Responsible Gaming

Wildpokies Casino is committed to promoting a safe, balanced and informed approach to gambling. Gambling should be an entertainment activity, not a way to make money or manage financial, personal or emotional difficulties. Take time to understand your choices, set limits that suit your circumstances and only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

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Gamble for entertainment

Online gambling involves risk, and there is no guaranteed way to win. Every game is based on chance or game rules, and past results do not predict future outcomes. A winning session does not mean that another win is due, while a losing session cannot be reversed by continuing to play. Avoid treating gambling as an investment, income source or solution to financial problems.

Before you begin, decide how much time and money you are comfortable spending. Consider your regular expenses, savings goals and other commitments first. Your gambling budget should be separate from money needed for rent, bills, food, loan repayments, education or other essentials. Never use borrowed money, credit intended for other purposes or funds set aside for important expenses to gamble.

Set a spending limit before you play and do not exceed it.
Set a time limit and take regular breaks away from the screen.
Keep track of deposits, bets, wins and losses rather than relying on memory.
Do not chase losses by increasing stakes or playing for longer.
Avoid gambling when you are upset, stressed, tired or affected by alcohol or other substances.
Treat wins as part of the entertainment experience, not as a reason to increase your budget.
Keep gambling separate from work, study, family responsibilities and social activities.

It can also help to discuss your gambling boundaries with someone you trust. An honest conversation with a partner, family member or friend may make it easier to stay accountable and recognise changes in your behaviour.

Tools for safer gambling

Using limits is one practical way to maintain control. Depending on the features available to your account, you may be able to request or apply controls relating to deposits, spending, losses, wagering or playing time. Limits should be considered carefully before you start gambling. Once a limit is applied, it may not be possible to increase or remove it immediately.

Consider setting boundaries

Choose a realistic amount that reflects your personal budget, not the amount you hope to win.
Set a session length and stop when the time ends, even if you are winning or losing.
Use reminders or breaks to interrupt long playing sessions.
Review your account activity regularly so you understand how much you are spending.
Keep your login details private and do not allow another person to use your account.
If you cannot stay within your chosen boundaries, stop gambling and request a further restriction or account closure.

A limit is a planning tool, not a guarantee that gambling will remain affordable. You are responsible for considering your wider financial position and for stopping when gambling no longer feels enjoyable or controlled. If you believe a limit is not enough, a break or self-exclusion may be a more appropriate option.

Taking a break or self-excluding

If gambling is becoming difficult to control, you can request a temporary break or self-exclusion where this option is available. Self-exclusion is intended to prevent access to gambling for a chosen period or until further review, according to the applicable process. During a self-exclusion period, do not attempt to open another account or use another person's account. Tell people close to you about the decision and ask them to support it.

A break can be useful even when there is no serious concern. Stepping away gives you time to review your spending, consider your reasons for gambling and decide whether you want to return. If you request account closure or self-exclusion, follow the instructions provided through the relevant account support process.

Recognising when gambling may be a problem

Problem gambling can affect anyone. It is not defined only by the amount of money lost. The important question is whether gambling is causing harm, distress or difficulty in your everyday life. Warning signs can develop gradually, so take concerns seriously even if they seem minor.

Spending more time or money gambling than you planned.
Repeatedly trying to win back money after a loss.
Increasing your stakes to achieve the same excitement.
Feeling restless, irritable or anxious when trying to stop.
Hiding gambling activity, losses or account transactions from others.
Borrowing money, selling possessions or missing payments because of gambling.
Neglecting work, study, relationships, health or other responsibilities.
Using gambling to escape sadness, stress, loneliness or other difficult feelings.
Trying to stop or cut back but being unable to do so.
Feeling guilt, shame or regret after gambling but continuing to play.

If any of these signs apply to you, stop and seek support rather than trying to solve the problem through further gambling. Do not chase losses or take on additional debt. A qualified counsellor or financial counsellor can help you understand your options and create a plan that suits your circumstances.

The impact of gambling may also be felt by family members, friends and other people close to you. If someone else's gambling is affecting your household, finances or wellbeing, you can seek support for yourself. You do not need to wait for the other person to ask for help.

Getting help and staying in control

Support is available across Australia through national, state and territory gambling-help services, counselling providers, community organisations and financial counselling services. These services can provide confidential information, practical strategies and referrals. Search for an Australian gambling-support service in your state or territory, or speak with a qualified health professional. If you feel at immediate risk of harming yourself or someone else, contact emergency services or attend the nearest emergency department.

When asking for help, explain what has been happening, how often you gamble and whether gambling has affected your finances, relationships, work or health. You can also prepare a simple list of debts, regular expenses and gambling transactions. This information may help a counsellor or financial counsellor understand your situation and discuss suitable next steps.

Practical steps you can take today

Stop gambling for the rest of the day and move away from the gambling website or app.
Review recent transactions and calculate what you can realistically afford.
Set a deposit, spending or time limit, or request a break from gambling.
Tell a trusted person what is happening and ask them to help you keep your plan.
Remove saved payment methods where appropriate and avoid borrowing to gamble.
Contact a gambling-support or financial-counselling service for independent guidance.
If gambling is no longer safe or manageable, request account closure or self-exclusion.

Wildpokies Casino encourages players to make informed decisions and to use available safer-gambling controls before problems arise. We may take steps consistent with our procedures and applicable requirements where there are concerns about account use or player wellbeing. Responsible gambling is a shared effort, but you should always prioritise your health, relationships and financial security over continued play.