Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
Online pokies should be enjoyed as a form of entertainment only, not as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Like any form of entertainment, it costs money and should only be played with funds you can afford to lose. Please gamble responsibly and within your means.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Australia is only available to individuals who are 18 years of age or older. If you are under 18, you must not use this website or participate in any gambling activities. It is illegal for operators to offer gambling services to anyone under the legal age.
By accessing aumo.org.au, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem:
- Chasing losses by gambling more money to recover previous losses
- Gambling with money intended for essential expenses (rent, bills, food)
- Hiding gambling activity or lying to friends and family about how much you gamble
- Feeling the need to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same excitement
- Attempting to cut down or control gambling but being unable to do so
- Neglecting relationships, work, or personal responsibilities due to gambling
- Experiencing mood changes, anxiety, or irritability when not gambling
- Using gambling as a way to escape problems or negative emotions
- Borrowing money or going into debt to finance gambling
- Feeling a loss of control over your gambling
If any of these apply to you, help is available.
Self-Help Tools & Safety Features
Most reputable online gambling operators provide tools to help you maintain control:
- Deposit Limits: Set a daily, weekly, or monthly limit on how much you can deposit
- Loss Limits: Set a maximum amount you are willing to lose in a given period
- Reality Checks: Enable reminders during gaming sessions about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing gambling services
- Session Time Limits: Set a maximum duration for individual gaming sessions
- Account Suspension: Request to temporarily close your account
If your chosen operator does not offer these tools, this is a red flag. Use only licensed and regulated providers that prioritize player protection.
Support Organizations
If you are struggling with problem gambling, the following organizations offer free, confidential support:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Free, confidential counselling and support services for problem gambling in Australia
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 – 24/7 crisis support
- Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 – Mental health and emotional wellbeing support
International Support
- UK - GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk – Free support for problem gambling
- UK - GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme
- Canada - Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org
- USA - National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org – 1-800-522-4700
All support services are free, confidential, and judgment-free. Reaching out for help is a sign of strength.
If You Need Help
If you believe you have a gambling problem or know someone who does, please reach out to one of the support organizations listed above. Help is available, and recovery is possible. Don't wait—contact a support service today.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it's causing harm, it's time to seek help.