. Our methodology is designed to reflect what actually matters to NZ players in 2026, not what casino operators want you to hear.
Before anything else, Callum investigates the casino's legal standing. This includes identifying the issuing licensing authority, checking the license number against the regulator's public database, and reviewing the casino's published terms and conditions for fairness and transparency. Any site that cannot demonstrate a valid, verifiable license from a recognised authority is immediately disqualified from receiving a recommendation on this site.
Callum personally creates a real player account at every casino under review using standard New Zealand credentials. A real-money deposit is made using payment methods commonly available to NZ players. This is a non-negotiable part of our process. We do not accept free demo accounts or operator-sponsored access. Real testing means real money, real friction, and real outcomes.
Where a welcome bonus or promotion is available, Callum claims it as a regular player would and works through the wagering requirements. This reveals how the bonus actually performs in practice, including game restrictions, time limits, and any hidden conditions that are not immediately obvious from the promotional copy.
A cross-section of the game library is tested, including slots from multiple software providers, live dealer tables, and any casino-specific game types. We note load times, mobile compatibility, and whether games behave consistently with their published return-to-player percentages.
Callum tests at least one deposit and one withdrawal using methods relevant to New Zealand players. We record processing times, any fees applied, and the clarity of the cashier interface. We pay particular attention to whether withdrawals are processed within the timeframes stated by the casino.
Our support testing involves contacting the casino through all available channels, including live chat, email, and where available, telephone. We assess response time, accuracy of answers, and the overall professionalism of the support team.
Every casino is accessed and tested on a mobile device running a current version of a mainstream mobile operating system. We evaluate whether the site is responsive, whether games load without errors, and whether key functions such as banking and support are fully accessible on smaller screens.
Each casino receives a score out of 10. That overall score is calculated using a weighted average across six core criteria. The weightings reflect what we believe matters most to NZ players making real decisions about where to play.
| Criteria | Weighting | What We Assess |
|---|---|---|
| Licensing and Safety | 25% | Valid license, responsible gambling tools, SSL encryption, fair terms |
| Bonuses and Promotions | 20% | Bonus value, wagering requirements, clarity of terms, ongoing offers |
| Game Selection | 20% | Number of titles, software providers, live casino quality, game fairness |
| Payment Methods | 15% | NZ-friendly options, withdrawal speed, fees, deposit limits |
| Customer Support | 10% | Availability, response speed, accuracy, helpfulness |
| Mobile Experience | 10% | Responsive design, game performance, mobile banking functionality |
All casinos reviewed on Forensiclogistics receive a score between 1 and 10. Here is what each range means in plain terms:
Only casinos scoring 7.5 or above are typically featured in our recommended lists. Casinos scoring below this threshold are included in our reviews as cautionary references so players know which sites to avoid.
Independence is central to everything we do. Here is how we protect the integrity of our reviews:
Callum Henare is the owner and sole reviewer at Forensiclogistics. Based in New Zealand, Callum has spent several years analysing the online casino industry with a focus on the New Zealand market. His background is in consumer information and digital research, and he applies that same systematic, evidence-based approach to every casino review published on this site. Every opinion expressed on forensiclogistics.co.nz is his own, formed through direct personal testing, not editorial summaries or third-party data.
If you have questions about our methodology or wish to report an inaccuracy in any of our reviews, you are welcome to contact us directly