Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At tellmemore.org.nz, we believe that casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach it responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

All casino gaming in New Zealand is restricted to individuals aged 18 years and over. By accessing any casino recommended on this site, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in New Zealand. It is illegal for anyone under 18 to participate in casino gambling.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a problem with gambling:

• Constantly thinking about gambling or previous gambling experiences
• Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
• Repeatedly trying to control, cut back, or stop gambling without success
• Chasing losses by returning to gamble more in an attempt to recover money
• Lying to family, friends, or therapists about the extent of gambling involvement
• Jeopardising or losing important relationships, jobs, or educational opportunities due to gambling
• Relying on others to provide money to cover gambling-related financial problems
• Gambling as a way to escape problems or relieve anxiety, guilt, or depression
• Withdrawal symptoms such as irritability or anxiety when trying to stop
• Spending more time and money on gambling than originally intended

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're prepared to lose
• Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during gaming sessions to help you stay aware of time and money spent
• Session Limits: Set automatic time limits for your gaming sessions
• Self-Exclusion: Take a break from gaming by temporarily or permanently excluding yourself from casino accounts
• Account Closure: Permanently close your gaming account if you wish to stop

We recommend using these tools as part of a responsible gaming approach.

Support Organisations in New Zealand

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide support and resources:

New Zealand

• Problem Gambling Foundation – Free, confidential support service for problem gamblers and their families
  Phone: 0800 664 262 | Website: www.pgf.nz
• Gamblers Anonymous (New Zealand) – Support meetings and peer assistance
  Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
• Samaritans Aotearoa New Zealand – Mental health and emotional support
  Phone: 1100 | Website: www.samaritans.org.nz

International Support (for reference)

• GamCare (UK) – www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion) – 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 may have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in seeking support, and professional services are available to assist you. Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation or Gamblers Anonymous in New Zealand today.

Remember: Gaming should always be fun, affordable, and in control. If it's not, help is just a phone call away.