Responsible Gaming

Gaming Should Be Entertainment

Pokies and online gaming should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. It is important to understand that gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. The house always has a mathematical advantage, and you should only gamble with money you can afford to lose.

Set a budget for gaming activities, just as you would for any other entertainment expense, and stick to it.

Age Verification

In Australia, you must be at least 18 years of age to gamble legally. If you are under 18, please do not participate in any gambling activities. We are committed to protecting minors and preventing underage gambling.

By accessing gaming services through newsteadtattoo.org, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age and meet all local legal requirements to gamble in your jurisdiction.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

If you experience any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:

• Constantly thinking about gambling or past gambling experiences
• Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
• Repeatedly trying and failing to control, cut back, or stop gambling
• Feeling restless or irritable when attempting to reduce or quit gambling
• Gambling as a way to escape problems or relieve negative emotions
• Chasing losses by returning to gamble another day to recover money lost
• Lying to family, friends, or professionals about the extent of gambling
• Jeopardizing relationships, education, or career opportunities due to gambling
• Relying on others to provide money to relieve desperate financial situations caused by gambling
• Spending more money and time gambling than originally intended

If you recognise any of these warning signs in yourself, please seek help immediately.

Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features

Many 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: Establish a maximum amount you are willing to lose before stopping play
• Time Limits: Set alarms or use features that remind you of how long you have been playing
• Reality Checks: Take regular breaks with pop-up reminders showing your time spent and money wagered
• Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms for a period you choose

Use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gaming habits and stay in control of your gambling.

Support Organizations in Australia

If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available:

Australia

• Gambling Help Online
  Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
  Free and confidential counselling and support services for people affected by problem gambling
• Lifeline Australia
  Phone: 13 11 14 (24/7)
  Crisis support and counselling for any personal crisis

International Support

• GamCare (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
  Free information and support for problem gambling
• GamStop (United Kingdom)
  Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
  National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
• National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
  Website: www.ncpgambling.org
  Helpline: 1-800-522-4700 (confidential and free)
• Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
  Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
  Resources and information for responsible gambling

If You Need Help

If you believe you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for support today. There is no shame in asking for help, and recovery is possible.

Contact Gambling Help Online or call Lifeline on 13 11 14 to speak with a trained counsellor who can provide confidential support.

Your wellbeing is more important than any game. Take action now if you need it.