{"id":2283850,"date":"2022-12-09T04:52:03","date_gmt":"2022-12-09T09:52:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newzealandcasinos.nz\/?p=101174"},"modified":"2022-12-09T04:52:03","modified_gmt":"2022-12-09T09:52:03","slug":"new-zealand-government-plans-for-a-new-pokies-regulation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zephyrnet.com\/new-zealand-government-plans-for-a-new-pokies-regulation\/","title":{"rendered":"New Zealand government plans for a new pokies regulation!","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"

A new regulation on pokies is in the works in New Zealand. This law aims to reduce gambling-related harm and promote responsible gambling.<\/p>\n

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The country is taking action to reduce the harm caused by pokie gaming. The government imposes limits for withdrawal and maximum bet allowed in pokie machines. <\/p>\n

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Internal Affairs Minister Jan Tinetti, agrees that they need a more systematic reform. This is to reduce harm from gambling in general and address the impact of pokie machines on poor communities in New Zealand.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Meanwhile, they are also investigating measures to restrict access to pokies. This would limit the number of sites that may host them. <\/p>\n

Add to that the implementation of a system requiring breaks between game sessions.<\/p>\n

The new regulations for online slots will be modified to the following:<\/p>\n

Pokies new spending limit<\/h2>\n

The law would set a cap on how much you spend at the slots at $20 per day or $50 per week. <\/p>\n

This applies to all New Zealand pokies machines<\/a>. Those found in bars, clubs, and casinos<\/a> have spending caps too. <\/p>\n

Under the new regulations, every pokies machine must also show a warning on responsible gambling.<\/p>\n

Pre-commitment system<\/h3>\n

This new system will let gamblers establish a cap on how much they may spend on a slot machine. <\/p>\n

It has the ability to control your gambling behavior by providing awareness of your spending habits<\/a>. Moreover, every pokies machine must have a visible display. <\/p>\n

This shows the highest investment, winnings, and the necessary age limit.<\/p>\n

Employee mandatory training<\/h3>\n

Moreover, the new rule requires routine sweeps and keeping track of gambling harm signs. As a result, employees will be subject to annual mandatory training. <\/p>\n

The goal is to improve the level of training for employees in pokies establishments.<\/p>\n

Venue design and distance<\/h2>\n

Two new venue design standards will aid in harm reduction by ensuring that workers can supervise ATMs and pokie machines better. <\/p>\n

This calls for less visibility of these devices. The laws also set a four-machine maximum that can be used in any legal area. <\/p>\n

All slot machines must be at least 500 meters apart from each other. This is to reduce the likelihood of people playing at multiple machines at once.<\/p>\n

The majority of these are located in areas with high levels of deprivation and hardship. South of Auckland to name one. People who live in low-income communities are more prone to become problem gamblers. <\/p>\n

The harms of gambling affect them. These might include financial difficulties, mental health issues, relational stress, and so forth.<\/p>\n

The new rules are a part of a larger initiative to lessen gaming-related harm in New Zealand. This also entails passing legislation to limit gambling product promotion. People are exposed to marketing and advertising of pokies. <\/p>\n

This means that even if they do not actively gamble, they are still exposed to its lure. <\/p>\n

Also, the government pushes local<\/a> governments to work together. They must continue to raise public awareness of the consequences of gaming. <\/p>\n

This starts with providing resources to help parents and teachers. And later on, supporting young people who may be at risk.<\/p>\n

To learn more about plans for this new rule, you can visit Government takes action to reduce gambling harm from pokies | Beehive.govt.nz<\/a><\/p>\n