Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At almondbackpackers.co.nz, 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 within their means and to seek help if gambling becomes a concern.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is restricted to players aged 18 years and over. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement before participating in any gambling activities on LeoVegas or any other platform. We do not knowingly permit access to minors.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, problem gambling may be developing:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Lying to family or friends about gambling activities
- Hiding gambling behaviour or keeping it secret
- Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or other emotional problems
- Unable to reduce or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Risking important relationships, education, or job opportunities
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos, including LeoVegas, offer self-help tools to support responsible gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Betting Limits: Control the amount you can wager per spin or bet
- Reality Checks: Regular reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have wagered
- Session Time Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set period
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a specified period
Take advantage of these tools on your casino platform to maintain control over your gambling activities.
Support Organisations in New Zealand
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of these trusted organisations:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation — Free, confidential counselling and support
Phone: 0800 664 262 | Website: www.problemgambling.nz - Gambling Helpline — 24/7 support for problem gamblers and their families
Phone: 0800 006 886 - Samaritans — Available if you're in crisis or having thoughts of self-harm
Phone: 0800 726 666
International Support
- United Kingdom: GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk | GamStop — www.gamstop.co.uk
- Australia: Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you believe you may have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. Seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness. There is no shame in asking for assistance. Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation or Gambling Helpline (details above) — trained counsellors are ready to listen and support you without judgment.
Remember: gambling should always be fun and within your control. If it stops being enjoyable, or if you feel you are gambling more than you intended, it's time to take action.