Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies should only be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any form of entertainment, you should only spend money you can afford to lose. If you find yourself gambling to make money or recover losses, it may be time to seek help.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to play online pokies in New Zealand. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and protecting young people. If you are under 18, please do not use this website or participate in any gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in your own behaviour?
- Chasing losses — trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or partners
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or manage stress and emotions
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent on gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
If you recognise any of these signs, please reach out for support — help is available.
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable online pokies operators in New Zealand offer responsible gambling tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Limit the amount of money you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Time Limits: Set reminders or automatic session timeouts to help you take breaks
- Reality Checks: Pop-up notifications reminding you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account to take a break from gambling
Take advantage of these tools — they're designed to help you gamble responsibly.
Get Help — Support Organisations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available. Here are trusted organisations that can help:
New Zealand
- Gambling Helpline (NZ): 0800 654 655 — Free, confidential support available 24/7 (call or text)
- Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ): www.pgf.nz — Counselling, resources, and support services
International Support
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk — Free counselling and support for problem gambling
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Online counselling and resources
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org — Information and support services
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US): www.ncpgambling.org — Resources and helpline information
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is treatable, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of someone you care about, please contact one of the organisations listed above. They offer confidential, non-judgmental support to help you regain control.
Remember: You're not alone, and help is available.