Last updated: June 2026 — James Wilson, Schoolandmore
At Schoolandmore, we believe that playing online pokies should always be an enjoyable and entertaining experience. James Wilson and the entire Schoolandmore team are committed to promoting responsible gambling practices for all players in New Zealand. We recognise that for some people, gambling can become a serious problem, and we take that responsibility seriously. This page exists because we genuinely care about the wellbeing of every person who visits schoolandmore.co.nz.
Gambling should never be viewed as a way to make money, solve financial problems, or escape from stress. If at any point it stops being fun, it is time to take a step back and seek support.
Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or income. Recognising the early warning signs is one of the most important steps toward getting help. The signs are not always obvious, and many people do not realise they have a problem until it has significantly impacted their life.
Ask yourself the following questions honestly. If you answer yes to two or more of them, we strongly encourage you to reach out to a support organisation listed further down this page.
Reputable online casinos operating in New Zealand offer a range of practical tools to help you stay in control. We only recommend platforms that provide these features, and we encourage every player to use them proactively rather than waiting for a problem to develop.
Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much money you can deposit into your casino account. This is one of the most effective ways to keep your spending within a budget you are comfortable with. Limits can usually be reduced immediately but increasing them may require a waiting period for your protection.
Enable on-screen reminders that notify you of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent. These regular prompts help you stay aware of your gambling session and make conscious decisions rather than playing on autopilot.
If you feel you need a short break, a cooling-off period allows you to temporarily suspend your account for a set number of days or weeks. This gives you space to reassess without permanently closing your account.
Self-exclusion allows you to block yourself from accessing a casino platform for an extended period, typically ranging from six months to several years, or permanently. In New Zealand, the Department of Internal Affairs oversees gambling regulations, and many operators are required to honour self-exclusion requests. Contact your casino directly or reach out to a support organisation to begin this process.
If you or someone you know needs immediate help, please contact one of the following New Zealand services:
The following organisations provide professional guidance, counselling, and resources for anyone affected by problem gambling:
Schoolandmore operates a strict 18 years and over policy. All content published on schoolandmore.co.nz is intended solely for adults of legal gambling age in New Zealand. We do not condone underage gambling under any circumstances. If you are a parent or guardian, we recommend using parental control tools such as Net Nanny or Gamban to restrict access to gambling-related content on shared devices.
Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you are concerned about your own gambling or that of someone you care about, support is available right now. The Schoolandmore team encourages anyone who needs help to take that first step today.