Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Online casino gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Casino games are designed with a house edge, meaning the odds always favour the casino over time. Play only with money you can afford to lose, and never gamble as a way to make money or recover losses.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Australia is only legal for individuals aged 18 years and over. By accessing any online casino, you confirm that you meet this legal age requirement in your jurisdiction. If you are under 18, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other emotions
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or getting into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food)
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you gamble more responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you are willing to accept
- Reality Checks: Receive notifications at regular intervals reminding you how long you have been playing
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from an online casino account
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic logout times to limit gaming sessions
- Cool-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a set period
Use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gambling activity.
Support Organizations & Help Services
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
Australia (Primary Resource)
- Gambling Help Online – Free confidential counselling and support for all Australians
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7 helpline)
International Resources
- GamCare (United Kingdom) – Free support and information
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom) – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – Education and resources
www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States) – Helpline and referrals
www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (24/7)
Get Help Today
If you believe you have a gambling problem or are concerned about your gambling habits, reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support—trained counsellors are available to assist you confidentially and at no cost.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au today.