Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. While playing can be fun and exciting, it's important to understand that the house always has an edge, and you should only ever gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Age Verification

In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities, including online pokies. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and require verification of your age before accessing any gaming content or services.

If you are under 18, please do not use this site. If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, please contact the support organisations listed below.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Are you experiencing any of the following? This may indicate a gambling problem:

• Chasing losses by gambling more to win back money you've lost
• Hiding your gambling activities or lying to family and friends about how much you gamble
• Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, or other essential expenses
• Spending more time and money on gambling than you originally intended
• Feeling anxious or irritable when you're not gambling
• Needing to gamble with larger amounts to get the same level of excitement
• Neglecting work, school, family, or personal relationships due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling activities
• Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
• Using gambling as a way to escape stress, depression, or anxiety

If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone else, it's important to seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features

Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
• Loss Limits: Set a limit on the amount of money you're willing to lose during a gaming session
• Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during play about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
• Session Time Limits: Automatically end your gaming session after a set period
• Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling sites for a period of time (days, weeks, months, or years)

We encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gaming practice.

Support Organisations & Resources

If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. Please reach out to one of these organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential support for Australians affected by gambling problems
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7)
• Lifeline Australia — Crisis support and counselling
  www.lifeline.org.au
  Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
• Beyond Blue — Mental health support
  www.beyondblue.org.au
  Phone: 1300 224 636

International Resources

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

Need Help?

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please reach out for support today. Gambling problems are treatable, and help is available. You don't have to face this alone.

Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week) for free, confidential advice and support.