Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and never view gambling as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the house, and losing is a real possibility every time you play.
Age Verification
In New Zealand, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling. If you are under 18, please do not use this website or engage in any form of gambling. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental controls to prevent underage access to gambling websites.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling habits from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Feeling unable to stop or control your gambling behaviour
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other emotional problems
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer the following tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're prepared to lose before stopping
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling websites
- Session Timers: Set time limits for your gaming sessions
- Account Cooling-Off Period: Take a break from gambling for a set period
We encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support Organizations & Helplines
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, the following organisations provide free, confidential support:
New Zealand
- Gambling Helpline (NZ): 0800 654 655 (free, confidential, 24/7)
- Website: www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
- Problem Gambling Foundation: www.pgf.nz
International Support Services
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion): www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support—many people have overcome gambling problems with the right assistance. Contact the Gambling Helpline on 0800 654 655 to speak with a trained counsellor who can provide confidential advice and support options.
Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it's no longer fun, it's time to get help.