Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At 1in3befree.org.nz, we believe online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and always maintain control over your gaming habits.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access Leo Vegas Online Pokies or any gambling services in Aotearoa New Zealand. If you are under 18, please do not proceed. Gambling is strictly prohibited for minors.
Leo Vegas and affiliated operators are required by law to verify your identity and age before allowing access to real-money gaming.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please review the following checklist. If you recognise any of these behaviours in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately:
- ☐ Gambling longer or with more money than intended
- ☐ Chasing losses (gambling more to recover money lost)
- ☐ Hiding gambling activities or lying about time/money spent
- ☐ Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities
- ☐ Borrowing money or getting into debt to gamble
- ☐ Experiencing anxiety, depression, or irritability when not gambling
- ☐ Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- ☐ Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- ☐ Feeling a constant urge to gamble with increasing amounts
- ☐ Jeopardising relationships, job, or education due to gambling
If you recognise any of these signs, help is available and recovery is possible.
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
Leo Vegas provides responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Betting Limits: Control the maximum stake per spin or bet
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications during play to remind you of time and money spent
- Time-Out: Take a break from gaming for a set period (hours to weeks) without closing your account
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from accessing Leo Vegas and participating operators
You can access these tools through your Leo Vegas account settings at any time. We recommend setting limits before you start playing.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you are struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
🇳🇿 New Zealand
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Gambling Helpline (Problem Gambling Foundation)
Free, confidential phone support available 24/7
Phone: 0800 664 262
Website: www.pgf.nz -
Samaritans
Support for emotional wellbeing and crisis support
Phone: 1737 (free call or text)
Website: www.1737.org.nz
International Support Services
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🇬🇧 GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk -
🇬🇧 GamStop (United Kingdom Self-Exclusion)
Website: 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 (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is a treatable condition. If you or someone you care about is struggling, do not hesitate to seek professional help. Recovery is possible with the right support.
Contact the Gambling Helpline (Problem Gambling Foundation) on 0800 664 262 — it's free, confidential, and available 24/7.
Remember: gambling should be fun. If it stops being fun, it's time to get help.