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. Like any form of entertainment, it should be fun, affordable, and within your control. If you find yourself gambling more than intended or chasing losses, it's time to seek support.

Age Verification

You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your Australian state or territory) to use our site and play online pokies. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and comply with all applicable Australian gambling laws.

Parents and guardians: If you're concerned about a young person's access to gambling content, please consider using parental control software.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Do you recognise any of these signs in your gambling behaviour? If so, please seek help immediately.

• Chasing losses by gambling with more money to try to recover what you've lost
• Gambling with larger amounts of money to get the same level of excitement
• Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or healthcare professionals
• Lying about the amount of time or money spent on gambling
• Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
• Borrowing money or going into debt to gamble
• Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
• Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or control your gambling
• Experiencing relationship conflicts due to gambling behaviour
• Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling

Self-Help Tools & Controls

Most reputable online gambling platforms offer tools to help you maintain control. These include:

• Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to spend per day, week, or month
• Loss Limits: Stop gambling once you've reached a predetermined loss threshold
• Reality Checks: Regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling platforms
• Session Time Limits: Set automatic logouts after a set period of time

Take advantage of these tools—they're designed to help you gamble responsibly.

Support Organisations

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organisations:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling service for Australians
  www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call, 24/7)
• Lifeline Australia – Crisis support and counselling
  Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
• Beyond Blue – Mental health and wellbeing support
  Phone: 1300 224 636 (24/7)

International Support Services

• United Kingdom – GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk
• United Kingdom – GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk
• Canada – Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
• United States – National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org

If You Need Help, Reach Out Today

Problem gambling can have serious consequences for your mental health, relationships, and finances. You don't have to face this alone. The organisations listed above are free, confidential, and available to help you take control of your gambling.

Remember: Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Reach out to Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit their website today.