Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At Kate and Co, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you choose to play, please do so responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use our services. In New Zealand, the legal age for gambling is 18. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time. If you are under 18, please do not use this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can affect anyone. If you recognise any of the following warning signs in your own behaviour, please seek help immediately:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses (gambling more to recover money you've lost)
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Experiencing relationship or financial difficulties because of gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most online gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control. These may include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set maximum playing time to help prevent extended gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your account
We encourage you to use these tools if you feel your gambling may be getting out of control.
Support Organizations in New Zealand
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of the following organisations:
New Zealand
- Gambling Helpline (NZ): Free, confidential, 24/7 support
Phone: 0800 654 655
Website: www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz - Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ): Free counselling and support services
Website: www.pgf.nz
International Support
- GamCare (UK): Free advice and support for problem gamblers
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK): National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Gambling Help Online (Australia): Professional counselling and support
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): Research, education, and treatment
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): Helpline and resources
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Our Call to Action
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you know needs help, please reach out to one of the support organisations listed above. There is no shame in seeking help—it is a sign of strength.
Remember: gambling should only ever be a form of entertainment that you can afford to lose. If you are unable to control your gambling or if it is causing problems in your life, please contact the Gambling Helpline (NZ) on 0800 654 655 or visit their website at www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz.
Last updated: 2026