Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At Bare Necessities, 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. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
In New Zealand, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling. All players are required to verify their age when registering with an online casino. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal requirements in your jurisdiction before playing.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- 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
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Using gambling to cope with stress, depression, or anxiety
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Limits
Responsible online casinos offer tools to help you control your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe
- Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you're willing to lose
- Session Limits: Set time limits for gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of time spent and money wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from online casinos
Always use these tools when setting up your account and adjust them as needed.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide confidential support:
New Zealand
- Gambling Helpline NZ: www.gamblinghelp.nz — Free, confidential support
- Problem Gambling Foundation: www.pgf.nz — Counselling and support services
International Resources
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. Contact one of the support organizations listed above. Support is confidential, free, and available 24/7 in many cases.
Remember: gambling should always be fun and within your control. If it isn't, reach out for help.