Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At The Gold Experience DJ, we believe that gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Pokies and online gaming should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means. If you find yourself struggling with your gaming habits, help is available.
Age Verification
In Australia, you must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and ask all players to verify their age before accessing our services. If you are under 18, please do not proceed.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, it may be time to seek help:
- Spending more time and money on gambling than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling activities from family or friends
- Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, or other negative emotions
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gambling
- Feeling irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to cut down or stop gambling
- Lying to others about the extent of your gambling
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
Self-Help Tools
Many gaming platforms offer tools to help you maintain control of your gambling. Consider using these features:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Session Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for each gaming session
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gaming platforms
Support Organisations
If you or someone you know needs help, please reach out to one of these organisations:
Australia
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Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free counselling and support service for problem gambling across Australia
International Support
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GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free and confidential support for problem gambling -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling -
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Resources and support for problem gambling -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out. Support is available, and recovery is possible. Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 for free, confidential support 24/7, or visit their website for online counselling options.