Responsible Gambling
Social Responsibility
The Mainland Foundation recognises its social responsibility arising from its operation of gaming machines. We ensure that gaming environments and products do not contribute unreasonably to exacerbation of problem gamblers, while also recognising the right of individuals to make informed decisions about their preferred entertainment.
Problem Gambling Treatment
The Mainland Foundation and its venue operators help identify problem gambling and refer affected customers to appropriate sources for help and support.
Prominent Display of Information
Information is prominently displayed in gaming venues about the risks of problem gambling, how to recognise the signs and where to get help. Brochures specifying treatment providers and how they can be contacted are readily available in every venue.
Staff Training and Responses
All staff are made aware of the potential for problem gambling. They are able to provide necessary contact details to players who seek help or are concerned about their gambling behaviour.
Self-Exclusion
Self-exclusion procedures are available at all member sites. This allows customers to authorise their own exclusion from gaming premises.
Unsupervised Persons under 18 Not Permitted
Persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to participate in gaming. As per Section 67.1(b) of the Gambling Act 2003.
No credit facilities
Credit will not be extended by The Mainland Foundation or by any of its member sites under any circumstances.
Intoxicated Customers Prevented from Playing
Customers showing signs of intoxication will be prevented from playing gaming machines and may be lawfully removed from gaming premises if necessary.
Recent News
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Inspire Foundation
The Mainland Foundation is a very proud founding member of the Inspire Foundation. What if we could recognise extraordinary young cantabrians who have the potential and desire... more
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Pokies allowed in smoking area
The Gambling Commission says gamblers at the Kilbirnie Tavern, Wellington can continue to play the pokies in the pubs smoking area. It allowed an appeal by gaming machine... more
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Gambling spending dips again
The amount spent on gambling fell 5.7 per cent last year, and is well down on the peak of $2.04 billion in 2003/04, the Department of Internal Affairs said today. more
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Flavell’s Bill is badly flawed says Community Gaming Asso
Flavells Bill is badly flawed says Community Gaming Association The Gambling (Gambling Harm Reduction) Amendment Bill will do virtually nothing to reduce harm from gambling at a... more
