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Responsible Gambling

At All Aboard Pokies AU, we are committed to promoting responsible gambling. While pokies can be entertaining, gambling can become harmful if not approached carefully. This page provides guidance to help you stay in control.

Play for Fun, Not for Income

Pokies are games of chance. No strategy, system, or pattern of play guarantees winnings. Always treat gambling as entertainment with an associated cost — not as a way to make money or solve financial difficulties.

Set Limits Before You Play

  • Budget Limit: Decide how much you can afford to lose before you start. Never exceed this amount.
  • Time Limit: Set a time limit for each session. Use phone alarms or built-in casino tools.
  • Win/Loss Limit: Decide in advance when to stop — whether you are ahead or behind.
  • Frequency Limit: Limit how many times per week or month you gamble.

Warning Signs of Problem Gambling

  • Spending more money or time gambling than intended
  • Chasing losses by continuing to play after losing
  • Neglecting responsibilities, work, or relationships due to gambling
  • Borrowing money or selling possessions to fund gambling
  • Feeling irritable, anxious, or depressed when not gambling
  • Hiding gambling activity from friends or family

Tools Available at Online Casinos

Licensed Australian online casinos are required to offer responsible gambling tools including:

  • Deposit limits (daily, weekly, monthly)
  • Session time limits and reminders
  • Reality checks and cooling-off periods
  • Self-exclusion programs
  • Account activity history

Free Help & Support Resources

If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, free and confidential support is available:

Under 18 Policy

This website is strictly for users aged 18 and over. Gambling by persons under 18 is illegal in Australia. If you are a parent or guardian, we encourage you to use parental controls to prevent minors from accessing gambling-related content.