Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming

At Country Life Educare, we believe that online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We are committed to promoting safe and responsible gaming practices for all our players in New Zealand.

Age Verification

Online pokies in New Zealand are strictly for players aged 18 years and over. By accessing our site, you confirm that you meet this legal requirement. We may request age verification at any time. If you are under 18, please do not use this website.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can affect anyone. Please be honest with yourself and watch for these warning signs:

• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
• Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to cut back or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotions
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Neglecting work, school, family, or other important responsibilities
• Gambling with money needed for essentials like rent, bills, or food
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent on gambling
• Failed attempts to control or stop gambling

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features

Many online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control. Consider using these features:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a set timeframe
• Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're prepared to lose in a gaming session
• Time Limits: Set automatic session timers to remind you when you've been playing
• Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders during gameplay showing your balance and time played
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
• Take Breaks: Regularly step away from gaming to maintain perspective

Support Organizations & Help Resources

If you're concerned about your gambling or that of someone you know, help is available. These organizations provide free, confidential support:

New Zealand

• Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF)
  Free phone counselling and support services
  Phone: 0800 664 262 (toll-free)
  Website: www.pgf.nz
• Gambling Helpline
  24/7 confidential support
  Phone: 0800 654 655
  Free text service available

International Support

• UK – GamCare
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• UK – GamStop (Self-Exclusion Register)
  www.gamstop.co.uk
• Australia – Gambling Help Online
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org
• USA – National Council on Problem Gambling
  www.ncpgambling.org

If You Need Help

Reach out today. Problem gambling is treatable, and help is available. Whether you're experiencing gambling difficulties yourself or worried about someone else, professional counsellors and support services are ready to help—completely confidentially and at no cost.

Don't wait. Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation or Gambling Helpline today to speak with someone who understands.

Remember: Gambling should be fun. If it's not, it's time to get help.