Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Online pokies should only be enjoyed as a form of 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

You must be 18 years of age or older to use tofiga.nz and participate in online gaming. This is a legal requirement in New Zealand. We are committed to preventing access by minors and take age verification seriously.

If you are under 18, please do not use this website or engage in any form of gambling.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Please be aware of the following warning signs that may indicate a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
• Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount spent
• Spending more time and money gambling than intended
• Neglecting family, friends, work, or other responsibilities
• Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
• Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
• Failed attempts to cut back or control gambling
• Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone else, please seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Safeguards

Most online gaming platforms offer tools to help you manage your gambling responsibly:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a session
• Session Limits: Restrict the amount of time you spend gambling in one session
• Reality Checks: Enable reminders to check how long and how much you have been gambling
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms

Take advantage of these tools to maintain control over your gaming habits.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you are struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of these trusted organisations:

New Zealand

• Problem Gambling Foundation (New Zealand): www.pgf.nz — Free counselling and support services for problem gambling
• Gambling Helpline (NZ): 0800 654 655 (free, confidential, 24/7)

International Resources

• GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk — Free, confidential support and counselling
• GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
• Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free counselling and support services
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org — Education and support resources
• National Council on Problem Gambling (US): www.ncpgambling.org — Information and referral services

If You Need Help

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for support today. There is no shame in seeking help—it is a sign of strength. Many people have successfully overcome gambling problems with the right support.

Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation (New Zealand) at 0800 654 655 or visit www.pgf.nz for confidential assistance.

Remember: gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.