Responsible Gaming
Gambling Should Be Entertainment, Not Income
At geoffandvickitoomby.com.au, we believe that online gaming should be fun, entertaining, and played responsibly. Gambling is a form of entertainment with the inherent risk of losing money. It should never be viewed as a way to earn money or solve financial problems. Always gamble within your means and only with money you can afford to lose.
Age Verification
Online gambling in Australia is strictly regulated. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in any gambling activities on our website. We are committed to preventing underage gambling and protecting minors. If you are under 18, please do not use this service.
Warning Signs of Problem Gambling
If you experience any of the following, you may have a gambling problem. Please seek help immediately:
- Chasing Losses: Continuing to gamble to recover money you've lost
- Hiding Gambling Activity: Concealing the amount of time or money you spend gambling from family and friends
- Loss of Control: Inability to stop gambling or stick to predetermined limits
- Financial Difficulties: Borrowing money or going into debt to fund gambling
- Neglecting Responsibilities: Prioritizing gambling over work, school, family, or personal obligations
- Mood Changes: Gambling to escape stress, anxiety, depression, or other negative emotions
- Tolerance: Needing to gamble with increasing amounts of money to achieve the same level of excitement
- Failed Attempts to Quit: Repeatedly trying and failing to reduce or stop gambling
Self-Help Tools & Controls
We offer several tools to help you maintain control over your gambling:
- Deposit Limits: Set a maximum amount of money you can deposit within a specified time period
- Loss Limits: Establish a maximum amount of money you are willing to lose
- Session Time Limits: Restrict the amount of time you can spend gambling in a single session
- Reality Checks: Receive regular reminders during your gaming session about how long you've been playing and how much you've spent
- Self-Exclusion: Temporarily or permanently exclude yourself from accessing our platform
If you wish to use any of these tools, please contact our support team or access your account settings.
Support Organizations & Resources
If you or someone you know is struggling with problem gambling, help is available. Please reach out to one of these trusted organizations:
Australia
- Gambling Help Online: www.gamblinghelponline.org.au – Free, confidential counselling and support for Australians affected by problem gambling
- Lifeline Australia: 13 11 14 – Crisis support and suicide prevention services available 24/7
- Beyond Blue: 1300 224 636 – Support for mental health and wellbeing
United Kingdom
- GamCare: www.gamcare.org.uk – Free information, advice, and support for problem gamblers
- GamStop: www.gamstop.co.uk – National self-exclusion scheme for online gambling
Canada
- Responsible Gambling Council: www.responsiblegambling.org – Evidence-based resources and support for responsible gambling
United States
- National Council on Problem Gambling: www.ncpgambling.org – 1-800-522-4700 – Confidential helpline and resources
Other Regions
- Germany: Bundeszentrale für gesundheitliche Aufklärung (BZgA) – National gambling support
If You Need Help, Please Reach Out
Problem gambling is a serious issue that can affect your mental health, relationships, and financial wellbeing. If you believe you or someone close to you has a gambling problem, please seek help immediately. There is no shame in reaching out, and professional support is available.
Contact Gambling Help Online at www.gamblinghelponline.org.au for free and confidential support in Australia.
Remember: Gambling should be fun and entertaining. If it stops being fun, it's time to seek help.