Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At europemodes.co.nz, we believe online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While playing at LeoVegas can be fun and exciting, it's important to gamble responsibly and within your means.
Remember: the house always has an edge. Set a budget you can afford to lose and stick to it.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is only legal for persons aged 18 years and over. By accessing LeoVegas, you confirm that you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction.
If you are under 18, please do not gamble. Parents and guardians should monitor their children's online activities.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with money needed for bills, rent, food, or other essentials
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about how much you gamble
- Gambling to escape negative feelings or stress
- Increased frequency or duration of gambling sessions
- Inability to stop or cut back on gambling despite wanting to
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Neglecting family, work, or other responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings related to gambling wins and losses
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
LeoVegas provides tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specified period (daily, weekly, monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you can lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during play about how long you've been gambling and how much you've wagered
- Session Timers: Set time limits for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account
- Account Pause: Take a break from gambling for a set period
To access these tools, log into your LeoVegas account and visit the Responsible Gaming or Account Settings section.
Support Organisations & Helplines
If you're struggling with problem gambling, support is available:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation NZ
Freephone: 0800 664 262
Website: www.pgf.nz
Confidential support and counselling services - Gamblers Anonymous NZ
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
Peer support groups throughout New Zealand
International Support (if applicable)
- Australia: Gambling Help Online – www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- United Kingdom: GamCare – www.gamcare.org.uk | GamStop – www.gamstop.co.uk
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council – www.responsiblegambling.org
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling – www.ncpgambling.org
All services are confidential and free. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
If You Need Help
You don't have to struggle alone. If gambling is affecting your wellbeing, finances, relationships, or mental health, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above.
Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. Counsellors are trained to help without judgment and can provide strategies to regain control.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation NZ today: 0800 664 262