Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At becwhitleyproperty.com, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is only available to individuals aged 18 years and over. By accessing LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your jurisdiction. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, it may be time to seek help:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
Self-Help Tools
LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ provides several tools to help you maintain control of your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount of money you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications reminding you how long you have been playing and how much you have wagered
- Session Limits: Set a maximum time limit for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from your account for a period you choose (ranging from days to years)
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
These tools are available in your LeoVegas account settings. We encourage you to use them proactively.
Support Organisations for New Zealand
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out to these organisations:
New Zealand Support Services
- Problem Gambling Foundation NZ
Free and confidential support
Phone: 0800 664 262
Website: www.problemgambling.nz - Gambling Harm Support Services
Free counselling and support throughout New Zealand
Phone: 0800 GAMBLER (0800 426 253)
Website: www.gamblingharm.org.nz
International Support Services
- Gamblers Anonymous
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz - GamCare (UK)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK)
National self-exclusion scheme: www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—support is available, and recovery is possible. Contact one of the organisations listed above or speak to a healthcare professional. Your wellbeing is important to us.
Remember: If gambling is no longer fun, it's time to stop.