There are concerns problem gambling could intensify if Lotto ramps up its online gaming options.  

The Otago Daily Times reports Lotto is looking to make changes online, and also add a third weekly draw.  

Gambling expert Max Abbott told Tim Dower he's most worried about the increase in online games. 

He says Lotto's been trending towards moving online for a while now, which can be far more addictive. 

“Lotto NZ has moved into a very strong online presence, and they’ve moved continuous forms of gambling onto that platform and some of those actually are in the more dangerous category.” 

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