Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

At mindbodyspiritexpos.org, 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 pokies in New Zealand are strictly for players aged 18 years and over. By accessing our site and participating in online gaming, you confirm that you are of legal age in your jurisdiction. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:

• Spending more time or money on pokies than intended
• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding your gambling activity from family or friends
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
• Neglecting work, study, or relationships due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
• Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Lying about the time or money spent gambling

Self-Help Tools

Most reputable online gaming providers offer tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose in a session
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
• Time-Out: Take breaks from gaming with cooling-off periods

Support Organizations in New Zealand

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:

New Zealand

• Problem Gambling Foundation
  Free and confidential support for problem gambling
  www.pgf.nz
• Gambling Helpline (1800 654 655)
  24/7 telephone support service
  Phone: 0800 654 655
• Gamblers Anonymous
  Peer support meetings throughout New Zealand
  www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz

International Support Services

• GamCare (United Kingdom) – www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (United Kingdom) – www.gamstop.co.uk
• Gambling Help Online (Australia) – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – www.responsiblegambling.org
• National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) – www.ncpgambling.org

Call to Action

If you are experiencing problems with gambling, please reach out for help today. Problem gambling affects not only you but also your family and loved ones. Recovery is possible, and professional support services are available and confidential.

Remember: Gambling should only ever be entertainment. If it's causing you distress or financial hardship, contact one of the organizations listed above or call the Gambling Helpline on 0800 654 655 (New Zealand, 24/7).

Last updated: 2026