Responsible Gambling

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Gambling can be an enjoyable form of entertainment when approached responsibly. This page outlines resources, tools, and guidelines to help you maintain a healthy relationship with gambling.

Gambling Should Be Entertainment

Online pokies and casino games are designed to be fun. They should never be used as a way to make money, recover financial losses, or escape personal problems. Set a budget before you play and stick to it — only wager what you can comfortably afford to lose.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

Problem gambling can develop gradually. Watch out for these warning signs:

Spending more time or money on gambling than intended
Chasing losses — trying to win back money you have lost
Gambling affecting your relationships, work, or finances
Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
Lying to family or friends about gambling activity
Gambling as a way to cope with stress or emotional problems

Tools to Stay in Control

Licensed online casinos like Uptown Pokies offer responsible gambling tools directly within their platforms:

Deposit limits: Set daily, weekly, or monthly deposit caps
Session time limits: Restrict how long you play in one session
Cool-off periods: Take a short break (24 hours to several weeks)
Self-exclusion: Temporarily or permanently close your casino account
Reality checks: On-screen pop-ups reminding you how long you have played

Support Services in Australia

If you or someone you know needs help with gambling, free and confidential support is available:

Gambling Help Online: gamblinghelponline.org.au — free, 24/7 online chat and phone support
National Gambling Helpline: 1800 858 858 — free, confidential, 24 hours a day
Gambling Therapy: gamblingtherapy.org — international online support
Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 — crisis support and suicide prevention

Our Commitment

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Self-Exclusion Schemes

Australia's national self-exclusion register, BetStop, allows Australians to self-exclude from all licensed online gambling services in a single registration. Visit betstop.com.au to register.