Responsible Gaming
Gaming Should Be Entertainment
At Peninsula Grammar Music, we're committed to promoting responsible gaming practices. Playing pokies online should be viewed as entertainment only — a way to have fun, not as a method to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any form of entertainment, it carries risks and should only be enjoyed within your means.
If you choose to play, set a budget you can afford to lose and stick to it.
Age Verification
Online pokies are only for players aged 18 years and over in Australia. It is your responsibility to ensure you meet the legal age requirement in your jurisdiction before playing. We do not knowingly accept players under the legal gambling age.
If you are under 18, please do not access online gaming services.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
Problem gambling can develop gradually. Be aware of these warning signs:
- Spending more time and money on gaming than intended
- Chasing losses by gambling more to try to recover money lost
- Hiding your gambling activity from family, friends, or partners
- Borrowing money to fund your gambling
- Neglecting work, study, relationships, or responsibilities due to gaming
- Feeling anxious, irritable, or guilty about your gambling
- Using gambling to escape problems or negative emotions
- Difficulty controlling the amount of time or money spent gambling
- Lying about the extent of your gambling involvement
- Experiencing financial difficulties as a result of gambling
If you recognise any of these signs in yourself or someone you know, seek help immediately.
Self-Help Tools & Safer Gaming Features
Most reputable gaming platforms offer tools to help you manage your gaming responsibly:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount you can deposit within a specific timeframe (daily, weekly, or monthly)
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you're willing to lose during a gaming session
- Reality Checks: Receive periodic reminders of how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Session Time Limits: Set automatic breaks or session length restrictions
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from gaming platforms
Use these tools to maintain control over your gaming habits. Your gaming operator should provide easy access to these features.
Support Organisations & Help Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Here are trusted organisations in your region and internationally:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online – Free, confidential support and counselling
www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
United Kingdom
- GamCare – Free support for problem gambling
www.gamcare.org.uk - GamStop – UK National Self-Exclusion Scheme
www.gamstop.co.uk
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council – Resources and support for Canadian players
www.responsiblegambling.org
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling – Helpline and resources
www.ncpgambling.org
International
- Gamblers Anonymous – Peer support meetings worldwide
www.gamblersanonymous.org
All these organisations offer confidential support, often at no cost.
If You Need Help
Don't wait — reach out today. Problem gambling is treatable, and support is available.
- Contact Gambling Help Online (Australia) for free counselling: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au
- Speak to a trusted friend, family member, or healthcare professional
- Use self-exclusion tools to take a break from gaming
- Set strict limits on deposits and time spent gaming
Your wellbeing is important. Help is always available, and recovery is possible.
This information is provided for educational purposes as part of our commitment to responsible gaming. For specific advice regarding problem gambling, please consult the support organisations listed above or speak with a qualified healthcare professional.