Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Carpe Dividendum, we believe that gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Pokies and online gaming are games of chance and should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. We encourage all players to gamble responsibly and within their means.
Set a budget you can afford to lose, treat any winnings as a bonus, and remember that the house always has an edge in the long term.
Age Verification
Gaming is strictly for adults aged 18 years and over in Australia. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to participate in any form of gambling. We take age verification seriously and encourage parents and guardians to monitor their children's internet activity.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following warning signs in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Gambling with money you cannot afford to lose
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Spending increasing amounts of time or money on gambling
- Neglecting work, study, family, or personal responsibilities
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or stressed when not gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Borrowing money to finance gambling
- Experiencing relationship conflicts due to gambling
- Unsuccessful attempts to stop or reduce gambling
Self-Help Tools
Most reputable gaming operators offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the amount you are willing to lose in a session or time period
- Reality Checks: Enable reminders during gaming sessions to check how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to prevent extended gaming periods
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms to take a break
Always use these tools proactively to manage your gaming activity.
Support Organizations
If you or someone you care about needs help with problem gambling, the following organisations provide confidential support and counselling:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Free counselling, self-assessment tools, and support resources
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 – 24/7 crisis support and counselling
- Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 – Mental health and gambling-related distress support
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk – Free support and counselling for problem gambling
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org – Resources and support for problem gambling
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org – Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA): Information and support for problem gambling prevention
Call to Action
If you believe you have a gambling problem or are struggling to control your gaming, please reach out for help immediately. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. Speaking to a counsellor is free, confidential, and a sign of strength, not weakness.
Contact Gambling Help Online today or call Lifeline on 13 11 14 to speak with someone who understands.
Remember: You are not alone, and help is always available.