Last updated: June 2026 — James Wilson, Dapacquisitions
At Dapacquisitions, we believe that playing online pokies should always be an enjoyable, entertaining experience. James Wilson and the entire Dapacquisitions team are deeply committed to promoting responsible gaming practices across New Zealand. We understand that for some players, gambling can move beyond entertainment and become a serious problem. This page exists because we genuinely care about the wellbeing of every person who visits dapacquisitions.com.
Please read this page carefully. Whether you are a casual player or someone who gambles regularly, the information here could make a meaningful difference in your life or the life of someone you care about.
Healthy gambling means playing within your means, setting clear limits, and stopping whenever you choose. If you ever feel that gambling is controlling you rather than the other way around, it is time to take action. Help is available, and there is absolutely no shame in seeking it.
Problem gambling can affect anyone, regardless of age, background, or income. Recognising the early warning signs is the first and most important step toward getting help.
Answer these questions honestly to evaluate your relationship with gambling:
If you answered yes to two or more of these questions, we strongly encourage you to reach out to one of the support organisations listed further down this page.
Licensed online casinos operating in New Zealand are required to provide a range of responsible gambling tools. Always make use of these features before they become necessary rather than after.
Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limits directly within your casino account settings. This prevents you from depositing more than you have decided you can afford. Limits can typically be decreased immediately but may take 24 to 72 hours to increase, giving you a built-in cooling-off window.
Reality check reminders notify you at regular intervals during a gaming session, telling you how long you have been playing and how much you have spent. Enable these alerts in your account settings to maintain clear awareness of your activity.
A cooling-off period temporarily restricts your ability to gamble, usually ranging from 24 hours to several weeks. This is a useful tool if you feel you need a short break without committing to a full self-exclusion.
Self-exclusion allows you to block access to your casino account for a defined period, typically from six months to five years or permanently. Once activated, this restriction is difficult to reverse by design. In New Zealand, the Department of Internal Affairs oversees the gambling regulatory framework, and many platforms support multi-operator exclusion schemes. Contact your casino's support team directly to initiate self-exclusion.
If you or someone you know needs immediate help in New Zealand, please contact one of these services right away:
These globally recognised organisations offer free, confidential support and resources for anyone affected by problem gambling:
Dapacquisitions maintains a strict 18 years and older policy. We do not promote gambling to minors under any circumstances. All online casinos featured on dapacquisitions.com are required to conduct robust age verification checks before allowing any player to deposit or wager real money. If you are a parent or guardian, we recommend using parental control software such as Gamban or Net Nanny to prevent underage access to gambling websites.
Gambling is meant to be fun. At Dapacquisitions, we will always prioritise your safety over any other consideration. If you ever feel that your gambling is becoming a problem, please do not wait. Reach out to the services listed on this page today. You deserve support, and help is closer than you think.