Responsible Gaming
Our Commitment to Responsible Gaming
At carpetcleaningcarolinesprings.org, we are committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Gambling should be enjoyed as entertainment only, never as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online pokies in Australia are only available to players aged 18 years and over (or the legal age in your state or territory). If you are under the legal gambling age, you must not access or use any gambling services on this website. We conduct age verification checks to ensure compliance with Australian gambling laws.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you recognise any of the following signs, you may have a gambling problem:
- Spending more money on gambling than you can afford to lose
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to win back money you've lost
- Hiding your gambling or lying to family and friends about how much you gamble
- Gambling to escape problems, stress, anxiety, or depression
- Difficulty controlling how much time or money you spend gambling
- Neglecting work, study, family, or other important responsibilities due to gambling
- Borrowing money to gamble or experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or restless when trying to cut back on gambling
- Family and friends expressing concern about your gambling habits
Self-Help Tools
Many online gaming platforms offer tools to help you manage your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to deposit in a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose
- Reality Checks: Receive regular notifications reminding you how long you have been playing and how much you have spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gambling services if you feel you cannot control your gambling
- Session Time Limits: Set maximum time limits for individual gaming sessions
- Account Cooling-Off Periods: Take a break from gambling for a specified period
Support and Help Services
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, free and confidential support is available:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free, confidential counselling and support services for Australians affected by problem gambling
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 — Available 24/7 for crisis support
- Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 — Support for mental health and gambling-related issues
International Support
- GamCare (United Kingdom): www.gamcare.org.uk
- GamStop (United Kingdom): www.gamstop.co.uk
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org
- National Council on Problem Gambling (United States): www.ncpgambling.org
Take Action Today
If you think you may have a problem with gambling, please reach out for help today. There is no shame in seeking support. Problem gambling is treatable, and help is available. Contact Gambling Help Online or call a support service in your area. Your wellbeing is important to us.
Remember: When the fun stops, stop.