Gambling Helpline Aotearoa
Free, confidential support for anyone affected by gambling harm. Available 24 hours, seven days a week.
0800 654 655·Visit website
Wellbeing
Responsible play
Even without real money, healthy habits matter. Here is how we think about mindful entertainment.
Fern Pokies Arcade offers free social gaming only. Olympia Terrace uses virtual points with no monetary value — you cannot win cash, make purchases, or withdraw funds here. Still, we encourage every player to treat gaming as leisure, not obligation.
Practical tips
- Set a time limit before you start and stick to it.
- Take regular breaks — step away from the screen and stretch.
- Never chase virtual losses; points are for fun, not stress.
- Keep gaming separate from times when you need to focus on work or family.
- If play stops feeling enjoyable, close the tab and come back another day.
This site is for adults aged 18 and over. We are not licensed as a gambling operator and do not offer real-money products. External organisations below are independent — we link to them for your convenience and do not imply endorsement.
New Zealand support resources
Safer Gambling Aotearoa
Official information on safer gambling, self-assessment tools, and guidance for staying in control.
Choice Not Chance
Health Promotion Agency / Te Hiringa Hauora campaign with practical tips, stories, and tools for mindful play.
Lifeline Aotearoa
General emotional support when things feel overwhelming — not gambling-specific, but here if you need someone to talk to.
0800 543 354·Visit website