Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
Online pokies and casino games are designed for entertainment purposes only. They should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and the outcome of every game is determined by random chance. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in your region) to participate in online gaming. We take age restrictions seriously and verify all players before allowing access to our partner sites. If you are under the legal age, please do not gamble.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in your own behaviour? If so, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, school, relationships, or hobbies due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Failed attempts to control or reduce gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling losses
If you've ticked any of these boxes, please reach out for support today.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer practical tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a gaming session
- Time Reminders: Receive alerts after a set period of play to encourage breaks
- Reality Checks: Pop-up notifications showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently block your account to take a break from gambling
Always make use of these tools and review your settings regularly.
Support Organizations in New Zealand & Beyond
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, confidential support is available:
New Zealand
- Gambling Helpline Aotearoa: 0800 654 655 (free, confidential, 24/7) | www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
- Problem Gambling Foundation: www.pgf.nz
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (National Self-Exclusion Scheme): www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: 1-800-522-4700 | www.ncpgambling.org
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): www.bzga.de
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—thousands of people successfully recover from problem gambling with proper support. Contact one of the organizations above, speak to a trusted friend or family member, or visit your healthcare provider. Recovery is possible, and help is available 24/7.
Your wellbeing is more important than any game.