Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At allprocure.co.nz, we believe that gambling should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Betting should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Always gamble with money you can afford to lose, and set strict limits before you start.
Age Verification
In New Zealand, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before placing any bets. All betting sites are required to verify your age and identity before allowing you to open an account.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by betting more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activity or lying about how much you've wagered
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Neglecting family, work, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut back or stop
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling behaviour
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
Self-Help Tools and Responsible Gambling Features
Most reputable betting sites offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you're willing to lose during a session or timeframe
- Betting Limits: Restrict the maximum stake you can place on individual bets
- Reality Checks: Set reminders to check how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from a betting site or multiple sites
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you wish to stop gambling
- Session Timeouts: Automatically log out after a set period of inactivity
Support Organizations and Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential support:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ): www.pgf.nz — Free counselling and support services
- Gambling Helpline (NZ): 0800 654 655 — Free, confidential 24/7 helpline
- Gamblers Anonymous NZ: Free peer support meetings across New Zealand
International Resources
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk — Free support for gambling problems
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Counselling and referrals
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org — Evidence-based resources
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org — 1-800-GAMBLER helpline
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you're concerned about your gambling or that of someone you care about, please reach out to one of the organisations listed above. All services are confidential, free, and staffed by trained professionals who understand problem gambling.
Remember: recovery is possible, and support is always available. Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ) at 0800 654 655 or visit www.pgf.nz today.