Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to You

At theboplive.net, we believe that online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices and supporting the wellbeing of our players.

Age Verification

Online pokies are only for players aged 18 years and over in New Zealand. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity to confirm your eligibility. If you are under 18, please do not access our services.

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:

• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money
• Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
• Borrowing money to gamble or gambling with money needed for essentials
• Neglecting work, study, family, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
• Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent on gambling
• Gambling affecting relationships, employment, or financial stability

Self-Help Tools

We provide several tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose before stopping play
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your account to take a break from gambling
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic session duration limits

Contact our customer support team at any time to activate or adjust these tools.

Support and Help Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:

New Zealand

• Gambling Helpline (NZ): Free and confidential support
  📞 0800 654 655 | www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
• Problem Gambling Foundation (NZ): Information and support services
  📞 0800 038 893 | www.pgf.nz

International Support

• 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 believe you have a gambling problem, or if gambling is causing harm to you or your loved ones, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support—trained professionals are ready to assist you confidentially and without judgment.

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