Last updated: June 2026

Responsible Gambling

Oecd-genomeassociation-oz09 is committed to promoting safe and responsible gambling. We believe that gambling should be an enjoyable form of entertainment — never a source of financial stress or emotional harm.

Gambling Responsibly

Responsible gambling means staying in control of your time and money spent on gambling activities. Here are some important guidelines:

• Set a budget before you play and stick to it
• Only gamble with money you can afford to lose
• Never chase losses — walk away if you're on a losing streak
• Set time limits for your gambling sessions
• Take regular breaks and balance gambling with other activities
• Never gamble when feeling stressed, depressed, or under the influence of alcohol

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Watch out for these warning signs:

• Spending more money or time gambling than intended
• Gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
• Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
• Lying to family or friends about gambling habits
• Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities
• Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling

Get Help

If you or someone you know may have a gambling problem, help is available:

• Problem Gambling Foundation NZ: 0800 664 262 (free, 24/7)
• Gambling Helpline NZ: gamblinghelponline.org.nz
• BeGambleAware: begambleaware.org

Self-Exclusion Tools

All reputable NZ-friendly casinos offer self-exclusion tools that allow you to restrict or block your own access. We encourage all players to use these tools if needed. Our casino ratings include assessment of each site's responsible gambling features.

Age Verification

Online gambling is strictly for adults aged 18 and over. All casinos we recommend use age verification processes to prevent underage gambling.