Responsible Gaming
Introduction
At Castlemaine Ballet, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Online pokies should be enjoyed as entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Gaming should never negatively impact your life, relationships, or finances. Please gamble within your means and only spend what you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
You must be at least 18 years of age (or the legal gambling age in your jurisdiction) to participate in online gambling. We take age verification seriously and reserve the right to request identification to confirm your eligibility.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may be developing a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more to recover money lost
- Gambling with money needed for essential expenses (rent, food, bills)
- Hiding gambling activity or lying about the amount of money spent
- Neglecting family, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Feeling anxious or irritable when unable to gamble
- Constantly thinking about gambling or previous gambling sessions
- Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Borrowing money to finance gambling activities
- Unsuccessful attempts to reduce or stop gambling
- Gambling as an escape from stress, depression, or anxiety
Self-Help Tools
We provide several self-help features to support responsible gaming:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly deposit limit to control how much money you spend.
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum loss limit for your gaming sessions.
- Reality Checks: Enable reminders during your gaming sessions to help you track time and spending.
- Self-Exclusion: Take a break or permanently exclude yourself from our platform if you need to step away from gambling.
- Session Timers: Set time limits for your gaming sessions to prevent extended play.
Support Organizations
If you're struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organizations:
- Gambling Help Online (Australia): www.gamblinghelponline.org.au — Free, confidential counselling and support services for Australians.
- Gamblers Anonymous (Australia): A peer support organization offering meetings and assistance for problem gamblers across Australia.
- GamCare (UK): www.gamcare.org.uk — Free support and counselling services for gambling-related problems.
- GamStop (UK): www.gamstop.co.uk — National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling.
- Responsible Gambling Council (Canada): www.responsiblegambling.org — Resources and support for Canadian players.
- National Council on Problem Gambling (US): www.ncpgambling.org — Information and referrals for problem gambling in the United States.
Take Action Today
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, please seek help immediately. Reach out to one of the support organizations listed above, or contact a healthcare professional. Remember: problem gambling is treatable, and recovery is possible. You don't have to face this alone.
Your wellbeing is our priority. Gamble responsibly.