Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Online pokies and casino games should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, similar to going to the movies or playing sports. They should never be considered a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and losses are inevitable over time.
Please gamble responsibly and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your state or territory to participate in online pokies and casino games in Australia.
By accessing this website, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement for gambling in your jurisdiction.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem. Please seek help:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying to family and friends about the extent of your gambling
- Neglecting work, school, family, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Feeling restless or irritable when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
- Damaged relationships due to gambling behaviour
- Repeatedly unsuccessful attempts to control or stop gambling
- Risk of losing employment, education, or important relationships
Self-Help Tools & Safeguards
Most licensed online pokies providers offer 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 are willing to lose within a specified time period
- Reality Checks: Receive reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from an online pokies site for a set period or permanently
- Account Closure: Close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling behaviour.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. The following organisations provide confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support for people concerned about their own or someone else's gambling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call, 24/7) - Lifeline Australia – Crisis support available 24/7
Phone: 13 11 14 - Beyond Blue – Support for depression, anxiety, and other mental health concerns often linked to problem gambling
Phone: 1300 224 636
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
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 you or someone you care about is experiencing problems with gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support, and professional counsellors are available to assist you confidentially.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Remember: problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible.