Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At bayofislandsbathtubbing.com, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gaming outcomes are determined by random chance, and the house always has a mathematical advantage in the long term.
Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ is strictly for players aged 18 years and over. By accessing this website and participating in gaming activities, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in New Zealand. Age verification is mandatory, and we take this responsibility seriously.
If you are under 18, you must not use this service.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Please be honest with yourself and watch for these warning signs:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, groceries, medication)
- Spending more time and money on gaming than planned
- Hiding your gaming activity or lying to friends and family about how much you gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gaming activities
- Experiencing relationship problems related to your gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Using gaming as an escape from stress, depression, or other emotional problems
If you recognise any of these signs in your behaviour, seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ provides tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you're comfortable losing before stopping play
- Session Time Limits: Set reminders to take breaks during extended play sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up notifications at regular intervals reminding you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from your account for a period you choose (temporary self-exclusion) or permanently
These tools are available through your LeoVegas account settings. Using them is a sign of responsible gaming, not weakness.
Support Organizations & Helplines
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional support is available:
New Zealand
- Gambling Helpline NZ: 0800 654 655 (free, confidential, 24/7)
- Problem Gambling Foundation: www.problemgambling.org.nz | Email: [email protected]
- Samaritans: 1800 221 060 (emotional support)
International Support
- Australia - Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au | 1800 858 858
- United Kingdom - GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk | 0808 8020 133
- United Kingdom - GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk (National self-exclusion scheme)
- Canada - Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States - National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org | 1-800-522-4700
These organisations provide free, confidential support and are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling.
Take Action Today
If you think you might have a gambling problem, please seek help now. There is no shame in reaching out — support is available and recovery is possible.
Contact one of the support organisations listed above. They offer confidential advice, counselling, and treatment options tailored to your needs.
Remember: You have control. Use the self-help tools available to you, set limits, and play responsibly. If gaming stops being fun, it's time to take a break or seek professional support.
This responsible gaming information is provided in good faith and in accordance with New Zealand gambling regulations. For more information about responsible gambling practices, visit the Department of Internal Affairs website or contact your local health authority.