Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Betting Australia, we're committed to promoting safe and responsible gaming practices. Gambling should only ever be viewed as entertainment – a fun activity you can afford to lose money on – never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems.
We encourage all players to gamble within their means and to seek help immediately if they feel their gambling is becoming a concern.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your state) to access gambling services in Australia. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of age at any time.
If you are under the legal age, please do not attempt to gamble. If you have concerns about a young person's gambling, contact the support services listed below.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Consider whether you recognise any of these warning signs in your own behaviour:
- Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money you've lost
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Hiding your gambling activity from friends, family, or loved ones
- Borrowing money to gamble or pay off gambling debts
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent on gambling
- Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to cut down or stop gambling
- Failed attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
If you recognise any of these signs, it's important to take action and seek support as soon as possible.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most reputable gambling operators provide tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit over a specific period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose within a set timeframe
- Betting Limits: Restrict the amount you can wager on individual bets or games
- Reality Checks: Enable notifications during gaming sessions to remind you of time and money spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling services if you need a break
- Account Closure: Close your account if you wish to stop gambling entirely
We strongly encourage you to use these tools as part of your responsible gambling strategy.
Support & Help Resources
If you're struggling with gambling, professional support is available and confidential. Here are the key organisations you can contact:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free counselling, information, and support for problem gamblers and their families
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free and confidential) - Gamblers Anonymous Australia – Peer support groups across Australia
www.gamblersanonymous.org.au
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Information, resources, and support
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – Federal health education centre
Telephone Counselling: 0800 1 372 374 (free and confidential)
If You Need Help, Reach Out Today
Seeking help for problem gambling is a sign of strength, not weakness. The organisations listed above provide confidential, non-judgmental support and can help you regain control of your gambling.
Don't suffer in silence. If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please contact one of the support services above or speak to a trusted family member, friend, or healthcare professional.
Remember: Help is available, and recovery is possible.