Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At chewthecud.co.nz, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming. Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as entertainment only — never as a way to make money or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical edge, and losses are a real possibility.
Please gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use LeoVegas Online Pokies NZ. In New Zealand, 18 is the legal minimum age for gambling. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use this website or place any bets.
We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request identification to confirm your age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Gambling more frequently or for longer periods than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding gambling activity or lying to friends and family about how much you're gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut down or stop
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other emotional problems
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to control or stop gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essentials like food, rent, or bills
- Experiencing financial, legal, or relationship problems as a result of gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
LeoVegas and most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Restrict the amount you can lose in a specified time period
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently ban yourself from accessing your account
- Account Closure: Close your account if you need to step away entirely
Contact LeoVegas customer support for assistance setting these limits.
Support Organizations & Help Services
If you're struggling with gambling, professional support is available. Here are trusted organizations:
New Zealand:
- Problem Gambling Foundation (Aotearoa)
Free, confidential support for problem gambling in Aotearoa New Zealand
Website: www.pgf.nz
Phone: 0800 352 352 (Free call) - Gamblers Anonymous
Support meetings and peer-to-peer help
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
International Resources:
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom 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 (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help? Reach Out Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please don't hesitate to seek help. Recovery is possible, and support is available.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation (Aotearoa) now: 0800 352 352
Your wellbeing matters. Reach out to a counselor, trusted friend, or family member. There is no shame in asking for help.
Our Commitment
chewthecud.co.nz is committed to promoting responsible gaming. We work with LeoVegas to ensure safe, fair, and transparent gaming experiences. If you have concerns about your gambling or need additional support, we encourage you to use the resources listed above.