Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Safe Gaming
At danalundcomposer.com, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of 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 always gamble responsibly.
Age Verification
Online pokies in New Zealand are only available to players aged 18 years and over. We are legally required to verify your age before allowing access to gaming content. If you are under 18, please do not attempt to access or use any gaming services on this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money you've lost
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Hiding your gambling activity or spending from friends and family
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money for excitement
- Lying about how much time or money you've spent gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from stress, depression, or anxiety
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Repeated unsuccessful attempts to cut down or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Cap the total losses you're prepared to accept in a session or day
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during play to check your spending and session duration
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic reminders or breaks during gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming services
- Account Cooling Off: Take a mandatory break from gambling for a set period
Take advantage of these features to stay in control of your gaming experience.
Support Organizations in New Zealand
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide confidential support specifically for New Zealand residents:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (PGF)
Free and confidential support for problem gambling
Phone: 0800 664 262 (free call)
Website: www.pgf.nz - Samaritans Aotearoa New Zealand
Emotional support and crisis intervention
Phone: 1737 (call or text, free 24/7)
Website: www.1737.org.nz - Gamblers Anonymous
Support meetings and peer assistance
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
International Support Services
- 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 think you may have a gambling problem, please reach out for help today. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available 24/7. You are not alone, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation on 0800 664 262 (free call) or text 1737 anytime you need support.
This information is current as of 2026 and complies with New Zealand responsible gambling standards. Always ensure you're using licensed and regulated gaming providers.