Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At jeremy4lyne.com.au, we believe that online pokies and gaming should be enjoyed purely as entertainment. Gambling is never a reliable way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to access and use any gambling services in Australia. We take age verification seriously and comply with all Australian gambling regulations. If you are under 18, you are not permitted to gamble online or in person.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with increasing amounts to achieve the same level of excitement
- Hiding your gambling activities from family, friends, or partners
- Experiencing mood swings or irritability when unable to gamble
- Neglecting work, study, or family responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Feeling anxious or restless when trying to reduce gambling
- Lying about the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to cut back or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Limit-Setting Features
Most licensed Australian operators provide tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specified timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Cap the maximum amount you're willing to lose over a set period
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders about your gambling time and expenditure
- Session Limits: Set a maximum duration for each gaming session
- Self-Exclusion: Voluntarily exclude yourself from gambling platforms for a period of time
- Account Closure: Permanently close your account if needed
We encourage you to use these tools proactively to maintain a healthy relationship with gaming.
Support & Help Organizations
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Australia has dedicated support services:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support services for Australians affected by gambling problems.
International Organizations
- GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Free support and counselling for problem gamblers and their families. - GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling. - Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Evidence-based information and resources on responsible gambling. - National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Help line and resources for problem gambling in the US.
Take Action Today
If you think you have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help immediately. There is no shame in seeking support, and professional counsellors are ready to assist you confidentially. Contact Gambling Help Online at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for free advice and support tailored to Australians.
Remember: Gambling should enhance your life as entertainment, not compromise your wellbeing, finances, or relationships.