Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At worthydigital.co.nz, we believe online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is only available to individuals aged 18 years and over. By accessing LeoVegas or any online casino through our site, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement and comply with all applicable NZ gambling laws.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount of time or money spent
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotional difficulties
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Gambling with larger amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Relationship conflicts related to gambling habits
- Experiencing financial difficulties or hardship due to gambling losses
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos, including LeoVegas, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular pop-up reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account
- Account Cooling-Off: Take a mandatory break from gambling for a specified period
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain responsible gaming habits.
Support & Helpline Resources
If you or someone you care about needs help with problem gambling, please reach out to one of these organizations:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation NZ: Free, confidential support service
Phone: 0800 664 262 (toll-free) | Website: www.pgf.nz - Gambling Helpline NZ: Confidential support and counselling
Phone: 0800 654 655 | Website: www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
International Resources
- 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
- BZgA (Germany): Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, or if gambling is causing financial, emotional, or social harm, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—professional counselors are available to provide confidential support.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation NZ on 0800 664 262 to speak with someone who can help.
Remember: Gambling should always remain fun and within your control. If it stops being enjoyable, it's time to seek support.