Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Women in Sport WA, we believe that online gaming and pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to earn money, solve financial problems, or escape from difficulties. If you're playing pokies or any form of gambling, please do so responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age or the legal gambling age in your Australian state or territory to use our services and access online pokies. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and take age verification seriously.
If you are under 18, please do not attempt to gamble.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of the following signs in your gambling behaviour? If so, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover what you've lost
- Hiding or lying about how much time or money you spend gambling
- Gambling with money intended for bills, rent, food, or other essentials
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Neglecting family, friends, work, or hobbies because of gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
Self-Help Tools
Many gaming platforms and operators offer tools to help you stay in control. These include:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Limits: Automatically log out after a set period of time
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling services
We encourage you to use these tools to maintain control over your gambling habits.
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, confidential help and support are available from these organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counselling and support services for all Australians - Gamblers Anonymous Australia
A peer support program for people with gambling problems
International Support (if required)
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Take Action Today
If you think you or someone you know may have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support—many people have successfully overcome gambling problems with professional assistance.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (toll-free) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for immediate support.