Responsible Gambling: Help & Support for New Zealanders

Gambling should be entertainment, never a way to make money or cope with stress. This page explains how to stay in control, spot the warning signs, and get free, confidential help in New Zealand.

Free Help in New Zealand (24/7)

In an emergency, or if you're worried about your safety, call 111.

Stay in Control

• Set a budget before you play and stick to it.
• Use deposit & loss limits — every casino we list offers them.
• Set time limits and take regular breaks.
• Never chase losses — betting more to win back money rarely works.
• Don't gamble when upset, stressed or under the influence.
• Keep it a treat, not a source of income.

Tools Casinos Offer

• Deposit limits — daily, weekly or monthly caps.
• Loss & wager limits.
• Reality checks — pop-ups showing time and spend.
• Time-outs — short cooling-off periods.
• Self-exclusion — block your account for months or permanently.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Consider reaching out if you: spend more than you can afford; chase losses; hide your gambling; borrow money to gamble; feel anxious or irritable when not playing; or let it affect work, study or relationships. Help works, and it's free.

Protecting Under-18s

You must be 18 or over to gamble online in New Zealand. If children use your devices, consider filtering tools like Gamban or GamBlock, and keep account details secure.