Responsible Gaming

Gambling should always be a form of entertainment, never viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. At hairandbodybliss.co.nz, we encourage all players to enjoy mobile pokies responsibly, set personal limits, and stay in control. The outcome of any game is based on chance, and no strategy can guarantee a win.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years or older to play online pokies in New Zealand. All licensed operators are required to verify your age and identity before you can deposit or play. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful. If you are under the legal age, do not attempt to register or gamble. Parents and guardians are encouraged to use parental control software to block access to gambling websites on shared devices.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you care about, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses – trying to win back money you have lost by gambling more.
• Hiding gambling activity from family or friends, or lying about time and money spent.
• Spending more money or time on gambling than you can afford or intended.
• Neglecting work, study, family, or social commitments because of gambling.
• Borrowing money, selling possessions, or using funds meant for essentials to gamble.
• Feeling restless or irritable when trying to cut down or stop gambling.
• Gambling to escape from stress, anxiety, or other problems.
• Continuing to gamble despite negative consequences to relationships or finances.

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you stay in control. We strongly recommend using these features:

• Deposit Limits – set a maximum amount you can deposit daily, weekly, or monthly.
• Loss Limits – cap the amount you can lose over a set period.
• Reality Checks – receive reminders of how long you have been playing.
• Time-Outs – take a short break from gambling for 24 hours up to several weeks.
• Self-Exclusion – block yourself from accessing your account for a longer period (e.g., 6 months, 1 year, or permanently).

You can usually find these tools in the “Responsible Gambling” or “My Account” section of your chosen casino. If an operator does not offer such tools, consider playing elsewhere.

Support Organisations in New Zealand

If gambling is no longer fun or you are worried about your own or someone else’s gambling, please reach out for free, confidential help:

• Gambling Helpline New Zealand
  Phone: 0800 654 655 (free, 24/7)
  Website: www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
• Problem Gambling Foundation of New Zealand (PGF)
  Phone: 0800 664 262
  Website: www.pgf.nz

Both services offer free counselling, support groups, and advice for family and friends affected by someone’s gambling.

If you are outside New Zealand, please contact your local national gambling support organisation. Examples include GamCare (UK), Gambling Help Online (Australia), Responsible Gambling Council (Canada), National Council on Problem Gambling (US), or Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany).

Seek Help Now

If you recognise problem gambling in yourself or someone you love, do not wait. Help is available, free, and confidential. Take the first step today – call the Gambling Helpline New Zealand on 0800 654 655 or visit www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz. Gambling should never harm your health, relationships, or finances. You are not alone.