Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At Aussie Film Archives, we promote responsible gaming practices. Casino games should only be played as a form of entertainment, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble only 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 Australian state/territory) to participate in online casino gaming. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet these legal requirements before playing.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Please be aware of these common warning signs. If you recognise any of these behaviours in yourself, seek help immediately:
- Chasing losses by gambling with more money to recover what you've lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, food, bills)
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Spending increasing amounts of time and money on gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling
- Borrowing money to fund gambling activities
- Feeling anxious or stressed when not gambling
- Neglecting work, study, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Attempting to cut down or stop gambling without success
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most reputable online casinos offer tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session or week
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing
- Time-Out/Cool-Off Periods: Temporarily suspend your account for a set duration
- Self-Exclusion: Permanently or temporarily exclude yourself from gambling platforms
Always use these tools proactively to maintain healthy gaming habits.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please contact one of the following organisations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support service for all Australians
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call)
International Resources
- GamCare (UK)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop (UK) – National self-exclusion scheme
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - National Council on Problem Gambling (USA)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Need Help?
If you think you may have a gambling problem, please reach out for support immediately. Problem gambling is a serious issue that affects many people, and recovery is possible with the right help and support.
Contacting one of the organisations listed above is free, confidential, and the first step towards recovery.