Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Painting Live, we believe online casino gaming should be fun and entertaining only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money. The odds always favour the house, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you find yourself struggling to control your gambling, help is available.
Age Verification
In New Zealand, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling activities. We take age verification seriously and comply with all local regulations.
If you are under 18, please do not use any online casino services. If you are concerned about a young person's gambling, contact the support organizations listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Be aware of these common warning signs that gambling may be becoming a problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities from family or friends
- Neglecting work, school, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
If you recognize any of these signs in your own behaviour, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you're willing to accept
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders during gaming sessions about time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period
- Account Cooling Off: Take a break from gambling for a specified duration
We encourage you to use these tools proactively. Speak with your casino's customer support team about implementing limits that work for you.
Support Organizations in New Zealand
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organizations provide free, confidential support:
New Zealand
- Problem Gambling Foundation (Te Puna Whakatumaire)
Phone: 0800 664 262 (free, 24/7)
Website: www.pgf.nz
Provides counselling, support groups, and resources for those affected by problem gambling. - Gamblers Anonymous Aotearoa (GAA)
Website: www.gamblersanonymous.org.nz
Peer support meetings and fellowship for people struggling with gambling.
International Support Resources
- GamCare (UK) – www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK Self-Exclusion Scheme) – 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. If you're concerned about your gambling or that of a loved one, don't hesitate to reach out.
Contact the Problem Gambling Foundation on 0800 664 262 (available 24/7, free and confidential) or visit their website for more information.
Remember: help is always available, and recovery is possible. You don't have to face this alone.
Painting Live (paintinglive.co.nz) is committed to promoting responsible gambling. This information is provided for educational purposes. If you experience problem gambling, please seek professional help. We encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means.