Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The outcome of every game is determined by random chance, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling in New Zealand. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and comply with all NZ gambling regulations. If you are under 18, please do not use gambling services on this site.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Gambling for longer periods or with larger amounts than intended
- Neglecting work, study, or relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or depression
- Lying to others about the extent of your gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in your behaviour, please reach out for help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Limits
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose
- Time Limits: Receive reminders after a set period of play
- Reality Checks: Regular pop-up notifications showing your session duration and spending
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
Use these tools proactively to stay in control of your gambling activity.
Support Organizations & Help Services
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation – Free and confidential support
Website: www.pgf.nz
Phone: 0800 664 262 (free call) - Gamblers Anonymous NZ – Peer support meetings
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
International Resources
- 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
If You Need Help
Don't suffer in silence. Problem gambling is treatable, and support services are confidential and non-judgmental. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or someone else's, reach out to one of the organisations listed above.
Your wellbeing is more important than any bet. Seek help today.