Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At Squires Marine, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only – never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you choose to play, please do so within your means and for fun.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is only available to players aged 18 years and over. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity and age at any time. By accessing our site, you confirm that you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone else, it may be time to seek help:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling with larger amounts
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the extent of your gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling or gambling with money needed for essentials
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit in a given period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose before stopping
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders about how long you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Take a break by temporarily or permanently excluding yourself from gaming sites
- Session Time Limits: Set maximum time limits for each gaming session
Support & Helplines – New Zealand
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, please reach out to these trusted organisations:
National Organisations
- Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ)
Free, confidential helpline: 0800 664 262
Website: www.pgf.nz
Available 24/7 for counselling and support - Gamblers Anonymous Aotearoa New Zealand
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
Peer support meetings throughout New Zealand - 1737 Helpline (Suicidal Thoughts Support)
Phone: 1737 (Free call or text)
Available 24/7 if gambling is affecting your mental health
International Resources
- GamCare (UK)
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK 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 (USA)
www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you have concerns about your gambling, please don't delay in seeking help. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. Reach out to the Problem Gambling Foundation or another organisation listed above. Recovery starts with a single step, and help is always available.
Remember: You are not alone, and help is confidential and free.