Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At Spinbit Casino Online Pokies NZ, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. They are games of chance with built-in house advantages — never rely on gambling as a way to earn money, supplement income, or solve financial problems.
Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age to gamble in New Zealand. If you are under 18, please do not access any gambling services. Parents and guardians: help protect young people by monitoring their online activities and discussing the risks of gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activity: Keeping your gambling secret from family or friends
- Loss of control: Struggling to stop or stick to gambling limits you've set
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family time due to gambling
- Financial strain: Borrowing money to gamble or facing mounting debts
- Increased gambling: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to feel the same excitement
- Mood changes: Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
If you've ticked any of these boxes, problem gambling support is available.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos, including our partners, offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Cap the total amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Limits: Set a timer for how long you'll play in one session
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from an online casino or gambling website
- Account Pause: Take a break from your account for a set period without closing it
Use these tools proactively. They're designed to empower you to gamble responsibly.
Support Organisations for Problem Gambling in New Zealand
🇳🇿 New Zealand
Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF)
Helpline: 0800 664 262 (free, confidential)
Website: www.pgf.nz
The PGF provides free counselling, support services, and resources for people affected by problem gambling across Aotearoa New Zealand.
🇳🇿 New Zealand (Regional Support)
Gambling Harm Reduction Services
Contact your local District Health Board or visit www.health.govt.nz for region-specific counselling and treatment options.
International Support Organisations
🇦🇺 Australia
Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free and confidential counselling and information for people with gambling concerns.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential support for problem gambling in Great Britain.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom (Self-Exclusion Scheme)
GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
A national self-exclusion scheme allowing you to exclude yourself from all licensed online gambling operators in the UK.
🇨🇦 Canada
Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources, tools, and support for responsible gambling across Canada.
🇺🇸 United States
National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG)
Helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Free, confidential support and referrals to treatment services.
Need Help?
If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, reach out today. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. You don't have to face this alone.
For New Zealand residents: Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation on 0800 664 262 — it's free and confidential.
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.