Gambling should be entertainment, not a way to make money or solve financial problems. Set a deposit and loss limit before playing and treat that amount as entertainment spending. Never borrow to gamble, chase losses, use money needed for bills, or gamble while distressed or impaired.

Tools available at licensed casinos

• Deposit limits — cap how much you can add per day, week or month.
• Loss limits — stop play automatically when a loss threshold is reached.
• Session reminders — alerts after a set time in the session.
• Time-out — cooling-off periods from 24 hours to several weeks.
• Self-exclusion — blocks access for a selected period, often with optional extension.

Remove saved payment details and consider blocking gambling advertising if taking a break. Ask the operator exactly how each tool works and whether it applies across all brands under the same licence.

Support services

Gambling Help Online — free confidential support, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Phone: 1800 858 858
Website: gamblinghelponline.org.au

ACMA — the Australian Communications and Media Authority oversees online gambling regulation.
Website: acma.gov.au

BeGambleAware — additional guidance and self-assessment tools.
Website: begambleaware.org

If you or someone you know is struggling, talking to a trusted person and seeking professional support makes a real difference.