Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Solution
At Beverage and Brewing Consulting, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. If you choose to play, do so within your means and always gamble responsibly.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your state or territory) to access and use online pokies services. By using this website, you confirm that you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction.
If you are under the legal age, please do not proceed. Underage gambling is illegal and harmful.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs in your own behaviour, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding your gambling: Keeping your gambling activities secret from family or friends
- Spending more than planned: Regularly gambling longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting responsibilities: Missing work, school, or family commitments due to gambling
- Borrowing money: Using loans, credit cards, or asking others for money to gamble
- Mood changes: Becoming irritable, anxious, or depressed when unable to gamble
- Failed attempts to cut back: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce your gambling
- Escalating stakes: Needing to gamble with larger amounts to achieve the same excitement
- Gambling to escape problems: Using gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or other difficulties
Self-Help Tools and Protections
Many online pokies platforms offer built-in tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Establish a limit on how much you're willing to lose before you stop playing
- Reality Checks: Enable regular reminders during your gaming session to track how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Time Limits: Set automatic session timeouts to limit how long you can play continuously
- Self-Exclusion: Exclude yourself from your account for a set period, preventing access to your gaming account
We strongly encourage you to use these tools proactively as part of your responsible gaming strategy.
Support and Helpline Organizations
If you're struggling with gambling or suspect you may have a problem, help is available. The following organizations provide confidential support and resources:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online - Free confidential counselling and support service for Australians
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (free call from anywhere in Australia)
United Kingdom
- GamCare - Free support for anyone affected by problem gambling
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop - National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council - Resources and support for problem gambling
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling - Help and resources for problem gamblers
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline: 1-800-522-4700
Germany
- Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) - Federal center for health education providing gambling addiction support
If You Need Help
If you or someone you know is struggling with gambling, please reach out for support. There is no shame in seeking help — it's a sign of strength. The organizations listed above offer confidential, non-judgmental assistance.
Don't wait. If gambling is affecting your life, contact a helpline today.