Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At bbccompetition.com, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ. In New Zealand, the legal gambling age is 18 years. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Feeling unable to stop or control your gambling despite wanting to
Self-Help Tools & Player Protections
Most responsible gaming platforms, including LeoVegas, offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Period: Take a break from gambling for a set period (hours, days, or weeks)
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from gambling sites for an extended period, preventing access to your account
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gaming habits.
Support Organizations in New Zealand & Internationally
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, please reach out to these trusted support organisations:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation: Free and confidential support service. Phone: 0800 654 655 | Website: www.pgf.nz
- Gambling Helpline: Support for problem gambling in NZ. Phone: 0800 GAMBLER (0800 426 253)
International Support
- 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
Need Help? Take Action Today
Problem gambling can affect your mental health, finances, and relationships. If you're struggling with your gambling, please seek help immediately. Support is available 24/7, and organisations like the Problem Gambling Foundation in New Zealand provide free, confidential advice with no judgment.
Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Reach out to one of the support organisations listed above today.