Responsible Gaming
Play Responsibly
Gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Payid pokies and online gaming should be viewed as a paid leisure activity, with costs similar to going to the cinema or other forms of entertainment. Only gamble with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to access and use gaming services on this website. It is illegal for persons under the legal age to gamble or participate in betting activities in Australia. If you are under 18, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, problem gambling may be affecting your life:
- Gambling with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money you've lost
- Hiding or lying about your gambling activities from family and friends
- Neglecting work, school, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or relieve stress, anxiety, or depression
- Feeling irritable or anxious when trying to reduce or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling activities
- Failed attempts to control, cut back, or stop gambling
- Jeopardising relationships, job opportunities, or education due to gambling
- Asking others for money to pay gambling debts
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gambling Features
Most responsible gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a session or time period
- Time-Out (Reality Checks): Receive regular reminders about how long you've been gambling and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling services
- Account Cooling Off: Take a break from gambling for a set period
- Reality Checks: Pop-up notifications showing your time spent and money wagered
Use these tools proactively to keep your gaming enjoyable and within your budget.
Support & Helpline Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to these organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential counselling and support
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (24/7, free call)
International Support
- United Kingdom – GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - United Kingdom – GamStop (National self-exclusion scheme)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Canada – Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - United States – National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Phone: 1-800-522-4700 - Germany – Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
Website: www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
Problem gambling is a real issue, but recovery is possible. If you're concerned about your gambling, please seek help immediately. Speaking with a counsellor is confidential and free. Your wellbeing is more important than any wager.
Don't hesitate to contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 or visit their website at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au. Support is available 24/7.
This website (postcardsfromthefire.com) is committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. By accessing our services, you acknowledge that you understand the risks associated with gambling and agree to gamble responsibly and within your means.