Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino games should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds are always in favour of the house, and there is no guaranteed way to win. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
By accessing golflinksestate.co.nz, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction in New Zealand, whichever is higher. If you are under the legal age, you must not use this website or participate in any gambling activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone else, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses such as rent, food, or bills
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
- Continuously increasing the amount of money or time spent gambling
- Unable to cut back or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative feelings
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Experiencing financial difficulties or debt as a result of gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on the amount you deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on the maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Time Limits: Set reminders to take breaks during gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up notifications to inform you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling sites
- Account Closure: Permanently close your gaming account if needed
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gaming habits.
Support Organizations & Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Contact these support services:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation: 0800 664 262 (free call) | www.pgf.nz
- Samaritans (24/7 crisis support): 0800 726 666 | www.samaritans.org.nz
- 1737 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: Call or text 1737 (free 24/7)
International Support
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion): 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
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. Support services are confidential, free, and available 24/7 in New Zealand and internationally. The earlier you seek support, the better the outcome.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being fun, it's time to take a break and seek support.