Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At jeffjulianbuilders.co.nz, we believe that online casino gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gambling outcomes are based on chance, and the house always has a mathematical advantage. Please play responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online casino gaming in New Zealand is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older. It is illegal for minors to gamble. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and reserve the right to verify your age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you experience any of the following signs, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Being unable to cut down or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Hiding gambling activities from family, friends, or healthcare providers
- Gambling to escape problems, anxiety, or depressed moods
- Neglecting work, school, family, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
- Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling habits
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Feeling irritable or anxious when attempting to reduce gambling
Self-Help Tools
Many online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you're willing to lose
- Time Limits: Set reminders or automatic session timeouts to prevent extended gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing online casino accounts
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain a healthy relationship with gaming.
Support Organizations in New Zealand
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available from these trusted organizations:
New Zealand Support Services
- Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ): Free, confidential support and counseling services. Visit www.pgf.nz or call 0800 664 262
- Gambling Helpline (NZ): 24/7 free helpline. Call 0800 GAMBLER (0800 426 2537)
International Support Services
If you're accessing our site from outside New Zealand, these organizations also provide support:
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK): Self-exclusion scheme. 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
Call to Action
If you believe you have a gambling problem, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support—problem gambling is a recognized condition, and recovery is possible. Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ) at 0800 664 262 or the Gambling Helpline at 0800 GAMBLER (0800 426 2537) to speak with a trained counselor.
Your wellbeing is important to us. Play responsibly, and remember: gambling should always be fun, never a financial solution.