Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At elnaz.co.nz, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you choose to play, please do so within your means and always gamble responsibly.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is only available to players aged 18 years and over. It is your responsibility to verify that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before registering with any online casino operator. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you experience any of the following signs, please seek help immediately:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, food, bills)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Borrowing money to finance gambling
- Jeopardizing relationships, work, or education due to gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or control gambling
Self-Help Tools and Safer Gambling Features
Reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on the amount you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during play about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Take a break or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
- Time-Out Periods: Temporarily suspend your account for a set period
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account with an operator
Always use these tools if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic.
Support Organizations for New Zealand
If you are struggling with problem gambling, help and support are available. Please reach out to one of these organizations:
New Zealand Support Services
- Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF) – Free, confidential counselling and support
Phone: 0800 664 262
Website: www.pgf.nz - Gamblers Anonymous (GA) – Support groups for problem gamblers
Phone: 0800 668 669
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz - 1Doc3 – Online Counselling – Free mental health support
Website: www.1doc3.com
International Support Services
- GamCare (UK) – www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion Scheme) – www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gambling Help Online (Australia) – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) – www.ncpgambling.org
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – www.responsiblegambling.org
Take Action Today
If you or someone you know is experiencing problems with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support. The organizations listed above provide free, confidential assistance and are available to help you take back control.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being enjoyable or is causing harm, it's time to reach out for help.