Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At lvcwellsford.co.nz, we believe online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to make money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Play responsibly, within your means, and always gamble for fun.
Age Verification
Online gambling in New Zealand is restricted to players aged 18 years and over. We are committed to preventing underage gambling. If you are under 18, please do not access our site or participate in any gambling activities.
By using lvcwellsford.co.nz, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and comply with all local laws and regulations.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other problems
- Experiencing loss of control over gambling behaviour
Responsible Gaming Tools
We provide tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during your gaming session about time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session duration limits
Contact our support team to activate any of these tools, or access them through your account settings.
Support and Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available through these organisations:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF) - Free, confidential support and counselling
Phone: 0800 664 262 | Website: www.pgf.nz - Gambling Harm Support Service - 24/7 support for all age groups
Phone: 0800 800 467 | Website: www.gambleaware.nz
International Support
- 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
If You Need Help
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you're experiencing problem gambling yourself or concerned about someone else, professional support is available and free of charge.
Don't wait—reach out to the Problem Gambling Foundation or Gambling Harm Support Service today. Your call is confidential and judgment-free.
Problem Gambling Foundation: 0800 664 262
Gambling Harm Support Service: 0800 800 467
Our Commitment
lvcwellsford.co.nz is committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. We support harm minimisation and the wellbeing of our players. We comply with all New Zealand gambling regulations and actively work to prevent problem gambling.