Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At a1backpackers.co.nz, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies and casino games 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 at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your jurisdiction) to participate in online gambling in Aotearoa New Zealand. LeoVegas and all licensed online casino operators are required by law to verify your age before allowing access to gaming platforms.
If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not attempt to register or play. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Lying to family, friends, or others about gambling habits
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
- Jeopardizing relationships, job, or education because of gambling
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most reputable online casinos, including LeoVegas, provide responsible gaming tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a cap on how much you're willing to lose over a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Time-Out/Cool-Off: Temporarily suspend your account for a specified period without the need for immediate account closure
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for an extended period. This is a serious commitment to stop gambling entirely
Take advantage of these tools on LeoVegas and speak with customer support if you need assistance setting them up.
Support & Help Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organizations provide free, confidential support:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (Aotearoa)
Free support service for people affected by gambling harm
www.pgf.nz - Gambling Helpline NZ
Freephone: 0800 664 262
Free text support available
International Support Services
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom Self-Exclusion Scheme)
www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia)
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help?
If you are experiencing gambling problems, please seek help immediately. Reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness. The organizations listed above provide free, confidential support to people affected by problem gambling.
Remember: You are not alone. Support services are available 24/7 and can help you regain control of your gambling.
This page provides information about responsible gaming. For more details, please consult the terms and conditions of LeoVegas and relevant New Zealand gambling regulations. a1backpackers.co.nz is an affiliate website and does not operate the casino directly.