As Lead Editor, Sarah Troughton heads our digital testing lab, where she personally vets every casino partner before they earn a spot on our lists. With a background in UI/UX design and a decade of experience in the international iGaming circuit, Sarah’s mission is to ensure that a "Great Bonus" on paper actually translates to a great experience on your phone.

She specializes in bonus transparency, stripping back the marketing jargon to expose the true value of free spins and wagering requirements for New Zealand players. Sarah’s "Player-First" editorial policy means if a game isn't optimized for NZ mobile networks or a bonus has predatory terms, it doesn't get published. When she’s not deconstructing RNG mechanics, she’s exploring the hiking trails of the Waitakere Ranges.

"My job is to be the filter. I play the games and read the fine print so our readers don't have to deal with the guesswork."