Responsible Gambling / Responsible Play
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Play safely
- Set a budget and time limit before you start; stop when either is reached.
- Only gamble with money you can afford to lose; never chase losses.
- Avoid gambling when stressed, tired, or under the influence of alcohol/drugs.
- Take regular breaks and balance gambling with other activities.
- Age limits: many NZ gambling products are 18+, while casinos generally require you to be 20+. Always follow the operator’s rules and NZ law.
Warning signs
- Spending more than planned, borrowing money, or hiding gambling.
- Trying to win back losses, or feeling unable to stop.
- Impacts on relationships, work/study, sleep, or finances.
- Feeling anxious, depressed, or irritable about gambling.
Time-out, limits, and self-exclusion
If you use online gambling services, look for tools such as deposit limits, loss limits, session limits, cooling-off (time-out), and account self-exclusion. For land-based venues in New Zealand, you can ask staff about self-exclusion and support options.
Official NZ guidance: Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) — Casino and gambling information.
Get help in New Zealand
Gambling Helpline NZ: Free, confidential support 24/7 — Call 0800 654 655, text 8006, or visit gamblinghelpline.co.nz.
Healthline: Call 0800 611 116 (24/7 health advice).
In an emergency: If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 111.