Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ, we believe online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the house, and you should only ever gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Please game responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online pokies and casino games in New Zealand are only for players aged 18 years and over. By accessing LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
If you are under 18, you must not register an account or place any bets.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Recognise these warning signs in yourself or others:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Hiding gambling activity from family or friends
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Risking important relationships, jobs, or opportunities because of gambling
If you recognise any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most responsible online gaming platforms, including LeoVegas, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you are willing to lose
- Session Time Limits: Set alarms to remind you to take breaks
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of time spent and money wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account
Use these tools proactively to stay in control of your gaming experience.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ): Free, confidential support
Phone: 0800 664 262
Website: www.pgf.nz - Gambling Helpline (NZ): Free counselling service
Phone: 0800 352 352
Email: info@gamblinghelpline.co.nz
International Support
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK): National self-exclusion scheme - 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
Problem gambling is a serious issue that can affect your mental health, finances, and relationships. If you believe you have a problem with gambling, or if someone close to you is struggling, please reach out for support today.
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Support services in New Zealand are free, confidential, and staffed by professionals trained to assist you.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation or Gambling Helpline using the details above.