Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At ethnicity.maori.nz, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you choose to play, please do so within your means and always gamble responsibly.
Age Verification
Online pokies in New Zealand are restricted to players aged 18 years and over. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to participate in online gambling. By accessing this site, you confirm that you are of legal age in your jurisdiction and agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate problem gambling:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding or lying about gambling activities
- Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Risking important relationships or opportunities due to gambling
Self-Help Tools & Limits
Most reputable online gaming providers offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you have been playing
- Session Time Limits: Restrict the duration of individual gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gaming habits.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these support organisations:
New Zealand
- Gambling Helpline (NZ): 0800 654 655 (free, confidential, 24/7) — www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
- Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF): 0800 668 669 — www.pgf.nz
International Resources
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK): 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
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. Support is available, confidential, and free. Contact the Gambling Helpline (NZ) on 0800 654 655 to speak with a trained counsellor who can provide guidance and support tailored to your situation.
Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being enjoyable or is causing you harm, it's time to get help.