Responsible Gaming
Introduction
Pokies and online gaming should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. They are games of chance designed for fun, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose. If you find yourself relying on gambling as income or to cover expenses, it's time to seek help.
Age Verification
By using any gaming platform accessible through this website, you confirm that you are:
- At least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction)
- Not prohibited by law from gambling in Australia
- Accessing gaming services of your own free will
If you are under the legal gambling age, you must not proceed. Underage gambling can cause serious harm to your development and future.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Are you experiencing any of the following? If so, problem gambling may be affecting your life:
- Regularly spending more money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or hobbies due to gambling
- Lying to family or friends about gambling habits or losses
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or difficult emotions
- Borrowing money to gamble or gambling with money needed for essentials
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Loss of control over time and money spent gambling
- Considering returning to gamble immediately after a loss
If you've ticked any of these boxes, support is available—and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Options
Most reputable gaming operators offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose
- Time Limits: Receive reminders or automatic session time-outs
- Reality Checks: Pop-up notifications to remind you how long you've been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily restrict access to your account for a set period
Use these tools proactively. They're there to protect you and help maintain gaming as entertainment.
Support & Help Services in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, reach out to these trusted organisations:
Primary Australian Services:
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Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling available 24/7 across Australia -
Gambler's Help
Phone: 1800 858 858 (toll-free in Victoria)
Counselling and support services for problem gambling -
National Problem Gambling Counselling Service
Free counselling and referral services across all Australian states
International Services:
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GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Support for problem gambling across the UK -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 -
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Call to Action
If gambling is causing harm to you or your loved ones, please reach out for support today.
Help is confidential, non-judgmental, and always available. Whether you need immediate assistance or guidance, professional counsellors are ready to help you regain control. The sooner you seek support, the sooner you can begin to recover.
Remember: Problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible.