Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Safe Gaming

At westwindprojects.co.nz, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online casinos should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you choose to gamble, please do so responsibly and within your means.

Age Verification

Online gambling in New Zealand is strictly regulated. You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use any online casino services. We verify the age of all players during registration and reserve the right to request additional identification to confirm your age at any time.

If you are under 18, please do not attempt to register or gamble on our affiliated sites.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognize any of the following signs in your own behaviour, it may be time to seek help:

• Spending more time and money gambling than intended
• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or partners
• Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
• Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, food, bills)
• Neglecting work, study, or relationships due to gambling
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Using gambling to escape negative feelings or personal problems
• Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back or stop gambling
• Experiencing mood swings or depression linked to gambling activity

Self-Help Tools and Limits

Responsible online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Restrict the maximum amount you are willing to lose during a session
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic logout times to limit how long you play in one session
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling on one or multiple sites

Always use these tools proactively. They are designed to support your responsible gaming experience.

Support Organizations

If you are struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Here are organizations that can provide support:

New Zealand

• Gambling Helpline (NZ): 0800 654 655 (Free, confidential, 24/7) | www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
• Problem Gambling Foundation: www.problemgambling.org.nz

International Support Services

• United Kingdom - GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
• United Kingdom - GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk (National self-exclusion scheme)
• Australia - Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• Canada - Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States - National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org

All support services listed above offer confidential advice and assistance. They can help you understand problem gambling and provide strategies for recovery.

Take Action Today

If you think you may have a gambling problem, or if someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support—problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible.

Contact the Gambling Helpline (NZ) at 0800 654 655 to speak with a trained counselor who can provide confidential assistance and guidance.

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