Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At abelsmithradiators.co.nz, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as entertainment only – never as a way to make money or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to play online pokies in New Zealand. This is a legal requirement. If you're under 18, please do not access gaming platforms. Parents and guardians are encouraged to discuss responsible gaming with young people.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Repeatedly trying and failing to cut down or stop gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Neglecting work, study, relationships, or other important activities
- Using gambling to escape problems or difficult emotions
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you can lose in a session or time period
- Session Time Limits: Receive notifications or automatic logout after a set duration of play
- Reality Checks: Take breaks with reminders about time spent and money wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Closure: Close your account if you wish to stop playing entirely
Take advantage of these tools to maintain control over your gaming activity.
Support Organisations in New Zealand & Beyond
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, please contact one of these organisations:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (Aotearoa New Zealand)
Free, confidential support and counselling
Phone: 0800 654 655 (toll-free)
Website: www.pgf.nz - Gamblers Anonymous Aotearoa New Zealand
Support meetings and peer assistance
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
International Support (if applicable)
- Australia – Gambling Help Online
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - United Kingdom – GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk - United Kingdom – GamStop
National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org - United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help?
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, or if someone you care about does, please reach out for support today. Help is available, and recovery is possible. There is no shame in asking for help – taking action is a sign of strength.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation on 0800 654 655 (free, 24/7)