About Gareth
Gareth Williams is the founder and senior reviewer of Orchard Street. With more than ten years covering the online gambling industry, Gareth has reviewed hundreds of casinos and sportsbooks, with a particular focus on the New Zealand and Australian markets.
His approach is hands-on and sceptical: he opens real accounts, deposits real money, claims the bonuses, plays the games and times every withdrawal — so his verdicts reflect the genuine player experience, not marketing copy. Gareth is especially knowledgeable about payout speeds, wagering-requirement traps and the Kiwi-friendly payment methods that matter to NZ players.
Areas of Expertise
- Online casino reviews & payout testing
- Sports betting odds & markets
- Cryptocurrency casinos & provably-fair gaming
- New Zealand gambling regulation (incl. the Online Casino Gambling Act 2026)
- Responsible gambling & player protection
Editorial Commitment
Gareth and the team rank sites independently using our published review methodology. Commercial relationships never influence scores. Gareth is a firm advocate for responsible gambling and leads Orchard Street's commitment to signposting the Gambling Helpline NZ 0800 654 655 on every page.
Contact Gareth via our contact page.