Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose. Remember: the house always has an edge, and outcomes are determined by chance.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use online gambling services in Aotearoa New Zealand. If you are under 18, please do not proceed. Gambling is illegal for minors.

By accessing this site, you confirm that you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem. Please seek help immediately:

• Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
• Neglecting work, study, relationships, or responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
• Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Lying about the extent of your gambling
• Using gambling as a source of income rather than entertainment

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you're willing to lose during a session
• Session Time Limits: Automatically log you out after a predetermined gaming session
• Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming sites
• Account Closure: Close your account if you need to step away from gambling

Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gambling habits.

Support Organizations & Helplines

If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, please contact one of these organizations:

New Zealand

• Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ): Phone 0800 664 262 (free, confidential) | www.problemgambling.nz
• Gambling Helpline NZ: Phone 0800 532 332 | Available 24/7

International Support

• GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk | Phone: 0808 8020 133
• GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk | Multi-operator self-exclusion scheme
• Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org | 1-800-522-4700

If You Need Help

Don't suffer in silence. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. If you're struggling with gambling, reaching out to a professional counselor or support organization is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ) on 0800 664 262 today. All calls are free and confidential.

Gambling should always be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.