Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino games should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. They are games of chance with no guaranteed way to win money. Never view gambling as a way to earn income, solve financial problems, or make money. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and losses are a normal part of gaming.
Play responsibly, within your means, and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling and poker machine gaming. If you are under 18, please do not access gambling services.
By accessing this website and participating in gaming activities, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old and meet all legal requirements in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or negative emotions
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts to get the same excitement
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or control gambling behaviour
- Relationship problems or conflicts related to gambling
If you experience any of these signs, help and support are available.
Self-Help Tools & Protections
Most reputable online gaming operators provide tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Session Time Limits: Restrict the amount of time you can spend gaming in one session
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders during play about how long you've been gaming
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing your gaming account
Take advantage of these tools and use them to maintain control over your gaming activities.
Support & Help Organizations
If you are struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support service for Australians
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call)
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom) – Free support and information for problem gamblers
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – Information and resources for responsible gambling
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) – Help and referral services
www.ncpgambling.org - Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (Germany) – Federal Centre for Health Education
Information on problem gambling support
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help today. Support is confidential, non-judgmental, and available to you.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (24 hours, 7 days a week) for free counselling and advice tailored to your situation.
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, and recovery is possible.