Responsible Gaming
Play Responsibly
Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble only with money you can afford to lose, and always play for fun.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your state) to participate in online gambling in Australia. All players are required to verify their age before accessing pokies or placing bets.
It is illegal for minors to gamble. If you are under 18, please do not use gambling services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognize any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Repeatedly trying to cut back or control gambling without success
- Thinking about gambling constantly or planning the next session
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying about how much you gamble
- Using gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other emotional problems
- Neglecting family, work, school, or other important responsibilities
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing relationship problems due to gambling
- Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to reduce or stop gambling
If you experience any of these warning signs, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Many gambling platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Cap the total amount you are willing to lose in a session or day
- Reality Checks: Set reminders to check how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling services for a set period
- Time-Out: Take a break from gambling for a set duration
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed
Use these tools proactively to help maintain responsible gambling habits.
Support & Help Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - National Gambling Helpline (1800 858 858) – Call for immediate support
- Lifeline Australia (13 11 14) – 24/7 crisis support
www.lifeline.org.au
International Resources
- GamCare (UK) – www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (UK) – National Self-Exclusion Scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada) – www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US) – www.ncpgambling.org
If You Need Help
Do not hesitate to reach out. Problem gambling is a treatable condition, and support is available 24/7. Contact Gambling Help Online or call the National Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858 for free, confidential assistance.
Your health and wellbeing are more important than any game. Help is just a call or click away.