Responsible Gaming
Entertainment, Not Income
Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only. Gambling should never be viewed as a way to make money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age to gamble in Australia. It is illegal for minors to participate in any form of gambling. If you are under 18, please do not use this website or engage in any gambling activities.
seeandspeak.com.au is committed to preventing underage gambling and reserves the right to verify your age at any time.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling activities or lying about the amount of time and money spent
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, food, bills)
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Neglecting family, work, or personal relationships due to gambling
- Spending increasing amounts of money to achieve the desired excitement
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Experiencing physical symptoms such as insomnia or appetite changes
If you recognise these signs in yourself or someone you know, please seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gambling Features
Many online gambling platforms offer features to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose during a gambling session
- Session Time Limits: Restrict the amount of time you spend gambling in one session
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling sites for a period you choose (days, weeks, months, or years)
Take advantage of these tools to maintain control over your gambling habits.
Support Organisations & Resources
If you or someone you know needs help with problem gambling, these organisations offer confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free and confidential counselling service
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call from anywhere in Australia) - Gamblers Anonymous Australia – Peer support meetings
www.gamblersanonymous.org.au - Financial Counselling Australia – Help with gambling-related debt
www.financialcounsellingaustralia.org.au
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free and confidential support
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – National self-exclusion scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling
www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA)
www.bzga.de
If You Need Help
Don't wait – reach out today. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available. Whether you're struggling with your own gambling or concerned about someone else, these organisations offer free, confidential help 24/7.
Remember: seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Your wellbeing is important.
If you have a gambling problem, please contact one of the support organisations listed above or visit Gambling Help Online for immediate assistance.