Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Online pokies and casino games are designed for entertainment purposes only. They should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Playing should always be fun, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Remember: The house always has a mathematical advantage. No strategy or system can guarantee wins.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your state/territory) to use this site and participate in online gaming.

If you are under the legal age in your jurisdiction, please do not gamble. Gambling at a young age can lead to serious problems and addiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, help is available:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
• Gambling with increasing amounts to get the same excitement
• Hiding your gambling activities from family and friends
• Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
• Experiencing mood changes, irritability, or anxiety related to gambling
• Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
• Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative feelings
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
• Experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling

Self-Help Tools & Controls

Most responsible gaming platforms offer the following tools to help you maintain control:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose over a given timeframe
• Session Time Limits: Restrict how long you can play in a single session
• Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications reminding you how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from your gaming account

Take advantage of these tools to stay in control of your gaming habits.

Support Organisations in Australia

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available from these trusted Australian organisations:

Primary Support

• Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free counselling and support for problem gambling across Australia

Additional Resources

• Lifeline Australia
  Phone: 13 11 14
  24-hour crisis support and counselling
• Beyond Blue
  Phone: 1300 224 636
  Support for mental health and financial stress related to gambling

International Support

If you're accessing this site from outside Australia, please contact the appropriate organisation for your region:

• United Kingdom: GamCare (www.gamcare.org.uk) or GamStop (www.gamstop.co.uk)
• Canada: Responsible Gambling Council (www.responsiblegambling.org)
• United States: National Council on Problem Gambling (www.ncpgambling.org)

Need Help?

If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support—many people have successfully overcome problem gambling with professional help.

Don't wait. Contact Gambling Help Online or call Lifeline on 13 11 14 to speak with someone confidentially.