Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino games should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While gaming can be fun and exciting, it's important to approach it with the right mindset and set firm boundaries on what you're willing to spend.
Remember: the house always has a mathematical advantage. Play only with money you can afford to lose, and never gamble with funds needed for essential expenses like rent, bills, or groceries.
Age Verification
All players must be at least 18 years of age to participate in online gaming in Australia. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use this website or engage in any form of gambling.
Parents and guardians: if you're concerned about a young person's gaming habits, please reach out for support or implement parental controls on devices.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know?
- Chasing losses by spending more money to try to win back what you've lost
- Spending more time and money on gaming than intended
- Hiding or lying about the amount of time or money spent on gaming
- Borrowing money to fund gaming activities
- Neglecting family, work, or social responsibilities due to gaming
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to game
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gaming
- Using gaming as an escape from stress, anxiety, depression, or other problems
- Experiencing relationship conflicts due to gaming habits
- Financial difficulties caused by gaming
If you've identified with several of these warning signs, it's important to seek help as soon as possible.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Many reputable gaming providers offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit per day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum loss threshold and stop playing once reached
- Session Time Limits: Automatically log out after a set period
- Reality Checks: Regular pop-up reminders showing time spent and money wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently ban yourself from accessing gaming sites
Take advantage of these tools. They're designed to help you maintain control and prevent problem gambling.
Support Organisations in Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call)
International Support Services
- GamCare (United Kingdom) – Free gambling addiction support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help?
If gambling is causing harm in your life, please reach out for support today. There is no shame in seeking help, and recovery is possible.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit their website for confidential, free counselling and support services available 24/7.
Your wellbeing is important. Don't struggle alone.