Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Aotearoa Kai Journey, we believe online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please play responsibly and within your means.
Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and set strict limits before you start playing.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is strictly for persons aged 18 years and over. By accessing our site and participating in online pokies, you confirm that you are of legal age to do so under New Zealand law.
Parents and caregivers should monitor young people's internet usage to prevent underage gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in your own behaviour, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about the time and money spent
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to get the same excitement
- Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to cut down or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or difficult emotions
- Neglecting family, work, school, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
- Gambling more frequently or for longer periods than intended
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're willing to lose before stopping play
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF)
Free and confidential support for problem gambling
Phone: 0800 664 262
Website: www.problemgambling.nz - Gamblers Anonymous Aotearoa (GAA)
Support meetings and peer assistance
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz - Samaritans Aotearoa New Zealand
24/7 emotional support
Phone: 1300 13 11 13
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom)
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 (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help?
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please reach out for support today. Help is available and recovery is possible.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation on 0800 664 262 (free call, 24/7) or visit their website at www.problemgambling.nz
Your health and wellbeing are more important than any game. Don't struggle alone—take the first step and seek help now.