Call They bet on you staying silent
“You” might mean you, or someone in your whānau. “They” are the systems and stigma that keep gambling harm hidden.
You break the silence. Turnaround connects you to the support you need.
Take our assessment
Take our short test to understand the level of harm and access tools and practical advice and services to manage them.
Tools
Tools to help you reduce your gambling
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Gambling Blocks and Controls
If you want to take practical steps to stop gambling or reduce temptation, blocking
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Take a Break from Gambling
Sometimes the most powerful step you can take is simply giving gambling a rest.
Self-exclusion is your choice to take a break from weeks to years so you can refocus your time, money, and energy on other things.
Stories
Real gambling stories
If you’ve ever found it hard to talk about gambling or to get support, you’re not alone. Many people feel like this
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Naveen's Story
In this video, Naveen shares his lived experience as an Asian New Zealander, reflecting on the challenges international students face when exposed to gambling in Aotearoa.
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Li Na's Family Story
In this video, Li Na shares her family’s journey of moving from China to Fiji and then settling in Aotearoa New Zealand.
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Jian’s Story
In this video, Jian shares his journey of moving from Hong Kong to Aotearoa New Zealand and the struggles he faced with identity, belonging, and connection.
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(Except public holiday)
Asian Family Services offers a free, confidential and anonymous phone service for Asian communities living in New Zealand available in several different Asian languages and English. If you’re stressed about your gambling or worried about some else's, we can help.
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