Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
We're committed to promoting responsible gaming at 17bickleighvaleroadmooroolbark.com. Remember: online pokies and casino games should only ever be viewed as entertainment, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. The odds always favour the house, and there is no guaranteed way to win.
Play within your means, set limits, and never gamble with money you cannot afford to lose.
Age Verification
All players must be at least 18 years of age or older to participate in online gambling in Australia. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to use our services. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these warning signs? If so, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses: Trying to recover money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling: Concealing your gambling habits from friends, family, or partners
- Loss of control: Gambling longer or spending more than you intended
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family time due to gambling
- Borrowing to gamble: Taking loans or using credit to fund gambling activities
- Gambling to escape: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, or other problems
- Failed attempts to quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to cut back or stop
- Lying about gambling: Being dishonest with loved ones about time or money spent gambling
- Relationship or financial strain: Gambling is causing problems with loved ones or your finances
- Increased tolerance: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to get the same excitement
If you identify with any of these signs, help is available—please reach out to a support organisation today.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Our platform provides several tools to help you gamble responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit over a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of losses you're willing to accept in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during your gaming session showing time elapsed and money spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic alerts or session timeouts to prevent extended play
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from our site if you feel your gambling is becoming problematic
- Account Pause: Take a break from gambling without closing your account permanently
We encourage you to use these tools proactively. Your wellbeing is our priority.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, professional help is available. Contact one of these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential online counselling and support for Australians affected by gambling problems
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au - Lifeline Australia – 24/7 crisis support
Phone: 13 11 14 (local call cost)
www.lifeline.org.au - Beyond Blue – Support for mental health and wellbeing
Phone: 1300 224 636
www.beyondblue.org.au
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free counselling and support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – Self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Gambling Help: www.bzga.de
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you care about does, please contact one of the support organisations listed above. They offer confidential, non-judgmental assistance to anyone affected by problem gambling.
Remember: Recovery is possible, and support is always available. Don't hesitate to reach out.