Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Barkers Park, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While LeoVegas offers exciting gaming experiences, it's essential to understand the risks and play within your means.
Remember: the house always has an edge. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to gamble online in New Zealand. LeoVegas and all licensed operators are required by law to verify your age before allowing access to gaming services.
If you're under 18, please do not attempt to access online pokies. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful to development.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these behaviours in yourself or someone you know? If so, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win money back
- Gambling with larger amounts of money to feel the same excitement
- Lying to family, friends, or others about gambling activities
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative feelings
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Repeatedly failing to control or stop gambling
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Withdrawal symptoms when trying to cut back
Self-Help Tools & Player Protection Features
LeoVegas provides several tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you're willing to lose in a given period
- Session Time Limits: Set reminders to take breaks during gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up notifications reminding you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your account if you need a break from gambling
- Account Pause: Take a cooling-off period before re-accessing your account
These tools are free to use and can be activated at any time through your LeoVegas account settings.
Support Organisations in New Zealand & Beyond
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
New Zealand
- Gambling Helpline (New Zealand): 0800 664 262 — Free, confidential counselling and support services
Available 24/7 for problem gambling support and information - Problem Gambling Foundation: www.pgf.nz — Resources, counselling, and community support
International Support (if required)
- UK: GamCare — Confidential gambling support
- UK: GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme
- Australia: Gambling Help Online — Counselling and support
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council — Prevention and treatment resources
- USA: National Council on Problem Gambling — Help and resources
Take Action Today
If you believe you or someone you know has a problem with gambling, please reach out for help. There is no shame in seeking support—many people have successfully overcome problem gambling with professional assistance.
Contact the Gambling Helpline (NZ): 0800 664 262
Your wellbeing matters. Play responsibly, and enjoy gaming as entertainment only.