Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At La Bina Box, we believe online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach it with realistic expectations and a responsible mindset.
Remember: the house always has an edge. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose, and never chase losses or gamble under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Age Verification
Online pokies in New Zealand are strictly for adults aged 18 years and over. If you are under 18, please do not access gaming sites. Parents and guardians should be aware of their responsibilities in preventing underage gambling.
All players must verify their age and identity before playing. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do any of these sound familiar? If so, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to get the same excitement
- Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or healthcare providers
- Gambling to escape problems, anxiety, depression, or stress
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Lying about how much time or money you spend on gambling
- Using money meant for essentials (rent, food, bills) to gamble
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Relationships or employment affected by your gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or control your gambling
If you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone else, seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Features
Most responsible online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on how much you're willing to lose in a set timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic pop-up reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming sites
- Time-Out: Take a break from gaming for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Cooling-Off Period: Request a mandatory waiting period before re-activating your account
Use these tools to set boundaries and stick to them. They're designed to help you gamble responsibly.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Contact these organisations:
New Zealand Support Services
- Problem Gambling Foundation NZ – Free counselling and support services across New Zealand
Website: www.pgf.nz
Helpline: 0800 664 262 (free, 24/7) - Gamblers Anonymous NZ – Peer support meetings and group counselling
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz - Department of Internal Affairs – Gambling Commission – Official NZ gambling regulator
Website: www.dia.govt.nz/gambling
International Support Services
- GamCare (UK) – Confidential support and information
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia) – Counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – Resources and support tools
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA) – Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help? Take Action Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in asking for support – gambling addiction is a recognised health condition, and recovery is possible.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation NZ today:
- 📞 Call: 0800 664 262 (free, 24/7)
- 🌐 Visit: www.pgf.nz
- 💬 Live chat available on their website
Your wellbeing is more important than any gaming experience. Help is always available.