Responsible Gaming

Introduction

Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While playing can be fun, it's important to remember that all games of chance have a house edge, meaning the odds always favour the casino in the long term. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.

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. By accessing this site, you confirm that you meet this legal requirement.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you recognise any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover lost money
• Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
• Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
• Feeling anxious or irritable when not gambling
• Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
• Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Lying about the extent of your gambling

Self-Help Tools

Take control of your gambling with these practical tools:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend per day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Establish a threshold for losses before you stop playing
• Reality Checks: Enable pop-up reminders to track how long you've been playing
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
• Time Limits: Set alarms to remind yourself to take breaks
• Cooling-Off Periods: Take regular breaks from gambling activities

Support Organisations

If you need support, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential assistance:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Free counselling and support for problem gambling across Australia
• Gambling Help Services: Call 1800 858 858 (free, confidential, 24/7)

International Support

• GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk
• GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
• National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org

Take Action Today

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support, and trained professionals are available to assist you. Contact one of the organisations listed above or call the Gambling Help Services hotline at 1800 858 858.

Remember: gambling should be fun. If it's not, it's time to get help.