Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Fun, Not a Financial Strategy
At Corio Bay Motel's PayID Pokies information hub, we believe online gaming should be enjoyed as entertainment only. Pokies and casino games are games of chance with a built-in house advantage. They should never be viewed as a way to earn money, pay bills, or solve financial problems. Set a budget you can afford to lose and stick to it.
Age Verification
You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in gambling activities in Australia. If you are under 18, please do not engage with online gaming platforms. Operators are required to verify your age before allowing access to real-money gaming.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you notice any of the following behaviours in yourself or someone you know, it may be time to seek help:
- Chasing losses: Trying to win back money you've lost by gambling more
- Hiding gambling activity: Concealing the extent of your gambling from family or friends
- Loss of control: Gambling longer or with more money than intended
- Neglecting responsibilities: Prioritising gambling over work, family, or other commitments
- Borrowing to gamble: Using credit cards, loans, or borrowed money to fund gambling
- Mood swings: Becoming irritable or anxious when unable to gamble
- Escalating stakes: Needing to bet more to get the same level of excitement
- Failed attempts to stop: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or quit gambling
- Using gambling to escape: Gambling to cope with stress, anxiety, or depression
Self-Help Tools & Responsible Gaming Features
Most reputable online gaming operators offer tools to help you stay in control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific time period (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Restrict how much you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive pop-up reminders of how long you've been gaming and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for your gaming sessions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
- Account Closure: Permanently close your gaming account if you wish to stop
Always use these tools proactively to maintain control over your gaming habits.
Support & Help Resources for Australia
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, professional help is available:
Australia-Based Support
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Gambling Help Online (Australia)
Website: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
Free, confidential counselling and support for people affected by problem gambling
International Resources
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GamCare (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamcare.org.uk
Support and self-assessment tools for problem gambling -
GamStop (United Kingdom)
Website: www.gamstop.co.uk
National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling -
Responsible Gambling Council (Canada)
Website: www.responsiblegambling.org
Research, education, and support resources -
National Council on Problem Gambling (United States)
Website: www.ncpgambling.org
Helpline and treatment referral services
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Problem gambling is a treatable condition. If you're experiencing difficulty controlling your gaming, experiencing financial hardship due to gambling, or are concerned about someone else's gambling behaviour, please contact Gambling Help Online or your local support service today. There is no shame in seeking help—many people have successfully addressed their gambling habits with professional support.
Remember: Gaming should be fun. If it's not, help is available.