Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Online pokies and casino games should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and there is no guaranteed way to win. Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use benyproductions.com and participate in online gaming. In New Zealand, the legal age for gambling is 18 years. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity.

If you are under 18, please do not use this website.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in your behaviour or that of someone you know, help is available:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Gambling for longer periods than intended
• Lying to friends or family about gambling activities
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
• Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
• Feeling anxious or stressed when not gambling

Self-Help Tools & Player Protection

Many online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control. Consider using:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a session or day
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
• Session Timeouts: Automatically log out after a set period of time
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily ban yourself from accessing gaming sites for a defined period

Take advantage of these tools to help you stay in control of your gaming.

Support Organizations & Help Resources

If you need help or support, the following organisations offer free, confidential assistance:

New Zealand

• Problem Gambling Foundation – Free support and counselling services
  www.problemgambling.nz
  Helpline: 0800 664 262 (free call)
• Gambling Helpline (1800 GAMBLER)
  Phone: 0800 428 8696

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au

United Kingdom

• GamCare – Free information, advice and support
  www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
  www.gamstop.co.uk

International Resources

• Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
  www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
  www.ncpgambling.org
  National Problem Gambling Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
• Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
  www.bzga.de

Need Help?

If you believe you have a gambling problem, or know someone who does, please seek help today. There is no shame in reaching out to support services. Professional counsellors and support workers are available to help you regain control.

Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ) on 0800 664 262 – available 24/7.