Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At wellingtontv.co.nz, we believe online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling should never be viewed as an income source. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older. By accessing our site and participating in online pokies, you confirm that you are of legal age. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you or someone you know exhibits any of the following signs, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Experiencing mood changes, irritability, or anxiety when unable to gamble
- Feeling a loss of control over gambling behaviour
- Using gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Financial difficulties or debt as a result of gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during your gaming session about how much time you've spent gambling
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
- Session Timers: Set automatic time limits for your gaming sessions
We encourage you to use these tools to gamble within your personal limits.
Support Organizations in New Zealand
If you need help with problem gambling, the following organizations provide free, confidential support:
- Gambling Helpline (New Zealand): www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz — Free, confidential phone and online counselling. Call 0800 654 655 or text 8393
- Problem Gambling Foundation (Aotearoa): www.pgf.nz — Support services, information, and resources for problem gambling
- Relationships Aotearoa: www.relationship.org.nz — Counselling services including support for gambling-related relationship issues
International Support Resources
Additional support organizations available internationally:
- GamCare (United Kingdom): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (United Kingdom): 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
Take Action Today
If you or someone you care about is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help immediately. Support is available, confidential, and free. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact the Gambling Helpline (New Zealand) on 0800 654 655 to speak with a trained counsellor today.