Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is important to remember that gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds always favour the house, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Play responsibly and within your means. Set limits, stick to them, and never chase losses.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your state or territory) to access and use gaming services in Australia. If you are under the legal age in your jurisdiction, you are not permitted to participate in any form of gambling.
By accessing our site, you confirm that you are of legal age to gamble in your state or territory.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Recognise these warning signs in yourself or others:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover lost money
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about the amount spent
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting work, family, relationships, or hobbies due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, or depression when unable to gamble
- Gambling with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Feeling a loss of control over gambling behaviour
If you recognise any of these signs, it may be time to seek help.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most licensed online gaming platforms offer tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a limit on the amount you are willing to lose
- Time Limits: Set reminders or automatic session timeouts to limit play duration
- Reality Checks: Enable pop-up notifications during gaming sessions to remind you of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your gaming account
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling habits.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Contact one of these support services:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 - Lifeline Australia – Crisis support and counselling
Phone: 13 11 14 - beyondblue – Mental health support
Phone: 1300 224 636
International Resources
- United Kingdom – GamCare
www.gamcare.org.uk - United Kingdom – GamStop
www.gamstop.co.uk - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org - United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
These organisations provide free, confidential support and can help you regain control.
Need Help? Reach Out Today
If gambling is affecting your health, relationships, finances, or wellbeing, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out—support services are confidential and available to help you.
Contact Gambling Help Online at 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for free support in Australia.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining—never let it become a problem.