Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
Online pokies and casino games should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and you should never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose.
Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling and pokies. If you are under the legal age, please do not use our services.
By accessing pokies websites and placing bets, you confirm that you are of legal age in your jurisdiction and that you accept full responsibility for your actions.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate problem gambling:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding or lying about gambling activities and spending
- Neglecting family, work, school, or other responsibilities
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or accumulating debt to gamble
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or depressed when not gambling
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Gambling with increasing amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Relationships suffering due to gambling behaviour
If you identify with any of these signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most responsible online gaming platforms offer built-in tools to help you gamble safely:
- 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 in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to control your playing duration
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your account if needed
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling activities.
Support & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of these trusted organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free, confidential counselling and support services available 24/7
- Gambler's Help: Phone 1800 858 858 — Free telephone counselling service across Victoria
- Problem Gambling Services: State-based support available through local health services
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (United Kingdom): www.gamstop.co.uk
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (United States): www.ncpgambling.org
All organisations listed provide free, confidential support and advice.
Need Help? Take Action Today
If gambling is causing you distress, affecting your relationships, finances, or mental health, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au today.
Your wellbeing is important. Help is available, and recovery is possible.