Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Postcards from the Fire, we're committed to promoting responsible gambling practices. NRL betting should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only — never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Betting always carries risk, and you should only wager money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities, including sports betting. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and reserve the right to verify your age at any time. If you are under 18, please do not use our services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your behaviour, it may indicate a problem with gambling:
- Chasing losses — continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
- Hiding gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Gambling with money needed for essentials (rent, bills, food)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when not gambling
- Spending increasing amounts of time or money on gambling
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Failed attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Using gambling as an escape from stress, anxiety, or depression
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Most reputable betting operators provide tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit over a specific time period
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose before you must stop gambling
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic notifications showing your time spent and money wagered
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from betting platforms
- Take a Break: Take a cooling-off period away from gambling
We encourage you to use these tools proactively. Speak with your betting operator's customer support team to activate these features.
Support Organisations & Helplines
If you're concerned about your gambling or need support, help is available. The following organisations provide free, confidential assistance:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free counselling and support service for Australian problem gamblers and their families
International Support
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk — Free information, advice, and support
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (USA): www.ncpgambling.org — Free helpline: 1-800-GAMBLER
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a gambling problem, or if someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out for support immediately. Problem gambling is treatable, and seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 (free call, 24/7) or visit www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Remember: you are not alone, and help is available.