Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Flash Excavations, 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. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
If you find yourself struggling to control your gambling habits, support is available and help is just a phone call away.
Age Verification
Online pokies in New Zealand are only available to individuals aged 18 years and over. By accessing gambling services through our affiliate links, you confirm that you are of legal age and comply with all applicable New Zealand gaming laws and regulations.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Repeatedly attempting to cut back or stop gambling without success
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Lying to family, friends, or others about the extent of your gambling
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social commitments due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or difficult emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or mood changes when trying to reduce gambling
- Continuing to gamble despite negative financial or personal consequences
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most online pokies operators offer built-in tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose during a session or timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications reminding you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set a timer to automatically end your gambling session after a set duration
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from accessing gambling services for a period you choose
Take advantage of these features to maintain control over your gambling activity.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available from these trusted organizations:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (Aotearoa) – Free, confidential support for problem gambling
www.problemgambling.org.nz
Phone: 0800 664 262 (free call) - Gambling Helpline NZ – 24/7 confidential helpline
Phone: 0800 654 655 (free call)
Email: [email protected]
International Resources
- Australia: Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- United Kingdom: GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk
- United Kingdom: GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is a treatable condition. Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're concerned about your own gambling or that of a loved one, please reach out to one of the support organizations listed above.
You don't have to face this alone. Help is available now.