Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment
Gambling should only ever be viewed as a form of entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. When you gamble, please only spend what you can afford to lose. Remember: the odds always favour the house, and there is no guaranteed way to win.
Enjoy betting responsibly and within your limits at all times.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your state or territory to use betting sites and services. It is illegal for anyone under the legal age to gamble. If you are underage, please do not attempt to access or use any betting services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in yourself or someone you know, it may indicate a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about the amount you gamble
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or hobbies due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Risking relationships or opportunities because of gambling
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Most responsible betting sites offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Session Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of time
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from betting sites for a predetermined period
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if you choose to stop gambling
Make use of these tools to help manage your gambling responsibly.
Support & Help Organisations
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Free counselling, information, and support resources for Australians
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 – 24/7 crisis support
- Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 – Mental health and wellbeing support
International Support
- United Kingdom: GamCare (www.gamcare.org.uk) and GamStop (www.gamstop.co.uk)
- Canada: Responsible Gambling Council (www.responsiblegambling.org)
- United States: National Council on Problem Gambling (www.ncpgambling.org)
Take Action Today
If you believe you have a problem with gambling, or if gambling is affecting your life, relationships, or finances, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in asking for support—problem gambling is treatable, and many people recover with the right assistance.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (free call) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au today.
Your wellbeing is important. Gamble responsibly and within your means.