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 earn money. Never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose, and always set limits before you play.
Remember: The odds always favour the house. Gambling should never be considered a way to make money or solve financial problems.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling and pokies. If you are under 18, please do not use gaming services.
By accessing this site, you confirm that you are of legal gambling age in your jurisdiction and agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to try to win back what you've lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Being unable to cut down or stop gambling despite wanting to
- Experiencing mood swings, anxiety, or irritability when not gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting work, study, family, or other important responsibilities
- Lying to others about the extent of your gambling
- Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling
Self-Help Tools and Limits
Most reputable online gambling operators offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose during a gaming session
- Time Limits: Set reminders to take breaks from gaming
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders showing how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling accounts
- Account Closure: Close your account if you need to stop entirely
Use these tools proactively to ensure your gambling remains within healthy boundaries.
Support and Help Resources
If you are struggling with gambling or suspect you may have a problem, reach out to one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free confidential support and counselling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Gamblers Anonymous Australia – Peer support meetings and recovery programs
International Resources
- UK – GamCare – Support for problem gamblers in the United Kingdom
www.gamcare.org.uk - UK – GamStop – National self-exclusion register for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council – Education and resources
www.responsiblegambling.org - USA – National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
All services are confidential and free to use.
If You Need Help
If you are experiencing problems with gambling, please do not hesitate to seek help. Speaking to someone is a sign of strength, not weakness. Support services are available 24/7 and are completely confidential.
Take action today: Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (Australia) or visit the resources listed above to connect with professional support.
Your wellbeing is important. Help is always available.