Responsible gambling
Gambling should always be treated as entertainment, not as a way to earn income or solve financial problems.
On this website, including our coverage of Jackpot City, we encourage safer play: set limits on time and money, understand the risks, and stop when it is no longer fun.
Our commitment
We aim to provide clear, factual information so readers can make informed choices. We do not promote excessive or compulsive gambling and we oppose underage play.
Set limits and stay in control
For a balanced experience, consider:
- Deciding a fixed budget before you play and never exceeding it
- Planning how long you will play in advance
- Avoiding chasing losses or raising stakes to recover money
- Taking regular breaks
- Never gambling with money needed for rent, bills, or essentials
If gambling stops feeling enjoyable, that is a signal to pause.
Entertainment, not income
Outcomes involve chance; there are no guaranteed wins. Past results do not predict future results. Gambling should never be seen as:
- A reliable source of income
- A fix for debt or financial pressure
- An escape from emotional or family difficulties
Underage gambling
This site and the operators we discuss are intended for adults. In New Zealand, harmful gambling laws focus on protection of young people—keep accounts and payments away from minors.
Warning signs
You may be at risk if you:
- Spend more time or money than planned
- Feel irritable or anxious when not gambling
- Hide gambling from friends or family
- Borrow or sell items to keep playing
- Use gambling to avoid difficult feelings
If these sound familiar, consider professional support.
Healthy vs risky behaviour
| Type | Examples | What it suggests |
|---|---|---|
| Healthy / recreational | Fixed budget, stopping at limits, occasional play with spare money. | Gambling remains entertainment without harming finances or relationships. |
| Risky | Raising stakes after losses, playing more often than planned, thinking about “winning it back”. | Control may be slipping; financial or emotional impact can grow. |
| Harmful | Borrowing to gamble, hiding activity, missing work or responsibilities, using rent or bill money. | Serious harm is possible—seek help promptly. |
Where to get help
If gambling is hard to control, confidential support is available:
| Organisation | Region | Support | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambling Helpline | New Zealand | Free, confidential 24/7 support | gamblinghelpline.co.nz |
| Health Navigator NZ | New Zealand | Trusted health information | healthnavigator.org.nz |
| GamCare | International | Advice and self-help tools | gamcare.org.uk |
Self-exclusion
Licensed operators offer cooling-off and self-exclusion. Use account tools on the casino site if you need a longer break.
Our role
We publish information only. We do not provide gambling services. Always check the operator’s safer gambling resources and your local rules.
