Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

At Gentlemen of Rock, we believe online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling always carries risk, and the house has a mathematical advantage. Please play within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to access and use our website and play online pokies. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and comply with all New Zealand gaming regulations.

If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not proceed. If you are aware of a minor accessing gambling services, please report this to the Department of Internal Affairs.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of these warning signs in your behaviour?

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
• Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
• Failing to stick to time or money limits you've set
• Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
• Neglecting work, study, relationships, or hobbies due to gambling
• Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
• Experiencing financial difficulties related to gambling

If any of these resonate with you, help is available and reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness.

Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features

Many online gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session or time period
• Bet Limits: Control the maximum stake per spin or bet
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Session Time Limits: Set an automatic logout after a predetermined period
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms

Take advantage of these tools to maintain control over your gambling activities.

Support Organizations & Help Services

If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:

New Zealand

• Problem Gambling Foundation – Free counselling and support services
  www.pgf.nz
  Phone: 0800 664 262 (free call)
• Gamblers Anonymous (NZ) – Support groups and peer assistance
  www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz

International Support 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 (US) – www.ncpgambling.org

All services listed above are confidential and provided by trained professionals.

If You Need Help

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out today. Help is confidential, non-judgmental, and free. Seeking support is a positive step toward recovery.

Don't suffer in silence. Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation on 0800 664 262 or visit www.pgf.nz to access counselling services, support groups, and resources.

Your wellbeing is important to us. Play responsibly and within your limits.