Regulation of online casinos in New Zealand

MARKET RELEASE SkyCity Entertainment Group Limited (SKC.NZX/SKC.ASX) 30 July 2024 Regulation of online casinos in New Zealand The New Zealand Government has today announced a high-level approach to regulating online casinos designed to minimise harm, support tax collection, and provide consumer protections to New Zealanders. The new regulatory system is expected to be in place from early 2026. Details of the Government’s high-level approach are available at https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/regulating-online-casinos-approach. Further details are expected to be announced later this year. The SkyCity Entertainment Group remains supportive of the regulation of online casino gaming in New Zealand with an emphasis on strong host responsibility and delivering community benefits in New Zealand. ENDS For more information, please contact: Investors and analysts - Craig Brown Head of Investor Relations & Corporate Development Mobile: +64 27 470 6802 E-mail: craig.brown@skycity.co.nz Media - Graeme Muir GM Communications Phone: +64 21 426 844 Email: graeme.muir@skycity.co.nz This announcement has been authorised for release by: Jo Wong, General Counsel & Company Secretary