Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At jennyspearmusic.com, we believe that gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Pokies and online gaming should be fun, exciting activities that you can afford to lose. If you find yourself gambling more than you can afford or using it as a source of income, it's time to seek help.
Age Verification
All players must be 18 years of age or older (or the legal gambling age in their state or territory) to participate in online pokies and casino gaming. If you are under the legal age, you must not use any gaming services. Operators have a responsibility to verify age and prevent underage gambling.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you recognise any of these signs in your gaming behaviour?
- Chasing losses — continuing to gamble to try to recover money you've lost
- Spending more time or money on gaming than intended
- Hiding your gambling from family, friends, or partners
- Neglecting work, study, family, or social responsibilities due to gaming
- Borrowing money or using credit to fund gaming
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when unable to gamble
- Lying about the extent of your gaming activity
- Using gaming to escape problems, stress, or negative emotions
- Failed attempts to control or reduce your gaming
- Risking important relationships or opportunities due to gambling
If you recognise any of these warning signs, please reach out for support immediately.
Self-Help Tools
Most responsible gaming operators offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit in a day, week, or month
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you're willing to lose in a session
- Time Limits: Set reminders to take breaks during gaming sessions
- Reality Checks: Pop-up notifications to help you track time and spending
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Closure: Request permanent closure of your gaming account
Use these tools to set boundaries that work for your circumstances and regularly review your limits.
Support Organisations — Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, confidential support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online — Free, confidential counselling and support
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Phone: 1800 858 858 (toll-free, 24/7)
International Support (If Applicable)
- United Kingdom — GamCare
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk - United Kingdom — GamStop
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk - Canada — Responsible Gambling Council
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org - United States — National Council on Problem Gambling
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Call to Action
If you're experiencing problem gambling, help is available right now. You don't have to face this alone. Contact Gambling Help Online on 1800 858 858 for free, confidential support 24/7.
Remember: asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. Your wellbeing is more important than any game.