Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not Financial
At Central Australia AHSC, we believe that online pokies and gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Gaming is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age to use our services in Australia. It is illegal for minors to gamble. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request proof of identity at any time.
If you are under 18, please do not access gaming services on this website.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Spending more time or money on gaming than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Lying to friends or family about your gambling activity
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or emotional problems
- Neglecting work, family, or social commitments to gamble
- Borrowing money or experiencing financial difficulties due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when trying to reduce gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to control or stop gambling
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
Self-Help Tools & Controls
We provide tools to help you maintain control over your gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a daily, weekly, or monthly period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a given timeframe
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders about how long you've been gaming and how much you've spent
- Session Timeouts: Set automatic session limits to encourage breaks
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming services
To access these tools, contact our support team or adjust your account settings directly.
Free Support & Counselling Services
If you're struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available. The following organisations offer free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free online counselling and information services for problem gambling in Australia. Phone: 1800 858 858
United Kingdom
- GamCare — www.gamcare.org.uk
Free, confidential support and counselling for problem gamblers. - GamStop — www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council — www.responsiblegambling.org
Research, education, and support for problem gambling.
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling — www.ncpgambling.org
Free helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential and available 24/7)
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
German Federal Centre for Health Education — offers support and resources for problem gambling.
If You Need Help, Reach Out
Problem gambling is a treatable condition. If you or someone you know is struggling, please seek help today. Contacting a support organisation is free, confidential, and the first step towards recovery.
Remember: Help is available, and you don't have to face this alone.