Responsible Gaming

Our Commitment to Safe Gaming

At Shoto Over Wedding Films, 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 within your means and for fun.

Age Verification

You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gaming in New Zealand. 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 access gaming sites or create accounts.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:

• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
• Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
• Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Experiencing anxiety, depression, or mood changes related to gambling
• Unable to reduce or stop gambling despite wanting to
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
• Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
• Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling

Self-Help Tools & Protective Measures

Many online gaming platforms offer tools to help you stay in control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose before you stop playing
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming sites to take a break
• Session Time Limits: Set a timer to limit how long you play in one session

We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gaming activities.

Support & Help Organizations

If you are struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organizations:

New Zealand

• Gambling Helpline (Aotearoa New Zealand): Free, confidential counselling service. Call 0800 654 655 or visit www.gamblinghelpline.co.nz
• Problem Gambling Foundation: Support and resources for problem gambling. Visit www.pgf.nz

International Support Resources

• Australia - Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
• United Kingdom - GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
• United Kingdom - GamStop: Self-exclusion scheme. www.gamstop.co.uk
• Canada - Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States - National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org

Take Action Today

If you or someone you know is experiencing problems with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—support services are confidential and free. Contact the Gambling Helpline (Aotearoa New Zealand) at 0800 654 655 or visit one of the organizations listed above.

Remember: Help is just a phone call away.