Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At casabedsappliances.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
In New Zealand, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and require all users to confirm they meet the legal age requirement before accessing our services. If you are under 18, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop quickly. If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount you gamble
- Gambling to escape problems or relieve stress
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using savings to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many online gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you can lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during play about the time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Session Timers: Set automatic session end times
We recommend using these tools to maintain healthy gaming habits and stay within your personal limits.
Support & Help Organizations in New Zealand
If you or someone you care about is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
New Zealand Resources
- Gambling Helpline (Aotearoa): www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
Free, confidential telephone support: 0800 654 655
Available 24/7 to provide advice and support for problem gambling - Problem Gambling Foundation: www.problemgambling.nz
Services include counselling, support groups, and educational resources
International Resources
- 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
Take Action Today
If you suspect you may have a problem with gambling, or if someone close to you is affected, please reach out for support. There is no shame in asking for help. The organizations listed above provide free, confidential assistance and are staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling.
Contact the Gambling Helpline (Aotearoa) on 0800 654 655 or visit their website to start your journey toward recovery.
Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being enjoyable, it's time to seek support.