Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
We are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Pokies and online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you find yourself gambling more than you can afford to lose, it's time to seek help.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal age in your state or territory) to access pokies and online gambling services. By using centralaustraliaahsc.org, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement for your jurisdiction in Australia.
If you are under the legal gambling age, please do not proceed. We take age restrictions seriously and reserve the right to verify your age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, problem gambling may be developing:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activities or lying to friends and family about gambling habits
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
- Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling unable to control the urge to gamble
- Unsuccessful attempts to cut back or stop gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Controls
Many gambling operators offer built-in tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit in a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a cap on how much you're willing to lose before you stop gambling
- Reality Checks: Enable notifications that remind you how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Time Limits: Set a time limit for your gaming sessions and receive warnings when approaching the limit
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling for a set period (days, weeks, or months)
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain control of your gambling activities.
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, please contact one of the following organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential counselling and support service for all Australians
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (available 24/7)
United Kingdom
- GamCare — Provides counselling and information for problem gamblers
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — Information and support resources
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — Information and referral service
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 (available 24/7)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) — Federal Centre for Health Education
Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 372 374 (free and confidential)
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Problem gambling is a serious issue, but recovery is possible. There is no shame in seeking help. Support services are confidential, free, and available 24/7 in Australia.
Do not suffer in silence. If you or someone you care about is struggling with gambling, contact Gambling Help Online or call 1800 858 858 today.