Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ. This is a legal requirement in New Zealand. By using our service, you confirm that you meet this age requirement. We use strict age verification procedures to prevent underage gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of these warning signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or relieve stress, anxiety, or depression
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
- Feeling a need to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ provides several tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on the amount of money you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account
- Take a Break: Pause your account for a cooling-off period
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to manage your gaming responsibly.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of these organisations:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF)
Free counselling and support services
Phone: 0800 664 262
Website: www.pgf.nz - Gambling Harm Reduction Trust (GHRT)
Support and resources for problem gambling
Website: www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
International Resources
- United Kingdom: GamCare and GamStop
- Australia: Gambling Help Online
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support. The organisations listed above provide free, confidential, and professional assistance. Your wellbeing is our priority, and help is available 24/7.
Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being enjoyable or is causing financial or personal hardship, it's time to take action.