Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Remember: the house always has a mathematical advantage. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use online gaming services in Australia. By continuing, you confirm that you are of legal age in your jurisdiction.
If you are under 18, please do not proceed. Gambling under the legal age is prohibited and can have serious consequences.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Lying to friends, family, or professionals about your gambling habits
- Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Gambling as an escape from stress, anxiety, or emotional problems
- Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Being unable to stick to gambling limits you've set
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay gambling debts
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
- Feeling unable to control your gambling behavior
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a period
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log you out after a set period of play
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Cooling Off: Take a break from gambling by temporarily suspending your account
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gaming habits.
Support & Helpline Organizations
If you or someone you know needs help with gambling-related issues, these organizations provide free, confidential support:
Australia
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Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Provides free counselling, information, and resources for problem gambling in Australia -
Gamblers Anonymous Australia
Self-help support groups across Australia for people affected by problem gambling -
National Gambling Helpline (1800 522 529)
Free phone counselling available 24/7 in Australia
International Resources
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GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk -
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help? Reach Out Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. Professional counsellors and support services are available to assist you at no cost.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 522 529 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Your health and wellbeing are more important than any game. Help is available, and recovery is possible.